Explore Southern Tasmania
The Woodbridge is the ideal base from which to explore Southern Tasmania. It is located on the banks of the Derwent River in historic New Norfolk, in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley.
Just 25 minutes from Hobart, New Norfolk offers a peaceful alternative to staying in the city while remaining within easy reach of MONA, Hobart and many of the attractions of Southern Tasmania.
Well Placed for Exploring
Approximate driving times from The Woodbridge:
- The Agrarian Kitchen, New Norfolk — a few minutes
- Stefano Lubiana Wines — 15 minutes
- Derwent Estate — 15 minutes
- MONA — 20 minutes
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary — 20 minutes
- Hobart — 25 minutes
- Salamanca & Hobart waterfront — 30 minutes
- Mount Field National Park & Russell Falls — 35 minutes
- Hobart Airport — 40 minutes
New Norfolk & the Derwent Valley
New Norfolk is one of Tasmania’s oldest towns and sits approximately 35 kilometres northwest of central Hobart.
The town is the gateway to the Derwent Valley and Mount Field National Park, while its position along the Derwent River provides convenient access back towards MONA and Hobart.
The Woodbridge itself is within walking distance of the centre of New Norfolk, including The Agrarian Kitchen, cafés, antique shops and the town’s historic sites.
Accommodation Outside Hobart
The Woodbridge is particularly well located for travellers who want to explore Hobart and Southern Tasmania without staying in the city.
From New Norfolk, guests can travel east towards MONA and Hobart, west into the Derwent Valley and Mount Field National Park, or connect with routes towards the Huon Valley and other parts of Southern Tasmania.
Stay beside the river in New Norfolk and explore from there.