Activities Near Our Hobart Hotel

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel in Hobart is proud to be affiliated with the following businesses:

MONA, the Museum of Old and New Art, is a ‘subversive adult Disneyland’ in Hobart, Tasmania. Journey to the site via high-speed ferry from Hobart. On arrival, a huge, windowless, concrete and corten steel construction disorients your expectations. And as you descend, your senses are thrown into overdrive. It’s dark, noisy and smelly at times; have a drink at the Void bar, set against a dramatic sandstone backdrop, to steady your nerves. As you pass through the building, contemporary, ancient and modern art jostles for attention, and compels you to look at your world in a different way. MONA’s current exhibition, Theatre of the World, is guest-curated Jean-Hubert Martin, in collaboration with MONA and the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG). A stunning collection of Pacific tapa cloths forms the heart of the exhibition, which takes you on a tour of the myriad ways humans externalise their sensual engagement with the world around them.

Tasman Island Cruises is another quality, award winning product from Pennicott Wilderness Journeys. Cruise along the spectacular coastline of the Tasman National Park, between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck for this exciting and authentic 3 hour wilderness cruise. Experience Cape Pillar the highest vertical sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere. Enter deep-sea caves; see wonderful wildlife, hundreds of seals, migrating whales and abundant bird species in the thousands. At any time of the year you’re likely to see the feeding frenzy of diving gannets, albatross and sea eagles wheeling on the wind, cliff-nesting peregrine falcons and playful dolphins surfing the bow wave of the boat. Drive yourself to Port Arthur to join the 3 Hour Wilderness Cruise departing daily at 10:00am. Or meet at the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre, conveniently located on Franklin Wharf walking distance from The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel to join a Full Day Tour from Hobart including meals, transfers and the award winning 3 Hour Wilderness Cruise. You also have the option of including a visit to the Port Arthur Historic Site or the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park on the Full Day Tour.

Bruny Island Cruises provide coastal wilderness experiences along the rugged coastline of the South Bruny National Park on Bruny Island. Cruise alongside some of Australia’s highest sea cliffs, beneath towering crags and drift up close to listen to the awesome ‘Breathing Rock’. Enter deep sea caves, pass through the narrow gap between the coast and ‘The Monument’, a tall slender stack – and feel the power of nature at the point where the Tasman Sea meets the might of the Southern Ocean. Join in the search for abundant sea and coastal wildlife such as Australian Fur Seals, dolphins, an abundance of sea birds and whales in their migration seasons. Drive yourself to Adventure Bay on Bruny Island to join the 3 Hour Wilderness Cruise departing daily at 11:00am. Or meet at the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre, conveniently located on Franklin Wharf walking distance from The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel to join a Full Day Tour from Hobart including meals, transfers and the award winning 3 Hour Wilderness Cruise.

Tasmanian Air Adventures provides convenient, world class, eco-tour experiences to Tasmania’s wilderness icons direct from the Hobart waterfront; South West Wilderness, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur, Cradle Mountain and Gordon River. Or maybe you would prefer the convenience of a seaplane transfer to MONA or your wilderness hotel. Departing from Kings Pier in Hobart’s CBD, you step aboard our luxurious seaplane where you will be exhilarated in a way that only comes with our combined air, land and sea experiences.

For bookings or more information visit the website (www.tasmanianairadventures.com.au) or phone 1300 359 822.

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Maria Island National park with its deep-etched convict history.

On this leisurely and award winning 4 day walk the world will slow down. Your stress will reduce and you’ll delight in isolated beaches and Blue Gum forest with rare wildlife encounters and convict settlement. The first two nights are spent in secluded wilderness camps and the final night in the heritage listed Bernacchi House. Every evening’s reward is a candlelit dinner with Tasmania’s finest food and wines.

Departures: 7.30 am daily from The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel within the season 1. October-1.May and upon availability. The walk returns to your accommodation or Hobart airport at about 4.00 pm.

For bookings or more information: www.mariaislandwalk.com.au

bookings@mariaislandwalk.com.au +61 (0)3 6234 2999

Get a real taste of Cadbury. Who they are, why they're different and what they're doing to achieve their vision of being not just the biggest but also the best confectionery company in the world. Where to start? Well they create chocolate that people love right here in Tasmania. The Cadbury factory at Claremont was established in 1921. The Cadbury Visitor Centre offer a rich and diverse chocolate experience that excites chocolate lovers of all ages. Enjoy the retail shop where confectionery is at super special prices, browse through exclusive merchandise & try a delicious hot chocolate.Indulge yourself in a fun loving way to learn how chocolate is made and the history of Cadbury - tasting chocolate from start to finish!

Open Mon-Fri (closed public Holidays) 1800 627 367
Family discounts apply

Short on time, big on adventure? This three hour tour is a must-do for visitors to Hobart. Tour departs Brooke Street Pier, Franklin Wharf and offers over 20km of downhill riding, all equipment provided, excellent guides and brilliant views! Suitable for everyone aged 8 years and older, plus there's absolutely no fitness requirements - it's all downhill from here!

Why not spoil yourself! For more information and bookings please phone 1300 137 919.

Set amongst over 400 acres of Tasmanian countryside, Redbanks is the ideal location for your next event. Experience salmon and trout fishing, archery, aqua golf, clay target shooting or small bore rifle shooting all in a safe and natural environment.
Redbanks is located only 45 minutes from Hobart, and 30 minutes from the Hobart airport and offers a range of outdoor activities that are not available on the one site anywhere else in Tasmania.
For more information phone: +61 3 6257 5162.
276 Masons Road, Nugent, Tasmania

The creation of single malt whiskies is a wonderful combination of science, art and passion. The Lark Distillery, located on Hobart's waterfront, provides a wonderful opportunity for visitors to experience Hobart's first Specialised whisky bar, and a walk-through tour of the distilling process. The outlook to Mawson Place gives visitors the chance to sit outside, and enjoy their favorite dram overlooking Hobart's vibrant port.

For more information phone +61 3 6231 9088.

14 Davey Street, Hobart,Tasmania

www.larkdistillery.com.au