Discovery Holiday Parks
Mornington Hobart, Hobart , TAS

Activities & Attractions

• Alpenrail
• Tasmanian Transport Museum Society
• Sullivan's Cove
• Hobart
• Mount Wellington
• Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
• Bruny Island
• Female Factory
• Port Arthur
• Huon Trail

Alpenrail

SwissModel Village and railway, rated one of the top 5 models worldwide, absolutely breathtaking, experience the charms of Switzerland  in Tasmania.

Tasmanian Transport Museum Society

The New Town Railway Station has been rebuilt at the museum and a new platform added. The station masters office and signal room have been retained and restored to original condition. The former ladies waiting room and store have been developed as a display of relics and photographs featuring the history of Tasmanian Railways.

Sullivan’s Cove . . .

is on the Derwent River adjacent to the CBD of Hobart, it was the site of initial settlement in the area. Today it is known as Macquarie Wharf.

Hobart

Visit the 2nd oldest city in Australia, where the waterfront is set against the dramatic backdrop of Mt Wellington. Historic Salamanca Place, Macquarie Wharf, and neighbouring Battery Point, offer a great range of restaurants where you can enjoy premium Tasmanian wines and local cuisine.

Mount Wellington

Drive to the top to see the great views of Hobart, Derwent River, Bruny Island, Huon Valley and the surrounding picturesque country side, only 25 minutes from the heart of Hobart.

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Situated within the Queens Domain, the gardens cover an area of 14 hectares (34.6 acres) and  were established in Hobart in 1818. The gardens hold historic plant collections and a large number of significant trees dating back to the nineteenth century.

Bruny Island

Bruny Island is part of the Huon Trail has many attractions and walks. The ferry departs from Kettering at regular intervals. You can also see Bruny Island from the water by taking BrunyIsland Charters where the Tasman Sea meets the Southern ocean.

Female Factory

The Female Factory is an historic site is located near cascade gardens and the Cascade Brewery. The majestic remains, and the importance of the site, gives the Female Factory international heritage significance.

Port Arthur

Travel the Convict Trail from Bellerive with it’s pre 1900 buildings to Richmond an original village of slate and cobbles, Australia’s oldest gaol and Australia’s first bridge, visit Old Hobart town model village, through Sorell and visit the Sorell Fruit Farm then onto EagleHawk Neck,  Doo Town, Dunally where you can purchase fresh seafood, Tarana with their locally made Federation Chocolate then onto Port Arthur Historic Site, then after dark you can experience the Historic Ghost Tours where a hidden side is revealed. You can also take the Tasman Island Cruise where you will experience the highest sea cliffs in Tasmania, dolphins, seals, abundant bird species, deep caves and much more.

Huon Trail

A world of extensive and beautiful waterways, serene boutique farms and World Heritage Wilderness. A relaxing and friendly place of natural beauty just beyond Hobart, perfect for a relaxing holiday or short break. Tahune Forest AirWalk, located near Geeveston is a spectacular aerial walkway through the rainforest canopy on the banks of the Huon River.

Peppermint Bay Cruise

Take a wonderful cruise down the Derwent River on the luxury 22 metre catamaran ‘Peppermint Bay 2’. You can be assured of a relaxing day, discovering the real Tasmania.  Departs from Brooke Street Pier daily and takes in the Harbour, Derwent River, D’Entrecasteaux Channel, past Bruny Island. It includes an absolutley tasty lunch and a visit off shore to Peppermint Bay and its wonderful shop, restaurant and lovely gardens

Cascade Visitors Centre

Visit Australia’s oldest brewery.  Take a tour and see some of Australia’s finest and oldest beers in production and taste the finished product.  Dine in the restaurant and explore the 3 acres of Heritage Gardens.

Port Arthur

Travel the Convict Trail from Bellerive with it’s pre 1900 buildings to Richmond an original village of slate and cobbles, Australia’s oldest gaol and Australia’s first bridge, visit Old Hobart town model village, through to Sorell and visit the Sorell Fruit Farm then onto EagleHawk Neck,  Doo Town, Dunally, where you can purchase fresh seafood, then onto Tarana with their locally made Federation Chocolate then drive on to the  Port Arthur Historic Site, then after dark you can experience the Historic Ghost Tours,  where a hidden side is revealed. You can also take the Tasman Island Cruise where you will experience the highest sea cliffs in Tasmania, dolphins, seals, abundant bird species, deep caves and much more.

Salamanca Market

Not to be missed. Enjoy the sights, sounds, action and colour of Australia’s best outdoor market held every Saturday from 8.30am to 3.00pm at Salamanca Place.

Taste Of Tasmania

From the 28^th December to the 3^rd January every year the Hobart Pier comes alive as the Yachts return from the Sydney to Hobart Race … in conjunction with the “Taste of Tasmania” - enjoy the delights of a fabulous selection of Tasmanian foods, wines, delicacies and entertainment.