This is a FREE museum in the centre of Hobart, just a few minutes’ walk from the waterfront.

It covers everything from Tasmania’s convict history to Aboriginal culture, Antarctic exploration, and local wildlife.

It’s a mid-sized museum, so you can see most of it in 1 to 2 hours. There are permanent displays plus rotating exhibitions, and it’s a solid indoor option for rainy days.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Well-curated exhibits across a mix of themes

• Occasional temporary exhibitions or installations

• A few interactive and kid-friendly areas

• Café next door for a post-museum break

• Can get busy during school holidays
  

TO ACCESS

• Free entry

• Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM, closed Mondays (last time we checked)

• Located on Dunn Place, near the Hobart waterfront

• Easy walk from Salamanca or the city centre