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Keep a short Hobart waterfront walk for the other evening or morning. Trying to force both long outings into one day would leave little time at either.

Price only the days you need a car and use the city stay for walking or booked transport. Also compare airport and city depots after adding transfer and parking costs.

Compare a Midlands or central-highlands base with a northern detour by what you want to see. Devonport only makes sense if its surrounding sights justify the extra driving.

Check current coach and tour operators for the exact date and whether they stop at the historic site, trailheads or only a central meeting point.

Check current car-park hours and overnight rules for the exact two nights. A low evening rate may reset at a different time on Monday.

Pack a warm outer layer, insulating mid-layer, waterproof shell and comfortable closed shoes. The right combination depends on wind, rain and whether you go to higher ground.

Ask your hotel or host for current vetted-service suggestions, then verify the provider's screening, insurance and age experience directly.

Give the waterfront and central history one day, a MONA or museum day another, and one regional outing if the weather suits. Leave the fourth flexible.

Check the apartment's kitchen, laundry and recent noise reports before paying more for a label. A grocery store within a comfortable walk may matter for a longer stay.

Map each hotel's exact entrance to the waterfront, Salamanca and the museums you want. The difference may be atmosphere and room style more than basic access.