Best Arts and Culture Places in Hobart

"Twelve kilometres north of Hobart's city centre, MONA is burrowed into the Triassic sandstone of a peninsula jutting into the Derwent River. Arrayed across three underground levels, the $75-million museum created by local philanthropist-owner David Walsh mixes ancient antiquities among contemporary artworks. It's sexy, provocative, disturbing and deeply engaging – don't miss it.To get here, catch the MONA ferry or MONA Roma shuttle bus from Hobart’s Brooke St Pier."

"Next, make your way to the famous MONA (Museum of Old & New Art), a unique interactive museum that is sure to leave an impression with some downright crazy exhibitions including an entire wall of 100+ uniquely shaped vaginas. Allow at least 2 hours. Not for the vaginas, but for the whole museum."

"Australia's largest privately funded museum is home to a diverse array of exhibits from Tasmanian millionaire David Walsh's private collection…"

"Top-notch contemporary Tasmanian arts – jewellery, canvases, glassware and ceramics – in a lovely old sandstone building a short stroll from Salamanca Place."

"Plimsoll Gallery’s aim is “to position Tasmanian contemporary art and design within the broader national and international context”. Located on the waterfront at the University of Tasmania’s School of Creative Arts, it features curated exhibitions from local, national and international contemporary artists. It also displays work from students, including MFA and PhD examination exhibitions."

"Contemporary Art Tasmania (CAT) has an annual programme of visual art exhibitions, focussing on innovation, energy and excellence. The organisation aims to support and develop Tasmanian contemporary artists through exhibits, mentorship opportunities and studio spaces. CAT also hosts public programmes designed to educate audiences in experimental art."

"Located on historic Salamanca Place, Colville Gallery specialises in modern fine art by Tasmanian and Australian artists. Displayed work includes paintings, photography and sculptures, which are featured in the gallery’s annual curated exhibitions. Colville Gallery is also proud to promote its artists through participation in national art events and fairs, as well as at its own fine art auctions."

"Address: 65 Harrington Street, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7000, Australia Tel: +61 (0)3 6234 4866 St. Joseph's, in the city centre, is a small Roman Catholic church, dating back to the mid-19th century. Featuring regular parish services, St. Joseph's is a friendly place with charming architecture and many original features. Open hours: hours vary Admission: free"

"Address: 28 Cromwell Street, Battery Point, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7004, Australia Tel: +61 (0)3 6223 3393 Standing in the Battery Point area, St. George's is an Anglican church that was built in the 1830s. Worth looking out for is the unusual architecture with strong Egyptian influences, the tall tower and the characterful historic interior. Open hours: hours vary Admission: free"

"Address: 164 Harrington Street, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7000, Australia Tel: +61 (0)3 6234 4463 St. Mary's Cathedral is the head of the Roman Catholic faith in Tasmania and situated in the heart of the city centre. Featuring magnificent Gothic-Revival architecture and spectacular stained-glass windows, St. Mary's also features regular services and welcomes all religions. Open hours: hours vary Admission: free"

"This World Heritage Site was where Hobart’s female convicts were incarcerated and put to work. Around 12,500 women were transported to Tasmania, and at its height the Cascades Female Factory held 1200 women – more convicts than Port Arthur ever held at a time. You can explore the hauntingly spare yards with their interpretive installations independently, or take a guided Heritage Tour or the excellent Her Story dramatisation. To get here by public transport, take bus 446, 447 or 449."