The Finish Line Hobart

Located in the heart of Hobart's historic Battery Point precinct, the Derwent Distillery Tasting Room offers visitors an authentic taste of Tasmania's award-winning craft spirits. Just a short stroll from Salamanca Place and the waterfront, our intimate tasting space showcases the complete range of Derwent Distillery's handcrafted single malt whiskies, gins, and liqueurs made only 30 minutes away in Dromedary. Visitors are invited to enjoy complimentary tastings of our small-batch spirits while discovering the stories, craftsmanship, and Tasmanian influences behind every bottle. The Tasting House also offers bottle sales of our full range, including limited releases and seasonal expressions. Complementing the tasting experience is a thoughtfully curated selection of Tasmanian-made gifts, artisan products, and locally sourced snacks, making it the perfect stop for visitors seeking a genuine taste of Tasmania. Whether you're a whisky enthusiast, gin lover, or simply exploring Hobart's historic waterfront, the Derwent Distillery Tasting House provides a warm and memorable Tasmanian experience.

Lēoht is a cafe and restaurant in Hobart's historic Battery Point. The seasonal menu celebrates Tasmania's premium cool climate wine, exceptional local produce and specialty coffee. Built in 1853, the interior of Lēoht's historic Georgian cottage celebrates natural light, Tasmanian timbers, local brick, woven textures and wool. A working fireplace, sunlit front terrace and rear courtyard (both dog friendly) make this a warm and inviting year-round dining destination. Lēoht is less than 10 minutes walk from bustling Salamanca with free two-hour street parking. Lēoht prides itself on always finding room for walk-ins and accepts bookings through Google.

For the first time in decades, Semaphore Cottage is open to the public on a regular basis. Recognised as the oldest surviving building in Battery Point, Semaphore Cottage was originally built as the guardhouse for the Mulgrave Battery, Hobart's first defensive fortification. Over time, it evolved into the central headquarters for the semaphore telegraph system, which extended from Hobart to Port Arthur. This system, one of the most advanced of its time, could transmit messages across a 54-kilometre chain of stations within minutes. The cottage's historical significance was acknowledged in the 1930s when the Shiplovers' Society of Tasmania led a successful campaign to save it from demolition. Today, the cottage is cared for by Maritime Museum Tasmania. Step inside and explore its remarkable story and its role in Hobart's maritime past. Come and discover a hidden part of Hobart's maritime heritage. With thanks to the Hobart City Council for their generous support in making these public openings possible.