The historic site was built for Hobart's defence after Russian warships appeared in the harbour in 1873.
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Blundstone Arena
With a capacity of 19,500, this hosts the Tasmania State cricket team, Hobart Hurricanes in Big Bash T20 cricket league, and in winter is a secondary ground for North Melbourne AFL.
This oak-lined public space in Central Hobart is named after the explorer Sir John Franklin. Between voyages, he served as Lieutenant-Governor of Van Diemen's Land (as Tasmania was then known) from 1837 to 1843. The centrepiece of the park is a statue of him, with an epitaph by Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
This area is home to Hobart's main waterfront area and was the original landing point by European settlers in 1804. Most locals come here to sit, relax and, if hungry, enjoy some of Tasmania's finest seafood. Constitution Dock, within the cove, is particularly famous as it is the finishing point of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race which is held from Boxing Day (December 26) each year.
Established in 2000, the Federation Concert Hall is home to the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra. The concert hall is an international standard venue and one of Hobart's premier entertainment venues. It is connected to the adjacent Hotel Grand Chancellor, with a 1100-seat capacity in the hall and also additional conference and exhibition rooms.
Salamanca Arts Centre
One of Hobart's smaller theatres, seating 165, the Peacock is located in the heart of the historic Salamanca Place. The stage itself has a natural sandstone backdrop, owing to the fact the theatre was built into the foot of a quarry.
You start off in Hobart and board a passenger yacht (catamaran), which takes you for a cruise around the bay. On the way to Peppermint Bay the crew points out different sites like Salmon Farms, Local Sealife, and geographic wonders. When you arrive at Peppermint Bay you are treated to a Tasmanian clambake, of clam chowder, fish, and rock lobster. The restaurant decor includes rich hardwood floors and a wall that is completely made of glass so that you can enjoy the picturesque scenery.