Parliament of Tasmania

Parliament of Tasmania in Hobart houses two chambers—the Legislative Council and the House of Assembly—that meet in separate rooms to conduct government business. The building contains public galleries where visitors can watch debates and voting from dedicated viewing areas.

The building became Parliament House in 1856 when Tasmania gained self-governance following its time as a British colony. It evolved from an earlier customs house structure into the seat of legislative authority.

Members of both houses regularly engage with local communities through public forums and educational programs that explain Tasmania's legislative procedures and democratic processes.

You can watch sessions from public galleries on sitting days and join guided tours that explain how the two chambers work together. Checking the parliament's schedule in advance helps you plan your visit during active sessions.

The building was partly constructed from sandstone quarried locally and still preserves features from when it served as a customs house near the wharf. These remnants connect the site to Tasmania's maritime trading heritage.

Website: https://parliament.tas.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -42.88537,147.33032

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25