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Things to do in Hobart, Tasmania: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Perched on Tasmania’s southeastern coast, the lively city of Hobart is a unique mash-up of the 19th and 21st centuries. The waterfront cafes, restaurants and studios of the largest city in Tasmania are housed in centuries-old converted warehouses that overlook a harbor bustling with yachts and fishing boats. An active arts scene, vibrant nightlife and leisurely daytime pace add to the city’s charm.
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1. Shore Excursion-Hobart Wanderer
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Mt. Wellington, Richmond, Bonorong, Cascade Brewery and Hobart city tour all in one day on this unforgettable shore excursion. Explore Hobart’s city streets before summiting (driving) Mt. Wellington for breathtaking views and panoramic pictures. Your guide will drive by Hobart’s cherished monuments giving detailed descriptions of their origins. We stop at Australia’s oldest brewery (Cascade Brewery) to stroll their glorious gardens or sample some local largers. The journey then passes through Tasmania’s farmland and cool climate wine region to the picturesque town of Richmond.
Inclusions: Small Groups, Local guide, Flexible Itinerary
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By 673tic
Jarrod was on time, he was a kind and knowledgeable gentleman. The van was clean and Jarrod was very accomodating. All the activities were super fun. Richard and I really enjoyed our day and time was allocated perfectly for each activity. Thank you Jarrod, we definitely and highly recommend travelling with Jarrod.
2. Cradle Mountain in a day from Hobart
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The only Cradle Mountain day tour departing from Hobart. On arrival, you'll have 4.5 hrs to explore this world-renowned landmark and be reinvigorated by mother nature's vibes in the amazing ancient forests of this world heritage wilderness.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/Guide, Local guide, Live commentary on board
Exclusions: Opportunities to purchase food/drink are available, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By divpreets
Friendly, fun and knowledgeable guide made the tour an absolute pleasure. Picked us up and dropped us off from a location not in their usual list making sure we didn't have to travel too much. Thank you Eli for making the day so awesome.
3. Private Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Exploring Tasmania's only botanic garden with a personal guide is the best way to find out the stories and secrets behind the plants and architecture on this expansive 14 hectare site. Your guide will reveal which Tasmanian plants bees like to make honey from, which species are rare and threatened, and the unusual efforts taken to save an historic Cork Oak from threat. This tour includes time to wander the set of The Patch (as featured on ABC television's Gardening Australia).
Inclusions: Exclusive commentary of the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Garden's main highlights.
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By Dawn C
With exercise to boot ! A very pleasant walk and lunch at Succulents Restaurant to follow. We had loads of Eastern Rosellas on our travels which was a bonus .
4. Hobart Minibus Full-Day Private Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Touring with passionate fully trained and knowledgeable local Driver/guides who want to share their stories and provide an unforgettable experience. Your driver guide will be able to take you to places that interest you and can give information and make suggestions so that you get a unique and personal experience. There are so many itinerary options depending on your interests, from our fascinating wildlife, our pristine nature and our history. You can experience it all on these customised private tours while travelling in safety and comfort with every detail taken care of so you sit back relax and enjoy.
Inclusions: Bottled water
Exclusions: Attraction Entry fees
Reviewed By Altogethernow
It almost seemed a little unnatural going on a city tour of Hobart since I've lived in Tasmania most of my life but WOW we had the best time. Our guide Tim was knowledgeable and extremely entertaining. I couldn't recommend this tour enough ????
5. 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Hobart
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4.9 based on 90 reviews
You’ll love this extensive, 2-hour small-group walking tour of Hobart with a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Explore historic Hunter Street, Hobart waterfront, beautiful Salamanca Place, and other significant city locations. As you walk, learn the history of this contemporary city and its colonial roots and see the best Georgian and Victorian architecture. Hear wonderful stories about the hard working convicts, explorers, entrepreneurs, villains and heroes of this convict-built city and fall in love with the picturesque city of Hobart. The maximum group size for this tour is 8.
Inclusions: Professional local guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By nomes4175
Only the 2 of us on this walk. Such personal service. Arthur Circus was a highlight. So cute! Lisa our Guide was so knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
6. Day Trip to Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Historic Site from Hobart
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4.9 based on 181 reviews
Explore the Tasman Peninsula from both land and sea on a full-day excursion from Hobart. See the Tasman Peninsula from the water on a three-hour wilderness cruise, enjoy an included lunch before your tour continues to Port Arthur Historic Site. Gain invaluable insights from your interpretive guides on this Tasman Peninsula day tour, which includes morning tea and lunch.
Inclusions: Scenic guided bus tour, Coffee and/or Tea, 3-hour wilderness cruise, Lunch
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Steven H
A very enjoyable 3hrs on board the specially built boat. There were 3 boats out on the day we went and the weather was cold but not too choppy until we went into the Southern Ocean. We saw some spectacular sites and saw the first humpback whale sightings for this season as well as seals and lots of birds. Only thing we missed were dolphins. Took a good beating on the fast trip back to Adventure Bay but Anthony drove with great skill and consideration.
7. Hobart Historic Walking Tour
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4.8 based on 24 reviews
Discover Hobart by foot and hear fascinating stories of how Tasmania’s capital city was established and how it became the vibrant waterfront city it now is. Your local guide will identify the heritage listed buildings and tell the stories of the early characters and issues that were major influences in the early days of Hobart.
Inclusions: Small group tour, Local guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By annehealesville
Elise was a fantastic, knowledgeable guide who brought the historic elements alive. She had lots of knowledge and enthusiasm for Hobart's history and shared her knowledge generously.
8. Port Arthur and Lavender Farm Active Day Tour
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4.8 based on 18 reviews
Join us on a fun and action packed day out visiting the World-Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site. We stop along the way at the delightful Port Arthur Lavender Farm where you can view the Lavender Fields, distillery or head straight to the gift shop and café for an array of Lavender inspired foods and gifts. Our action-packed day out includes a stunning cliff top walk taking in the highest cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, Richmond Historic Village and a short stop for a chocolate tasting at a local Chocolate Factory. • Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (3 hours) • Explore Port Arthur Lavender Farm • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch • Enjoy stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline” • Sample the local chocolates at Federation Chocolate Factory • Visit historic Richmond Village • Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout
Inclusions: Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee, Guided walking tour of Port Arthur Historic Site, Port Arthur Harbor Cruise, Chocolate and Fudge samples at Port Arthur Lavender, Professional guides & interpretation , Small, friendly groups, Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement, We offer a Hotel pickup from most central city hotels and Hostels.
Exclusions: Food and drinks - There is opportunity to purchase food and drinks at Port Arthur. , No Pickup available from Air BnB's or private residences
Reviewed By K1567AQjosephf
3/5 would probably suggest a pretty average experience but I would have actually given it a lot higher if they had gone through with the Mt Wellington section of the tour that we paid for. Through no fault of their own the roads were closed and had been for days before our tour but we were only informed of it while we were on the bus. We do feel Tours Tasmania misrepresented this and could have called/emailed ahead and given us the option to pull out or reduced fee. Mt Nelson was a poor substitute at best. That being said, our guide David was exceptional and really saved the tour for us. He was friendly, knowledgeable and loved to talk about everything in his city. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and learning from him. Overall, we feel the company did a bit of a bait and switch on us but David did manage to salvage the day to an extent. I'd recommend checking all locations are available before registering a tour with these guys.
9. Historic Port Arthur Day Trip from Hobart Including Cliff-Top Walk to Waterfall Bay
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4.8 based on 72 reviews
Our tours offer guests an active day walking in nature while enjoying the beautiful surrounds and taking in fascinating history . Tour itineraries are fast paced and active designed to fit in as much as possible into the day, including hiking, sightseeing, and many stops along the way. We do offer shorter walking options for our guests wanting an easier day out. Highlights • Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (4 hours) • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk (easy grade 2km) • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch • Enjoy the stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline” • Sample the local chocolates made at Federation Chocolate Factory • Visit historic Richmond Village • Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout
Inclusions: Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee, Guided walking tour of Port Arthur Historic Site, Port Arthur Harbor Cruise, Professional guides & interpretation , Small, friendly groups, Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement, We offer a Hotel pick up from most central city Hotels and Hostels
Exclusions: Food and drinks (please pre-purchase, or there will be an opportunity to purchase on tour), We do not offer pick ups from Air BnB’s and private residences
Reviewed By K1567AQjosephf
3/5 would probably suggest a pretty average experience but I would have actually given it a lot higher if they had gone through with the Mt Wellington section of the tour that we paid for. Through no fault of their own the roads were closed and had been for days before our tour but we were only informed of it while we were on the bus. We do feel Tours Tasmania misrepresented this and could have called/emailed ahead and given us the option to pull out or reduced fee. Mt Nelson was a poor substitute at best. That being said, our guide David was exceptional and really saved the tour for us. He was friendly, knowledgeable and loved to talk about everything in his city. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and learning from him. Overall, we feel the company did a bit of a bait and switch on us but David did manage to salvage the day to an extent. I'd recommend checking all locations are available before registering a tour with these guys.
10. 7-Day Super Value Tour of Tasmania: Explore Tasmania's West and East Coasts
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4.7 based on 12 reviews
If you love the outdoors, you will love our super tour of 7 days packed full of waterfalls, mountains, great walks, dramatic coastlines, lakes and primeval rainforest, You will see everything from the unique rugged mountains and lakes of the west coast and the picturesque beaches of the east coast, plus to top it all off we will show you around local favourite Bruny Island and visit the World Heritage Listed - Port Arthur Historic Site.
Inclusions: National Park Entry Fees, Wildlife Sanctuary entry including Tasmanian devils, Port Arthur Historic Site entry, guided walk and harbour cruise, Bruny Island Ferry fees, Hobart CBD Hotel, Hostel and motel pickups and drop offs. , Expert Guides , Bruny Island produce tastings, 6 nights accommodation
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Ann1943
I recently completed this tour and I could not rate it highly enough. I was unable to hire a car and I signed on for this tour as it ticked many of the boxes in relation to the places I wanted to see. Our tour guides, Tim and Ian were excellent, and I found out so much about the places we visited that I could never have found out travelling my myself- history, geology, zoology - our guides were an amazing source of information. The highlights were the National Parks - Gordon- Franklin, Lake St Clair, Cradle Mountain, Freycinet etc. Tasmania has a unique landscape, and we were given an opportunity to explore it. We had a lovely group of 18 people of mixed ages and nationalities, and that was another highlight for me. I enjoyed the backpacker experience, but if you are looking for five star accommodation this tour is not for you. We bought our own food, but were given the opportunity to buy fresh local oysters, amazing ice creams and Tasmanian baked goods. Even when it rained, our days were full of interest. Thank you particularly to our guides Tim and Ian who made sure that everything ran smoothly. They were always patient, informative and pleasant.
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