Local Attractions

If you’re planning to explore Bruny Island, we highly recommend Bruny Island Safaris, run by Craig Parsey, who has a deep, personal connection to the island. Having grown up at remote lighthouses, including Cape Bruny, and spent years living, working, and exploring the island, Craig offers a truly authentic experience.

Cascade Brewery is a must-see (and taste) for any beer lover. For over 190 years, Cascade Brewery has been brewing up a storm, earning a reputation for its rich history, award-winning beers, and breathtaking surroundings.

Whether you're a beer newbie or a connoisseur, this iconic brewery has something for everyone. Take a guided tour and uncover the secrets behind their award-winning brews, savouring every sip along the way.

Across the road at TMAG, there’s always fun stuff happening at TMAG for the whole family to enjoy.

Hobart’s Theatre Royal is a historic performing arts venue and is the oldest continually operating theatre in Australia. The theatre hosts a variety of comedy, musical and drama performances throughout the year. Conveniently located 2 minutes’ walk from the Hotel, take a look at what’s on this season.

The Theatre Royal’s Staycation school holiday program each Tasmanian school holidays gives the kids a chance to get creative at a range of workshops and performances.

There is a lot of beauty to take in at the Botanical Gardens! Take along a picnic and make a day of it. Opening hours for Winter are 8.00am - 5.00pm. Find out more information at their website.

If you want to see Hobart and all of its beauty then you need to take yourself up to Mount Wellington (kunanyi). Only a short drive from the Hotel Grand Chancellor, in minutes, you will be transported to the wilderness, bushland and amazing scenery.

If visiting Salamanca was on your list of things to do in Hobart, then our hotel is the ideal location to stay.

Enjoy a taste of Tasmania at the Farm Gate Market!

Pennicott Wilderness half-day journeys allow you to experience the rugged coastline, impressive rock formations and see local species of birds, dolphins and seals - all from the water. This is truly a unique experience perfect for the whole family. 

All aboard the ferry out to MONA! Enjoy a speedy ride (on a sheep) along the Derwent to experience the must-see old and new art museum.

Heading to Hobart for the school holidays? There is so much to do in Hobart, even when the temp cools down! Here are a few of our favourite things to do with our families in the winter school holidays:

Brutal and barbaric yet exquisitely stunning. Tasmania's convict history has shaped this island in ways that must be experienced to be understood. Port Arthur Historic Site is one worthwhile attraction where you will take a journey back in time.

Try the award-winning cider at Willie Smiths Apple Shed. Willie Smiths Apple Shed, situated in the Huon Valley (a short 30-minute drive from Hobart), is a great place to unwind and relax.

Founded by Tasmanian artist Phillip McKay, Hobart's newest art gallery is located inside the lobby of the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart. Boasting panoramic views across Constitution Dock towards Salamanca, the gallery showcases some of Tasmania’s finest landscape artists.

If you look in the direction of Salamanca Place then you may notice a little wooden hut occupying a small patch of lawn around Hobart's waterfront.

Take yourself to Brooke Street Pier and book your seat on the big red bus. One of the best ways to see and explore Hobart is to jump on board the Red Decker bus.

Lark Distillery Cellar Door and Whisky Bar, once a distillery and bond store, stock the finest range of Lark whisky. Enjoy a side-by-side tasting flight, enjoy a quiet drink surrounded by history, and pick up a gift for a whisky-lover back home.