Top Hobart Shore Excursions

Maximize your time while in port in Hobart and visit five top attractions in one day on this full-day shore excursion. Take in the views from Mt Wellington, browse the stalls at Salamanca Market (Saturday only), and learn about Hobart’s convict history in Richmond. After lunch (own expense), spot kangaroos, koalas, and Tasmanian devils at the Bonorong wildlife Sanctuary (own expense).

Visit some of the top attractions outside of Hobart on this day trip to Mount Wellington, Mount Field National Park, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and the historical town of Richmond.

Book a 1- or 2-day pass on a Hobart hop-on hop-off bus tour for an easy way to explore the city's top attractions at your own pace. Travel by double-decker red bus to 20 stops around the city, where you can hop off whenever you wish to visit the places that interest you. Or opt to stay onboard the bus for the full loop.

Enjoy Hobart from the water on Derwent River cruise. Choose your preferred time of day for your cruise, including lunch and dinner options, and then glide through the city to admire the harbor and waterfront attractions such as the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Tasman Bridge, Government House, Montagu Bay, and Rose Bay.

Explore Bruny Island on this full-day trip from Hobart. Travel by ferry to the island, look out for seals and penguins as you sail. On the island, admire natural sights like The Neck and Truganini Lookout, and take leisurely walks to look for wallabies and other local wildlife. Discover the island’s food scene with tastings of cheese, chocolate and oysters, plus a lunch of local produce. An exclusive group tour of the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse completes your experience.

Discover the scenic coastline, beaches, national parks, flora, and fauna of Bruny Island on this full-day tour from Hobart. Travel via ferry to the island (tickets included), and walk through the temperate rain forest, stop at a viewing platform at the Neck, and sample locally made products.

See the best of the UNESCO-listed Maria Island and its surrounding scenic isles on comprehensive tour complete with a sightseeing cruise, a tour of the Darlington Convict Settlement, and more. This tour also includes live commentary to make the most of your sightseeing experience. You will have the opportunity to bring your own or purchase your lunch or alcoholic drinks onboard.

Discover Tasmania's award-winning wines on this all-day guided tour with a local wine expert. Although still relatively small, Tasmania's wine production has grown greatly in recent decades. Visit two of the three wine regions surrounding Hobart—Derwent Valley, Coal River Valley, and Huon Valley—with a minimum of four cellar door stops.

A great way to maximize your time onshore in Tasmania, this fun-filled group trip includes a sightseeing tour around Hobart and Richmond, a trip up a mountain (by vehicle), and a visit to the oldest brewery in Australia. You’ll also swing by a wildlife sanctuary and have the chance to try local delicacies (at own cost). Perfect for cruise ship shore excursions, the tour starts and ends at Tasports in Hobart, although pickup from other destinations can be requested.

Explore Tasmania’s history and natural beauty with a small group on a full-day tour Hobart. Learn about Australia’s convict history during your visit to Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You also stop at scenic locales in Tasman National Park such as Remarkable Cave, Devils Kitchen, Tasman Arch and Blowhole. Travel with a group limited to 11 people, which ensures a more personalized experience.

Bruny Island lies just south of Hobart in the Tasman Sea and is renowned for its rugged coastal scenery, native wildlife, and delicious regional foods. On this shore excursion, travel to Bruny Island by minivan and ferry, and take in the highlights with a local guide. Cool off with a swim in a lagoon, spot wildlife like the rare albino wallaby, and enjoy a guided hike through the rainforest.

Get to know the charming Australian city of Hobart in just half a day with this private tour. Visit a range of key sights, including Salamanca and Battery Point, vibrant local markets, the historic boulevards of the city and much more. As you walk, learn about the fascinating indigenous and colonial history of the city from your local guide.

Mt Wellington is the landmark of Hobart, where is definitely the place in awe. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view that surrounds you is amazing. You can see the whole city of Hobart, the Derwent River and beyond. In Richmond, you can see the oldest convict constructed sandstone bridge still in use in Australia and St. John’s Catholic Church, the oldest Catholic Church in Australia. Then heading to Oyster Farm and Cascade Brewery, you can buy and taste the fresh oyster and Australia beer. On Saturday, Salamanca Market is the best place for both tourists and locals. It is Tasmania's most visited tourist attractions and has won many awards for excellence. The last stop is Australia oldest casino--Wrest Point (Alternative option: Wharf Sightseeing)

This is an all inclusive private Bruny Island experience. We are a small private family run operation. Bruny Island is our second home, we have grown up on Island and have a deep history and great network of friends and local providers. We are passionate to share and introduce our backyard to guests and believe its a privilege to offer small private experiences. We are allow of guest needs and provide a sensitive balance to our day on Bruny Island. With all things native, wilderness landscapes, local produce and our deep history. Optional walks to spectacular coastal bluff are available or follow a different trail of history and produce. Please mention interests and we will provide the balance in your next Tasmanian adventure.

Ride a mountain bike down the foothills of Mount Wellington in Hobart. Experience the beauty of the Tasmanian bush and see some local wildlife. Partake in a unique Hobart mountain biking beer-drinking tradition.

Explore Port Arthur, founded in 1830 as a penal settlement and timber station for the punishment of convicts on the Tasman Peninsula by private charter service. It is now an open air museum and a well preserved piece of history. Your guide will explain all the stories and history, and after lunch (extra expense) you can visit four natural wonders: Devils Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Blow Hole, ND Tessellated Pavement.

Enjoy a private chartered boat ride to Wineglass Bay, a world-famous beach in Tasmania. Enjoy morning tea at a berry farm before heading out to a lodge for lunch with a seaview. Take a short hike to Wineglass Bay lookout to take in the scenery. You will also have the chance to visit Freycinet Marine Farm for seafood.

Explore the Tasman Peninsula Sample delicious chocolates at Federation Chocolate Have lunch at Port Arthur Lavender Farm Enjoy wine tasting at Bangor Wine and Oyster Shed

Mt. Field is one of the Island’s best-loved national parks. Experience iconic Russel Falls and stunning rainforest walks among ancient ferns and towering gumtrees. Visit one of Australia’s best wildlife sanctuaries and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or a fabulous dining experience at the Agrarian Kitchen (open Friday-Sunday).

Explore Hobart or the state of Tasmania on your own terms with this vehicle charter service. Select the vehicle that best suits you from a range of options and then head out and explore. A driver is included meaning you can sit back and relax while you are driven to where you want to go. Fuel is included in the price, and bottled water is provided for passengers.

Make the most of your time in port on this small-group shore excursion by bike. Discover the best of Hobart in just half a day, from Salamanca Place and Battery Point to the Cascade Gardens and Rosny Park Lookout. You'll have free time to explore the elegant Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens before heading back to your cruise ship.

Because we are a small private operator we feel its a privilege to share our state with guests. This allows us to explore behind the scenes, in small numbers with depth of story and experiences. This tour allows guests to experience some of the small boutique producers in the Channel region along the Derwent river and the Huon Valley,30 minutes south of Hobart. Where fresh orchard fruits are plenty, along with creative locals producing cheese, wine, spirits and artist studios can be discovered. We also offer exclusive private experiences with the producers, allowing guests to be one on one with artists, distillers, wine makers and captains of old wooden boats. We set the scene for indepth of experiences to create great memories of your visit in Tasmania.

Mount Field National Park is one of Tasmania’s oldest and most diverse national parks. You will visit stunning waterfalls and get to see some of the tallest trees in the southern hemisphere. On the return trip, a stop-over at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary offers a unique view of a Tasmanian wildlife experience.

This small private multi-day walking experience, allows guests to gain great insight and depth of experience, into their chosen landscape and locations. Choose from 4 locations and amount of days that suits your group. The opportunity for the itinerary to remain flexible is attractive for some groups. While our fitness levels and tasting preferences are different and always changing. Be assured that all guests will achieve a sensational sense of adventure and reward for their one, two, three or four days of exploring with us. Lunches are included, and your afternoon tastings are included as well. Having guests select their own Hobart accommodation, allows for the perfect comfort, convenience and centrally located for our multi-day experience. Finally, we are a small private local operator, who has a great guest focus, bringing many years of knowledge and experience. We are proud and passionate to share and explore with you.