HOBART
Tasmania’s best days out, from Hobart.
The 7 most popular walking tours within reach of Hobart. What each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator behind it.
Maria Island cruise from Hobart with a guided Darlington convict walk, wildlife sightings, lunch and drinks, plus 2 hours on the island.
Most Popular“I know we were incredibly lucky but holy holy what a spectacular day.”
Fly from Hobart to Southwest National Park, cruise Bathurst Harbour, and take a bush walk with lunch on a Par Avion day trip.
“Rug up for the boat trip! Expect to be in awe of the sheer beauty of the rugged wilderness! If you love history, Nature and amazing TRUE stories, then this is for you.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Hobart’s colonial streets, parks, waterfront, and Salamanca Place, starting at Henry Jones Art Hotel.
“Lisa is very knowledgeable and has a pleasant personality. Learned a lot about the history of Tasmania and Hobart.”
Old Hobart Pub Walking Tour: a 1.5-hour guided stroll past convict-era waterfront pubs, with optional drinks and a max-12 group.
“Maggie, our tour guide, was so welcoming and excited to share her knowledge of Hobart historic pubs, architecture and people. She gave us such an appreciation for Hobart’s history. We enjoyed our excellent tour experience.”
A small-group history walk through Salamanca and Battery Point in Hobart, mixing convict tales with photos and drawings. Easy, 2.5 hours.
“Peter was knowledgeable humorous and super friendly . Lots of questions from group that he answered so well . Great history and contemporary info about lovely Hobart town food and pubs. . We loved it all . . Thank you 😊”
90-minute small-group walk through Hobart’s colonial and convict past, with heritage stops and photo-friendly stories, ending at Salamanca.
“Highly recommended entertaining and informative”
A 3-hour guided walk through Hobart’s Battery Point and Salamanca, with sandstone heritage, colonial stories, and small-group local tips.
“What an amazing day. The guide was so nice and informative. Her knowledge of Hobart was wonderful and she went out of her way to make it an interactive experience. Diane was so wonderful and really went out of her way to make everyone a part of the story and inclusive experience.”
Every direction out of the city, and the best way to take each one.
