Is MONA worth a day if contemporary art may not be our taste?
Friends strongly recommend it, but we have only a short time in Hobart.
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How should we use four full days in Hobart without overpacking the itinerary?
We arrive Sunday night, leave late Thursday and have not fixed daytime activities.
Can we visit Russell Falls at Mount Field with a rental car?
I am confused by a warning about an unsealed road beyond the visitor centre and wonder whether the trip is worthwhile.
Should we stay in Hobart CBD or Salamanca for a walkable visit?
We want historic sights, cafes, groceries and public transport and are comparing apartments at different prices.
How should we choose between two Hobart waterfront hotels?
We are comparing a stay by the docks with a heritage-style hotel and care about dining, shopping and walking.
How can we plan a special 21st-birthday dinner near Hobart's waterfront on Monday?
There are four of us and we want a memorable setting, but many restaurants may be closed.
Where should a family with a toddler stay outside central Hobart?
We have a large rental car and want easy parking, takeaway or simple cooking, and access to MONA, the mountain and Port Arthur.
Can a solo visitor explore Tasmania from Hobart without driving?
I cannot rent a car and want more than a brief walk around the city.
Can I reach kunanyi / Mount Wellington's summit from a city bus stop?
I found a bus toward Fern Tree and wonder whether walking up and back within five hours is realistic.
Where can I arrange a small birthday cake in Hobart on a Sunday?
We need dessert for six people at a CBD dinner.
How can a student explore Tasmania cheaply without driving?
I have a week based around Hobart, enjoy nature and hiking, but multi-day tours are beyond my budget.
How can I pace MONA and other Hobart sights with low-light vision?
I have a multi-day itinerary but worry MONA's dim galleries may be difficult for me.