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City of Hobart MT WELLINGTON provides a spectacular backdrop to Hobart and panoramic views of the City and Derwent River, and to a distance of 100km. • Mt Wellington rises to a height of 1271 metres. • Drive or take a coach tour to the pinnacle, which is 22km from the city centre. • Barbecues and public toilets are provided at the picnic area at The Springs, which is approximately half way to the pinnacle. • An enclosed observation shelter with interpretation displays is at the summit and is open daily from 8am to 4.30pm (6pm daylight saving time). People with disabilities may require assistance to access the shelter. • Accessible walkway to western viewing deck. • Accessible toilets. • Accessible car parking.

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MT NELSON provides sweeping views of the Derwent River estuary and Greater Hobart, from the historic Signal Station on its summit. The area provides an ideal observation point in a quiet bushland setting. • Mt Nelson Signal Station is at 700 Nelson Road, and is ten minutes drive by car from the City. Alternatively, travel by the Metro bus service which operates from Franklin Square. • Picnic facilities and public toilets, including a unisex accessible toilet, are provided on the Signal Station site. • The Mt Nelson Signal Station restaurant and kiosk are open daily. • Bush walking tracks lead down to the suburbs of Sandy Bay and Taroona from the summit.

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• Wheelchairs are available for loan upon request.

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• Accessible parking zones are provided at the main entrance car park (enter off Tasman Highway). • An easy access pathway leads from the main entrance to the pond, Restaurant, Visitor Centre, Gardens Shop, Conservatory, Japanese Gardens and other main features in the Gardens.

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BATTERY POINT is a picturesque example of one of Hobart’s earliest harbourside villages. Enjoy a walk or drive around this historic area. Many of the buildings are registered with the National Trust. • Restored Georgian residences are a feature of Battery Point. • Charming cottages are numerous in this small suburb, such as those which surround the circular village green, Arthur’s Circus. • Several antique shops and restaurants can be found in Hampden Road. Visit the Van Diemen’s Land Memorial Folk Museum in historic “Narryna”, which was completed in 1834. • St George’s Church was constructed in 1838, and the tower added in 1847. It can be found in Cromwell Street. • Kelly’s Steps link Kelly Street in Battery Point to the sandstone warehouses in Salamanca Place. • Princes Park provides excellent views of the Derwent, Sullivans Cove and Mt Wellington. While much of this park is accessible to people in wheelchairs, some parts have steep gradients.

THE ROYAL TASMANIAN BOTANICAL GARDENS is Australia’s second oldest botanic gardens and was established on the Queen’s Domain in 1818. The Gardens is sited on the western bank of the Derwent River, two kilometres from the city centre, adjacent to Government House.

The City of Hobart has an outstanding array of attractions for both tourists and residents to visit and enjoy.

Salamanca Market Enjoy the sights, sounds, flavours, action and colour of Australia’s best outdoor market, every Saturday from 8.30 am to 3 pm at Hobart’s Salamanca Place. Set between graceful plane trees and the mellow sandstone facades of historic warehouses, Hobart’s famous market at Salamanca Place attracts thousands of locals and visitors, every Saturday of the year. • Fine Tasmanian art and craft. • Flowers, fresh fruit and vegetables. • Books and buskers, trash and treasure. • Restaurants, galleries and outdoor cafes. • Public toilets including accessible toilets. • Park in Salamanca Square, off Montpelier Retreat. Additional parking is reserved on Saturdays for people with disabilities, on the section of road between the two lawns, off Castray Esplanade. • Free wheelchair service.

Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre 20 Davey St (corner Elizabeth St) Ph 6238 4222. Open 7 days. Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 9am to 5pm.

Parking Information THE HOBART AQUATIC CENTRE was opened in 1997. The centre offers a climate controlled environment and a wide range of indoor facilities for use by all members of the community. Entry off Davies Avenue at the Domain. • Leisure pool with beach entry and water features. • 25 metre, 6 lane pool. • 50 metre, 8 lane pool. • Dive/utility pool with platforms and springboards. • Toddler pool and water slide. • PVC wheelchair for pool entry available. • Other features include spa, sauna and steam room. • Cafe for refreshments. • Open daily except Christmas Day. • Eight accessible parking zones available. • Parent parking spaces available. • Accessible change rooms and accessible toilets are provided.

Parking, transport and taxi concessions are available to assist people who have a permanent and severe disability. Enquiries: Transport Access Scheme Ph 1300 851 225. People with a temporary disability may apply for a temporary parking permit at the Hobart Council Centre Ph 6238 2711.

Metro Bus Information

To confirm if a wheelchair accessible bus is being used on a specific service, call 13 2201 (free call). All accessible on individual timetables. bus services are marked with Information on Metro’s accessible services is available from the Hotline 13 2201, the Metroshop inside the Hobart GPO or at Metro's website at www.metrotas.com.au

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Information for people with hearing impairment A public TTY payphone (Telephone TYpewriter) is available at the Royal Hobart Hospital.

Information for people with vision impairment Photo Tourism Tasmania and Gary Moore

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Map information for computer screens can be downloaded at www.hobartcity.com.au

Free wheelchair service

To book a wheelchair for use at the Salamanca Market on Saturdays call 6238 2843 (Mon–Fri) or 0419 482 675 on market days. A free wheelchair for use in the CBD is also available from the Argyle Street Car Park: call 6238 2795.

Disclaimer: While all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this guide, no responsibility for omissions of any kind, whether negligent or otherwise, or for any loss, damage, injury or other consequence which may arise to any person relying on this publication, will be taken.