Parliament HouseImpressive Sandstone Building
Salamanca Place
Hobart, TAS
7000
Neighborhood: Waterfront
Nearest Train: Metro City Bus TerminalPhone: +61 3 6230 8233
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Originally designed by famous convict architect John Lee Archer as a customs house, this large sandstone two-storey building was constructed using convict labour between 1835 and 1840. After self-governance was granted to Tasmania in 1856, the building was modified to suit parliamentary use. The lower floor now houses an historical museum and interesting historical documents are available for viewing. Visitors should note the grand central entrance surmounted by a parapet with a pretty cornice and the stonework coat of arms and enjoy a walk amongst 150-year-old majestic oak trees.NYC Best Hotel Deals: 50% Savings In New York! Experience New York At It's Finest!JustClickLocal.comAlaska – it’s HOT! Get a FREE Official Alaska Travel Guide today.TravelAlaska.comFour Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: Stay two nights, and receive the 3rd night FREE! www.SantaBarbaraCa.com/PartnersAssociated Events
Guided School and Group Tours of Parliament House
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Guided School and Group Tours of Parliament House is always a fun-filled activity, one that shouldn't be missed. It takes just a phone call to book your place on the one hour tour and once done, you can see the place with the Parliamentary Attendants as your guide. The guided tours are arranged on non-sitting days only. For more details about these, check the website. The tours are free of charge.
Public Galleries
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
10:00AM
Witness the Tasmanian Parliament in session from the comforts of the Public Gallery. Open to members of the public, come here to listen to the House of Assembly and Legislative Council in sitting. See how the elected members discuss important issues, pass bills and debate with a zeal rarely seen in other meetings. Visit the website to find the days when the Houses meet.