Classic Urban Parks (3.4km), Hobart, Tasmania

Classic Urban Parks is a 3.4km, grade 2 hike located in the Hobart, Tasmania. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.

Length: 3.4km

Duration: 1.25 hrs

Grade: 2

Style: Return

Start: 40 Salamanca Place

End: 40 Salamanca Place

Location: Hobart

Closest town: Hobart

Tasmania

From state capital: 0.7km

Longitude: 147.332421

Latitude: -42.886375

Hike summary

This walk links several of the city's historic parks where fountains, gravestones, semaphore stations and slipways provide glimpses into Hobart's rich and fascinating past.

Safety

There are plenty of road crossings along this trail.

Route and GPX file

Total distance: 3416 m
Max elevation: 0 m
Min elevation: 0 m
Total climbing: 0 m
Total descent: 0 m

Download file: greaterhobarttrails-hobart-classic-urban-parks.gpx

For more information on this trail, visit Greater Hobart Trails

Trail Features

Prams & Strollers
Bicycle Trail
Dog Friendly
Heritage

Tips

There are plenty of road crossings along this trail.

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Location

Access Conditions

Public Transport
Public Toilets
Picnic Shelter

Getting there

Walk, ride your bike, take a bus, or drive your car to Salamanca Place to begin the trail.

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About the region

Hobart is Tasmania's capital city and the second oldest capital in Australia, after Sydney. Located at the entrance to the Derwent River, its well-preserved surrounding bushland reaches close to the city centre and beaches line the shores of the river and estuary beyond.

With its captivating history, picturesque waterways, rugged mountains and gourmet experiences, the city has something for everyone.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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