Dating in Hobart: markets, mountains and MONA

Hobart has changed a lot in the last decade. MONA, a boom in food and drink, and a wave of new arrivals have made it one of Australia’s most interesting small cities. It’s also small enough that dating takes a little care.

Dating in a small city

In a city of about a quarter of a million people, you will run into your matches again, at the market, the pub or the bakery. Be kind and gracious, even when you’re not interested. getme shows you people near you first, from Battery Point and Sandy Bay to North Hobart, Moonah and the eastern shore.

Hobart date ideas

• Salamanca Market. Saturday morning at the market, followed by coffee in Salamanca Place, is a classic Hobart date.
• kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Drive up for the view, or hike if you’re both keen. It can be freezing at the summit, so bring layers.
• MONA. Take the ferry up the Derwent. The art is guaranteed to give you something to talk about, love it or hate it.
• North Hobart. Elizabeth Street has restaurants, bars and the historic State Cinema.
• Battery Point. Wander the heritage streets and stop at a bakery.

Hobart dating tips

Embrace the cold. Winter dates mean open fires, pubs and Dark Mofo, if you’re brave.

Widen your radius if needed. In a smaller city it can help to expand your distance setting to include Kingston, Sorell or New Norfolk.

Look for friends too. Many people moving to Tasmania want to build a community. getme lets you meet friends as well as dates.

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