ON THE HILLHOBART · TASMANIAGEILSTON BAY · HOBART · A LITTLE FURTHER
A coastal wander. A game of tennis. A market morning. Plenty of ways to make the day yours.
Start around Geilston Bay and Lindisfarne, then explore the eastern shore, Hobart and beyond. Each option below tells you where to go and links to official visitor information.
Find your next outing ↓NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
A Lindisfarne bakery stop, a foreshore walk and an easy bistro dinner.
Book a tennis court, choose a bike trail or plan a pool session.
Explore TMAG or Mona, then take your time over a café stop.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE · 01
Geilston Bay · start at Debomfords Lane
Follow the water towards Simmons Park in Lindisfarne, taking in yachts and views across the Derwent. The official route is 3.5 km; allow for your return journey. Some shoreline sections are narrow and rocky and can be affected by very high tides. Dogs must be on lead.
Geilston Bay · Bedlam Walls headland
Take in the River Derwent from this headland trail, reached via the Shag Bay Track. Read the route and access notes before setting out; the approach is additional to the short headland walk itself.
Risdon · entry off Grasstree Hill Road
A 4.3 km circuit around the reservoir on a wide track, with some undulating sections and bushland views. A good option for a longer walk or a run. Dogs are not permitted. Check the track page for access information before travelling.
Bellerive, Howrah & Waverley Flora Park
Make a longer outing of the coast and bushland on this approximately 12 km route from Kangaroo Bay. The council grades the walk moderate; the route includes hills, gravel and local streets. Allow time for the whole circuit and follow the mapped route and dog restrictions.
Wellington Park · plan a separate outing
Choose a mountain walk to suit the weather, daylight and your experience. Wellington Park’s visitor information covers access, trails and road conditions. Pack warm layers and check current closures before heading up; conditions on the mountain can differ from those in Hobart.
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Geilston Bay
Fit in a game during your stay. Use the club’s court-booking page to check available sessions, hire conditions and charges. Arrange equipment and access with the club before you go.
4 Loinah Crescent, Montagu Bay
An indoor swimming option for a workout or family pool visit. Check lane availability, admission and supervision requirements directly. The centre also posts maintenance closures on its website, so check those before setting off.
Meehan Range · Flagstaff Gully Link Road access
A skills area and a network of mountain-bike trails, with routes ranging from beginner to advanced. Choose a trail for your ability and check the current map and conditions. Some features involve substantial jumps and drops; dogs are not allowed on the mountain-bike tracks.
Bellerive Oval · Bellerive
See what is on at Hobart’s eastern-shore stadium during your visit. Use the official events and ticket information for current fixtures, entry arrangements and transport planning. Events vary by season.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE · 03
Derwent Street, Bellerive
Combine beach time with a playground, picnic area and outdoor fitness equipment. Council lists toilets and barbecue facilities at the park. Check the local signs for beach conditions and dog rules; dogs are not permitted in the park itself.
Seven Mile Beach · further along the eastern shore
A change of pace for a beach stroll and some open coastal space. Plan your access point using council’s visitor information, and check signs and conditions on arrival. Allow for the drive from Geilston Bay.
593 Briggs Road, Brighton · day outing
Plan a wildlife-focused outing in Brighton. Check the sanctuary’s admission, tour options and visitor information before you go, and book any special experiences directly with Bonorong.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE · 04
Hobart waterfront precinct
An indoor option for art, natural history and Tasmania’s stories, with family-friendly experiences. General entry is free. Check current exhibitions, opening days and any separately ticketed activities on the museum’s visitor page.
Berriedale · plan a separate outing
Make time for the Museum of Old and New Art. Check opening days, ticket arrangements and transport options on Mona’s visitor page before planning your day.
Salamanca Place, Hobart
Build a market morning into your stay, with stalls to browse in the Salamanca precinct. Check the official calendar before visiting, particularly around public holidays, and plan your transport into the city.
Richmond · Coal River Valley day trip
Spend an unhurried outing around the historic bridge, village shops and cafés. Tourism Tasmania’s town guide is a useful starting point for choosing what to visit and planning a drive through the area.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE · 05
Lindisfarne
A bakery and café option for coffee, bread, pies and something sweet. Check the store’s current menu and opening hours before you head out.
Lindisfarne
An eastern-shore option for a bistro meal, with a harbour outlook. See the current menu and dining information, and book directly if you have a particular evening in mind.
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE · 06
121 East Derwent Highway, Lindisfarne
Pick up groceries and ingredients for the apartment kitchen, or supplies for a picnic. Use the official store page for current opening hours and contact details.
17–19 Franklin Street, Lindisfarne
A pharmacy option for travel essentials and advice from a pharmacist. Check the store page for current opening hours and available services.
Phone 1800 022 222
For health advice, contact healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For a life-threatening emergency, call 000. The official website explains how the service can help.
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Geilston Bay, eastern shore & Hobart
Plan your journey using Metro’s current Hobart maps and timetables. Check the nearest suitable stop and your return service; a listed suburb does not mean every departure serves the same stops.
Bellerive ↔ Hobart
Consider a river crossing between Bellerive and Hobart as part of a city outing. Check operating days, fares and the last return sailing with the operator, and arrange your trip to the Bellerive terminal.
Hobart Airport → your accommodation
Compare airport car hire and taxi options before arrival. Confirm pickup arrangements and the journey to Geilston Bay with your chosen provider. Airport services are arranged separately from your accommodation booking.
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT
These are places to explore, with availability and opening times set by each operator. Check their latest information, book where needed and allow for your journey from the apartment. Trail distances describe the named routes, not the distance from your door.
Check the weather, track notices and local signs. Choose walks and rides for your ability, take water and layers, and check dog rules for each destination.
Current TasALERT warnings ↗ · Find more mapped trails ↗
Emergency: 000
Health advice: healthdirect 1800 022 222
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