1. MONA (Modern of New and Old Art)
The BF and I took an early flight to Hobart with Jetstar. We woke up at 4am to catch the 6am flight to arrive at 8am in Hobart. I would highly recommend for anyone that is going to Hobart to hire a car as it is so much easier to get around. Though I didn’t take public transport there, it looked like it was quite scarce. In terms of car hire, we went with Budget Rental. You will see the store across the road as soon as you exit the Hobart airport. The guy at the desk was super friendly and recommended us a few places to go while we waited for the paper work to process. We paid $130 for a 3 day hire which I think is a decent price in comparison to the competitors. We asked around at AVIS and even with the Jetstar discount it was about $200+. You can choose to pay a premium to reduce your excess for the insurance, but TBH if you are a good driver with no damage record then I wouldn't pay it. There's not many cars in the Tasmanian roads compared to back in Sydney.

 We left the airport soon after and headed towards MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) which was about a 30 minute drive north. The drive there was so beautiful reaching closer to the destination! It was a $20 entry (for students) – my student card has no expiry date okay! My BF and I spent almost 2-3 hours there exploring the 3 levels. The type of art is not what we are used to seeing at the modern day galleries. There was a wall dedicated to vagina wall art LOL and my favourite was taking part of the counting rice interactive exhibition. 

Participated in ‘Counting Rice’ @ MONA. My favourite exhibition! Counting rice allows you to immerse yourself in the present mind and detach yourself from the notion of time. Removing all electronics and watches and replacing it with noise cancelling headphones and a white lab coat really allows you to ‘focus on the now’ and not get distracted from any sound or visual information. There is also a section in the museum where you can see the tombs of mummies. I enjoyed most about this exhibition is the exclusiveness and secrecy. Only two people are allowed inside this dark arena and once you enter, you are surrounded by water. I waited about 10 mins in the queue before I could go inside. Once inside, you have to take small steps on small stepping stones to reach the tombs. I was only there for about 5 minutes before I felt a little creeped out and left lol. It is a little out of the ordinary and even more reason to go! There is also a little cafe inside the gallery. The view from there is bloody amazing, but the food is personally overpriced. I would probably just grab a coffee there ($4.50 for one) just to enjoy the view.

 3. Mount Wellington
You will be able to see the mountain as the backdrop of the city as soon as you arrive. During August the mountains are sprinkled with snow. It's about a 30 minute drive up and 20 minute drive down the mountain from the CBD. This is where a hire car definitely comes in handy! After the scenic drive up the mountain you will be welcomed by a lookout that oversees the city below. It's really chilly up there like 5 degrees so I would bring an extra jumper! It's free to go up and spent about 1 hour there chilling, taking photos and playing with the snow. If you are a nature lover and a little adventurous, this place is a must go!

4. Have some fresh Tasmanian Oysters 

We had our yummy oysters alongside the pier at Fresh Frenzy. The oysters were delicious! What better way to spend it along side the fresh, clean breeze and marvelous views of the pier. The oysters were $14 for half a dozen.