Battery Point Sculpture Trail
Battery Point Sculpture Trail
Battery Point Sculpture Trail
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Rotiman1
Sydney, Australia1,619 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Couples
We were staying at Battery Point and enjoyed the sculpture trail. It was a pleasant walk that provided an insight into the history of the area. Two great pieces of trivia were sculptures 313 - number of boats launched in the 1800s from Battery Point shipyards and 1909 - the year Errol Flynn birth at Sandy Bay. A further benefit was the option to stop for a coffee in Battery Point and a drink at Salamanca.
Written 20 April 2023
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Bridget R
Brisbane, Australia200 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Good way to see Hobart and activity. Beautiful walk around the area and nice little food places along the way if you get hungry.
Written 5 April 2023
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westy54
Sydney, Australia9,046 contributions
Nov. 2022 • Couples
The Sculpture Trail incorporates nine different sculptures or information boards that have a story about a time, a date, a weight, a quantity or something else that links to that particular place. We found most to be very interesting.
We started this approximately 2 kilometre Trail just along from Salamanca Place and then followed the waterfront (Castray Esplanade) along next to the CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research Building then onto AJ White Park. We then walked up a rather steep section of Finlay Street before stopping for a coffee at Perch in Hampden Road.
We then followed it again along Clarke Avenue and Marine Terrace before a rather steep ascent down Derwent Lane to the waterfront.
We passed some lovely (and a few not so lovely) old houses and pubs and took in some good views of the Derwent Estuary.
Perhaps the most interest structure that we found was not a sculpture but the official Finishing Line Booth for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race which was just near the CSIRO Building.
We started this approximately 2 kilometre Trail just along from Salamanca Place and then followed the waterfront (Castray Esplanade) along next to the CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research Building then onto AJ White Park. We then walked up a rather steep section of Finlay Street before stopping for a coffee at Perch in Hampden Road.
We then followed it again along Clarke Avenue and Marine Terrace before a rather steep ascent down Derwent Lane to the waterfront.
We passed some lovely (and a few not so lovely) old houses and pubs and took in some good views of the Derwent Estuary.
Perhaps the most interest structure that we found was not a sculpture but the official Finishing Line Booth for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race which was just near the CSIRO Building.
Written 28 March 2023
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Gai H
17 contributions
Feb. 2023
Loved spending time in Battery Point following the sculpture trail. Make sure you keep your fluids up by stopping at the gorgeous old pubs along the way!
Written 10 February 2023
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John P
Melbourne, Australia1,145 contributions
Nov. 2022
This walk is through an area of charming housing with one notable excrescence and the occasional blot but generally, attractive cottages and houses, good costal views, a lovely church and numerous cafes and restaurants, well worth a visit.
Written 20 November 2022
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Mez H
Newcastle, Australia105 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We had 2 mornings in Battery Point, first we walked around taking in the sites & the historic architecture and the 2nd time we hired the escooters in Salamanca & rode them around which the locals were less than impressed but we had a great time!!
Written 2 November 2022
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Andrew Batts
Brisbane, Australia47 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Couples
A wonderful walk around a beautiful historical neighbourhood. Waves from home owners along with the sounds of birds in the various old cottage gardens made this a glorious way to spend a Spring afternoon.
Written 9 September 2022
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pakabay
Adelaide, Australia2,088 contributions
Sep. 2022 • Couples
The sculpture trail is a great idea and a great excuse to wander some of the most beautiful parts of old Hobart.
Battery Point is the oldest part of Hobart and was home to ship builders, whalers, seamen and everything that you would expect from a wild old seafaring outpost. The area is simply full of stunning period home, almost universally maintained to perfection and many with priceless water views.
The sculpture trail itself is a good workout, this is not flat country! Online & printed info could be better, but we managed and as I said, it was a good way to get out for a good walk in a pretty special part of the world.
Battery Point is the oldest part of Hobart and was home to ship builders, whalers, seamen and everything that you would expect from a wild old seafaring outpost. The area is simply full of stunning period home, almost universally maintained to perfection and many with priceless water views.
The sculpture trail itself is a good workout, this is not flat country! Online & printed info could be better, but we managed and as I said, it was a good way to get out for a good walk in a pretty special part of the world.
Written 4 September 2022
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Robyn E
Hamburg, Germany206 contributions
Aug. 2022
Having read the other reviews, we were prepared and had a great time following the trail. Also enjoyed the vista and the buildings along the way.
Written 26 August 2022
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R Bena
Melbourne, Australia92 contributions
Mar. 2022
Short walk after Salamanca stroll. Basically aiming the end of the street to see the stunning water and mountain across for photo taking then walk back pass the gorgeous park with lots of people on the grass reading books chilling. Nice garden with toilet.
Written 23 March 2022
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I have a day and half at Hobart.
Wish to see as many tourist attractions in this time. If need to travel to nearby places what is best mode
Olivia S
Perth, Australia189 contributions
Battery point itself is a nice neighborhood so you could walk around and enjoy the buildings, the water fronts, and also on clear-days the view to Mt. Wellington. Salamanca market (only on Saturdays) and Salamanca place area is nice with plenty of diners and cafes. From Salamanca place you could easily walk to Brooke St Jetty areas. There is dedicated shuttle to go to Mt. Wellington which could be booked at the tourist information centre. If you go to information centre there is 'Tours Tasmania' company which provides many day tours option (start as early as 7-am pick up and return to Hobart in the evening round 6-7 pm, check out the brochure which is available there). Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery is just very close to the information centre and it's free entry. If you would like to do some 'museum marathon', the Maritime museum (with entry fee) is also nearby and the Mawson's Hut (with entry fee) is right at the corner. Another option is the art museum MONA (also with entry fee for tickets and trip there could be via a dedicated ferry or shuttle, tickets could be purchased at their counter inside the Brooke St Jetty). Port Arthur is another good historical site but you might need to book a tour there combined with other destinations to seize the day (I tried the 'Port Arthur & Tassie Devils' day tour and quite like it). If you are into some walk-amongst-nature, visit the Royal Botanical gardens (1-2 hours inside is sufficient). My faves are the Japanese garden and the sub-arctic house. From inside the garden there is great view to the Tasman Bridge as well. Regarding the day-tour, I also like the 'Mt Field, Mt Wellington & Bonorong' day-tour, with some light range of walking inside the trails and a visit to Bonorong wildlife sanctuary. I hope you could use some ideas now to explore and enjoy Hobart.
bevvygran2016
Chatswood, Australia31 contributions
Do you have a lift, please? I see one review mentions "lugging suitcase upstairs".
SuemNewSouthWales
Harrington, Australia44 contributions
There is a lift at St Ives Apartments in Battery Point
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Frequently Asked Questions about Battery Point Sculpture Trail
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Battery Point Sculpture Trail:
- Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour (From AU$40.65)
- Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour (From AU$71.13)
- Walking Tour: Highlight Of Battery Point (From AU$182.70)
- Hobart Half-Day Sightseeing City Tour (From AU$55.89)
- Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Richmond Village Tour (From AU$76.22)
- Hotels near Battery Point Sculpture Trail:
- (0.17 km) Lenna of Hobart
- (0.17 km) The Grand Old Duke
- (0.15 km) Battery Point Boutique Accommodation
- (0.23 km) Salamanca Wharf Hotel
- (0.28 km) Grand Vue Private Hotel
- Restaurants near Battery Point Sculpture Trail:
- (0.21 km) Monsoon Thai Fusion
- (0.27 km) Da Angelo Ristorante
- (0.22 km) Magic Curries Indian Restaurant
- (0.24 km) Kosaten
- (0.24 km) Salamanca Wharf Cafe
- Attractions near Battery Point Sculpture Trail:
- (0.05 km) Princes Park
- (0.12 km) Princes Park
- (0.18 km) Parliament House
- (0.07 km) AJ White Park
- (0.32 km) Heritage Horse Drawn Carriages