Frommers.com Frommers.com
Most Recent Hobart Forum Posts
Most Recommended Articles
Most Commented Articles

Nightlife

Built in 1837, the 747-seat Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell St. (tel. 03/6233 2299; www.theatreroyal.com.au), is the oldest live theater in the country. It's known for its excellent acoustics and its classical Victorian decor. It is Hobart's major stage venue. Ticket prices vary depending on the performance.

Opened in 1829 as a tavern and a brothel frequented by whalers, Knopwood's Retreat, 39 Salamanca Place (tel. 03/6223 5808), is still a raucous place to be on Friday and Saturday evenings, when crowds cram the historic interior and spill out onto the streets. Light lunches are popular throughout the week, and occasionally you'll find jazz or blues on the menu.

A popular drinking hole in Hobart is Irish Murphy's, 21 Salamanca Place (tel. 03/6223 1119), an atmospheric pub with stone walls and lots of dark wood. Local bands play Friday and Saturday evenings.

If you want to tempt Lady Luck, head to the Wrest Point Casino, in the Wrest Point Hotel, 410 Sandy Bay Rd. (tel. 03/6225 0112), Australia's first legal gambling club. Smart, casual attire is required (collared shirts for men).


Back to Top


Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


Destination Guide
Destination Guide Destination Guide Destination Guide
Destination Guide Destination Guide Frommer's Australia, 18th Edition Destination Guide Frommer's Australia, 18th Edition

Author: Lee Atkinson
Pub Date: February 01, 2012

Learn More
Destination Guide Destination Guide Destination Guide Related Titles:
Adelaide and South Australia (Including the Barossa Valley): Frommer's ShortCuts
Destination Guide
Auckland, New Zealand: Frommer's ShortCuts
Destination Guide
Brisbane, Australia: Frommer's ShortCuts
Destination Guide
Destination Guide Destination Guide
Destination Guide Destination Guide Destination Guide
Destination Guide
Destinations
Destinations