Poised on the waterfront, Salamanca Place is without a doubt one of the most popular areas in Hobart, as it draws both local Tasmanians and visitors to the locality in droves. The historic area features a wide array of options for shopping, dining, as well as top-notch entertainment, so ensure your travel itinerary features a slot for you to discover and explore Salamanca Place to its fullest.

Foodies will have an absolute ball, with a delightful array of cafes, bars, café-bars and restaurants to choose from, each offering a one-of-a-kind culinary experience each time. Salvete features an all-day breakfast for just $13 as well as a selection of two TAPAS and you can wash it down with a cold beer, all for $11 every Friday from 2-7pm. Environs features a quirky atmosphere complete with life-size standees of the Beatles and Einstein tell you that “All you need is love”. Feel the flavours of love when you sample their hearty shepherd’s pie, perfect with a glass of red wine. Lights snacks, salads and sandwiches are also prime favourites in this unique eatery. The Squire’s Bounty features premium craft beer, matched with some of the heartiest pub far you’ll find this side of the Pacific. For a sampling of something spicy and infused with Asian herbs, Suwan Thai offers some of the most heavenly Pad Thai on the Salamanca strip and their crispy golden spring rolls burst into an explosion of flavours with every bite. Salamanca Place is simply littered with delightful restaurants, so allow yourself to be seduced by the delectable aromas wafting forth from each eatery. Savour exquisite views of the waterfront as the perfect backdrop to your meal.

Featuring the best of local and international creativity is the Salamanca Arts Centre with a selection of new and exciting events unfolding each week for your viewing pleasure. Nestled behind the row of historic Georgian warehouses that line Salamanca Place, you will discover an intriguing hub of arts and culture. The centre comprises an eclectic mix of galleries, theatres, and arts administration that work together to preserve, polish and present creativity in all its forms. Amongst the venues are the Long Gallery, Peacock Theatre and the Sidespace Gallery, which always feature an enthralling array of activities so be sure to stroll in and see what sample of genius is on display during your visit.

Every Saturday, you will discover one of the most frequented events in the area: the bustling Salamanca Market, undoubtedly one of the best open-air markets in the region. Here, you will be able to interact with organic growers of fresh produce as well as talented local artists and artisans who present market-goers with fine original pieces of art and souvenirs that would make for ideal gifts. You will also encounter a delightful array of handmade jewellery and trendy clothing for fussy fashionistas. No matter if you’re a shopaholic or a casual browser, the Salamanca Market promises to please all patrons.

If you are seeking some fine serviced apartments Hobart has to offer in the area, consider checking into the Somerset on the Pier Hobart. Affording fantastic views of the surrounding country and graced by attentive hospitality, these Hobart serviced apartments are the ideal base from which to commence your exploration of Salamanca Place.

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.

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