- Why this month: March evenings are cool enough for walking and still bright enough to stretch the route into dinner.
- Best time: 4:30pm to sunset.
- Book by: No booking needed.
- Crowds: Low to moderate.
- Don’t miss: Hampden Road bakeries, Kelly Steps, and the sandstone warehouses of Salamanca Place.
- Insider tip: End near Elizabeth Street Pier and eat fish and chips while the light holds over the Derwent.
Hobart in March: Weather, crowds, events and things to do
Hobart in Autumn: How March compares
| Category | February | March | April |
|---|---|---|---|
Weather | 12–22°C (54–72°F), warm and dry | 10–19°C (50–66°F), mild and more variable | 8–16°C (46–61°F), cooler with more rain |
Crowds | Moderate, easier than January | Moderate, light outside Saturdays and long weekends | Low to moderate |
Atmosphere | Summer energy lingers | Early-autumn reset, harvest mood, easier pacing | Cooler, slower, more indoor-focused |
Key events | Royal Hobart Regatta, summer arts programming | Harmony Week, final Hobart Twilight Markets, March long-weekend travel bump | Easter travel, ANZAC build-up, autumn garden displays |
Public holidays | Regatta holiday in southern Tasmania if early February | No Tasmania-wide public holiday, but interstate long weekend affects demand | Easter and ANZAC Day drive bookings up |
Budget | Still close to summer pricing on popular dates | Better value than February, especially midweek | Good value except Easter |
Best for | Beaches, long day trips, warm evenings | Wine trips, mixed weather itineraries, outdoor dining without summer crowds | Museums, gardens, cooler walks |
Book early? | Yes for peak weekends and day tours | Yes for Saturdays, Bruny tours, and long-weekend stays | Yes around Easter |
Transport tips | Ferry and day-trip routes run smoothly | Book rental cars early for weekend day trips | Wet roads and shorter daylight matter more |
Top things to do in Hobart in March
Offbeat experiences in March
Planning your March visit
| Lead time | What to book | Why & when | Seasonal price change |
|---|---|---|---|
2–3 months ahead | Central Hobart hotel for Saturdays and long-weekend dates | Book now for March 6–9 and Saturday stays near Salamanca; these dates tighten first | March 6–9: often +15–25% vs mid-month weekdays; Saturday waterfront stays: often +10–20% vs Sun–Thu |
3–6 weeks ahead | Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise | Weekend departures and small-group dates fill first, especially in settled-weather windows | Tour prices are usually stable; late-booked premium dates sell out rather than rise |
2–4 weeks ahead | Port Arthur & Tasman Park Guided Tour with Harbor Cruise | Saturdays and long-weekend departures go first; Port Arthur works well in shoulder weather | Usually stable; March 6–9 can be tighter than mid-month |
2–3 weeks ahead | Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour with Gourmet Food | Food-focused small-group tours are popular in harvest season and on weekends | Often stable midweek; weekends may run close to full availability |
1–2 weeks ahead | Full-Day Guided City Tour of Hobart & Tickets to MONA | Saturday city-and-MONA plans line up with heavier visitor flow | Stable pricing; Saturday availability is the real pressure point |
5–10 days ahead | kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer One-Way Bus Pass | Clear-weather forecast improves summit demand; late planners tend to wait for the best day | Usually flat; final sunny weekend dates can disappear first |
3–7 days ahead | Restaurants in Battery Point, North Hobart, and waterfront dinner spots | Friday and Saturday dinner bookings matter more than weekday lunches | Fri–Sat dinner slots: often busier, but menu prices stay near base |
2–5 days ahead | Rental car for Bruny, Huon Valley, or Freycinet day trips | March weekends still see strong self-drive demand | Weekend rentals: often +10–20% vs midweek; long-weekend dates can climb higher |
March highlights: Must-do experiences for different travellers
Hobart in March: Your perfect 3-day itinerary
Best day trips from Hobart in March
Go shopping in Hobart in March
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