Hobart with Kids
An easy, rewarding city for families — a Derwent ferry ride, the Salamanca market, an easy walk to a waterfall at Mount Field and big views from the kunanyi summit.
Hobart with Kids
Hobart is an easy, rewarding city for families — compact, walkable and full of variety. Kids can ride the ferry up the Derwent, hunt for treasures at the Salamanca market, walk to a waterfall at Mount Field, spot wildlife, and ride to the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington for big views — all without long drives. Here’s how to shape a family-friendly few days.
Family Favourites
Ferry & Waterfront
A Derwent ferry ride and the working docks around Constitution Dock.
Russell Falls
A short, flat walk to a waterfall at Mount Field, with wildlife about.
kunanyi Summit
A sealed drive to the lookout — pack warm layers, even in summer.
Salamanca Market
Stalls, food and buskers along the sandstone waterfront.
Family Tips
- Ride the ferry up to MONA — note some art is provocative, so use your judgement
- Do Russell Falls at Mount Field for an easy nature day
- Time Salamanca for a Saturday if you can
- Pack warm layers for kunanyi — it makes its own weather
- Keep drives short — the city and its day trips are close together
Hobart with Kids — FAQ
What can families do in Hobart?
Plenty — ride the ferry up the Derwent, explore the Salamanca market on a Saturday, walk to Russell Falls at Mount Field, ride up kunanyi / Mount Wellington and roam the waterfront. It’s a compact, easy city for kids.
Is MONA suitable for children?
MONA is a striking family outing and the ferry ride is a hit, but some artworks are provocative or adult in nature. Check current exhibitions and opening days, and use your judgement for younger children.
What is the best easy walk for kids near Hobart?
The walk to Russell Falls at Mount Field National Park is short, flat and largely accessible, with tall forest and wildlife — a favourite with families, about an hour from the city.
Can you take kids up kunanyi / Mount Wellington?
Yes — the summit road is sealed and the lookout views are a thrill for all ages. The mountain makes its own weather, so pack warm layers and go on a clear day.
Is Hobart good for a family holiday?
Very — short distances, a walkable waterfront, ferries, wildlife, forests and the mountain give families a lot without long drives. Many day trips also work well with children.
Hobart, Planned Around You
MONA and Salamanca, kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Bruny Island and the whisky bars — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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