HOBART · TASMANIA
Tasmania’s best days out, from Hobart.
The 12 most popular port arthur tours within reach of Hobart. What each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator behind it.
3 hours of Tasman National Park coastline from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck, with Cape Pillar cliffs, caves, and wildlife at every turn.
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Explore Port Arthur’s convict ruins with self-guided audio, guided site talks, and a harbour cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
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Explore Port Arthur’s UNESCO convict ruins with a 2-day pass: audio tour, harbor cruise on MV Marana, museum visits, and convict trails.
“Our tour guide was very informative both on the Port Arthur Site and the Isle of Dead site.”
Cruise the Tasman Peninsula by boat from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck, with jackets provided and real odds of seals, dolphins, and more.
“Well organised trip, full length raincoats provided, friendly staff.”
A lantern-lit 90-minute ghost walk through Port Arthur’s haunted convict grounds, with after-hours access, guided stories, and a bravery certificate.
“This was so much fun, especially in the dark ( daylight savings means you need to book the later tour. Our guide “Glen” was phenomenally good at what he does and I had the heebeejeebies the whole time . As did my daughter who’s birthdRead more”
A lantern-lit 90-minute ghost walk through Port Arthur after dark, with real penal-era stories and exclusive access to haunted spots.
Hobart to Port Arthur day trip with Tasman Peninsula views, Carnarvon Bay harbour cruise, Isle of the Dead walk, and Remarkable Cave stop.
A 90-minute Tasman Peninsula wilderness cruise from Port Arthur to Cape Raoul for white-sand bays, giant sea cliffs, seals, and dolphins.
Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula shore tour with sea cliffs, Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, plus chocolate, lavender, and fish and chips.
“Our guide was great…waited a few extra minutes for us to get off the tender ship from the cruise ship. The pace was quick, but not hurried. We got to see a lot in a short amount of time, which was perfect for having to take water shuttles to and from the cruise ship.”
Port Arthur sea kayaking on the Tasman Peninsula: small-group paddle past cliffs, caves, shipwreck, fur seals, and gourmet lunch. Gear included.
“Really great part of the world, weather was hit or miss throughout the day but still a great time. Knowledgable guides! Some little details could have been better communicated - like how to prep/dress in advance… but honestly a awesome experience and awesome tour!”
Small-group Hobart cruise excursion to Port Arthur with Ross’ guidance, plus lavender and hand-forged Tasmanian chocolate at a fair $169.
Cruise the Tasman Peninsula to Cape Raoul, spot caves and fur seals, and pair it with flexible entry to Port Arthur Historic Site.
“We booked it out of whim and it was so fantastic, I am glad we went for it. We all loved the experience!!”
Every direction out of the city, and the best way to take each one.
