Derwent Entertainment Centre, Hobart

Name: Derwent Entertainment Centre
Address: 601 Brooker Highway, Hobart, 7010, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 6251 3170

#92 among attractions in Hobart

Sport venue, Sport, Concert hall, Shop

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Derwent Entertainment Centre, also known as the DEC and known commercially as MyState Bank Arena, is the largest indoor arena in Tasmania and the multi-purpose arena is the primary venue in Hobart for large indoor functions/events. It was constructed in 1989 and is situated in between the waterfront of the River Derwent, the Brooker Highway and Tattersalls Park. ()

Opened: 1989 (35 years ago)Capacity: 5400Coordinates: 42°49'27"S, 147°16'59"E

Address

601 Brooker HighwayHobart 7010 Australia

Contact

+61 3 6251 3170

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Day trips

Derwent Entertainment Centre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Old and New Art, Northgate Shopping Centre, Luxbet Park, Tasmanian Transport Museum.

1.3 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Old and New Art, Hobart
35 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Derwent in Hobart, Australia, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) is a sanctuary of creativity that challenges the conventional museum experience. Founded in 2011 by Tasmanian millionaire David Walsh, MONA has quickly become one of...
0.7 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Northgate Shopping Centre
19 min walk • Northgate Shopping Centre, nestled in the heart of suburban Australia, stands as a modern temple of retail that caters to the needs and wants of its diverse consumer base. This expansive shopping hub offers an array of stores, ranging from high-end fashion boutiques...
~1090 ftE
Sport venue, Sport
Luxbet Park, Hobart
6 min walk • Luxbet Park, previously known as Elwick Racecourse, stands as a premier sporting venue in the picturesque city of Hobart, Australia. This storied racecourse, nestled on the outskirts of the city, has been a focal point for horse racing enthusiasts since its...
0.6 miSW
Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum
17 min walk • The Tasmanian Transport Museum is a museum located in Glenorchy, Tasmania, preserving and exhibiting a collection relating to Tasmanian transport history including items such as locomotives, carriages, ephemera and railroadiana.
1.3 miE
Bridge
Bowen Bridge, Hobart
34 min walk • The Bowen Bridge is a four-lane road bridge crossing the Derwent River in Tasmania, Australia.
0.7 miS
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Hobart Showgrounds, Hobart
18 min walk • The Royal Hobart Showgrounds are the site of the Royal Hobart Show and many other smaller events including a market on the grounds every Sunday.
0.6 miSW
42°49'52"S • 147°16'30"E
Tasmanian Transport Museum, Hobart
17 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Glenorchy Central
21 min walk • Glenorchy Central is a shopping centre in Glenorchy, northern suburbs of the city of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. It is one of the oldest shopping centres within Glenorchy, Tasmania, situated at the western side of the CBD.
1.4 miNW
Wine tours, Winery
Moorilla, Hobart
36 min walk • Moorilla Estate is a winery located in the suburb of Berriedale, 12 km north of the city centre of Hobart, in Tasmania.
0.4 miS
Street
Elwick Road, Hobart
12 min walk • Elwick Road is a major arterial road that runs through the northern suburbs of Hobart, Tasmania. The Road is the major link road between the Main Road and the Brooker Highway that connects to Glenorchy. The Road Passes through residential areas.
1 miE
Street
Goodwood Road, Hobart
27 min walk • Goodwood Road is a 4-lane link road that connects the City of Glenorchy to the City of Clarence in the greater area of Hobart, Tasmania. Using the Bowen Bridge the road travels over the River Derwent in semi-highway road layout.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Derwent Entertainment Centre?

Nearby attractions include Elwick Road, Hobart (12 min walk), Tasmanian Transport Museum, Hobart (17 min walk), Hobart Showgrounds, Hobart (18 min walk).

How to get to Derwent Entertainment Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Derwent Entertainment Centre:

Train

Tasmanian Transport Museum (17 min walk)

Bus

Glenorchy Interchange (20 min walk)
Metro Springfield (29 min walk)