Hobart: Capital City of Tasmania, Australia

There is no country or state named “Hobart.” Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania, Australia’s island state.

Key Facts

• State: Tasmania (TAS)
• Population: ~250,000 (Greater Hobart, 2023)
• Location: Southeast coast of Tasmania, on the Derwent River estuary.
• Founded: 1804 as a penal colony; second-oldest Australian capital (after Sydney).
• Known For: Salamanca Market, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), Mount Wellington/kunanyi, Antarctic gateway, historic waterfront.

Climate

Mild oceanic: cool summers (avg 21°C/70°F), cool winters (avg 12°C/54°F), consistent rainfall.

Hobart is a vibrant cultural and administrative center for Tasmania.