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Battery Point Sculpture Trail, Hobart

4.8
#1 of 15 in Historic Sites in Hobart
Historic Walking Area · Scenic Walking Area
Battery Point Sculpture Trail is named after a battery of guns, which were established here in 1818 as defense against French and Russian invaders. This historic city district retains much of its character from over a century ago. If you'd like, join a guided tour of the district's most notable historic houses and restaurants dating back to the first European settlement of the city. You can also sightsee on your own and drop by one of the popular pubs for a quick bite and a refreshing drink. This upscale neighborhood provides an ideal natural backdrop for photographs, making it a popular stop for tourists. Put Battery Point Sculpture Trail and other Hobart attractions into our Hobart trip itinerary maker app, and watch your holiday take shape.
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Tours to Battery Point Sculpture Trail

FROM $40 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hobart Half-Day Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour
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Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $26 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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FROM $48 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour
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Duration: 90 to 135 minutes
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FROM $120 BOOK WITH VIATOR Walking Tour: Highlight Of Battery Point
Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $40 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hobart Half-Day Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour
Duration: 3 hours
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Battery Point Sculpture Trail reviews

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  • By GlobalAdventureTrips
    Not enough signs nor sculptures. It’s very unclear where to start or finish so we just made the most of our walk by checking out the houses and the views of the water but as far as a sculpture trail.....  more »
  • By Ginges_revenge
    Battery Point was very nice and picturesque and great for a walk around. We had a beautiful winters afternoon to walk around in. The area has lovely homes, coffee shops, lovely parks and...  more »
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  • By Toby Rockwell
    Half scavenger hunt, half history lesson this trail is a great romp through a delightful historical neighborhood. The biggest delight is looking at the many periods homes and gardens while the various signposts explain the history of this section of Hobart.
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