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Historic center · Hobart, Tasmania
Salamanca Place
A row of 19th-century sandstone warehouses beside Hobart’s waterfront, with galleries, shops, bars and the Saturday market, at the foot of the Battery Point neighbourhood.
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About Salamanca Place
Salamanca Place is a row of sandstone warehouses built in the 1830s and 1840s along Hobart’s waterfront, when the town was a centre for whalers and maritime trade. The name recalls the Battle of Salamanca, won by the Duke of Wellington in Spain in 1812.
The warehouses house galleries, shops, restaurants and bars, and the Salamanca Arts Centre occupies part of the complex. On Saturdays the street hosts the Salamanca Market, with stalls selling produce, crafts, food and island flowers.
Behind the warehouses, Kelly’s Steps climb up to Battery Point, a neighbourhood of Georgian and Victorian houses, small churches and cafés that preserves the layout of an old fishing village.
The pier and harbour are a short walk away, with fishing boats, the fish market and ferries to MONA.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to half a day.
Best time
On Saturdays for the market. Late afternoon for the bars and restaurants.
How to get there
In central Hobart, a short walk from the harbour and the shopping area.
Tip
Arrive early for the Saturday market when it’s less crowded. Walk up Kelly’s Steps to Battery Point.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Salamanca Place
When is the Salamanca Market held?
On Saturdays, during the day, year-round.
What is in Salamanca Place?
19th-century sandstone warehouses with galleries, shops, bars, restaurants and an arts centre.
How do I get from Salamanca Place to Battery Point?
On foot, via Kelly’s Steps behind the warehouses.