Hobart Tours, Tickets & Excursions

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, visit the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, stop at a viewing platform at the Neck, and sample locally made products.

Experience the Tasman Peninsula by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour cruise along the coast of Tasman National Park. Gaze up at towering sea cliffs, look for wildlife like falcons and seals, and learn about the peninsula’s ecosystem. Then visit the World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site for an in-depth look at Australia’s penal history at this former convict colony. Lunch is included.

Take the day to fully explore Port Arthur with a guided tour of all the history of this former convict site, followed by a cruise. You’ll see the ruins and restored buildings, and the surrounding natural beauty of the Tasman National Park on this day out. When finished exploring the port, you can hop aboard your vessel, and sit back and relax as you make your way to visit the Isle of the Dead.

Discover the gourmet delights of Bruny Island during an all-inclusive tour full-day food tour with a knowledgeable guide who takes you to meet the local producers. You can expect enough food and drink to satisfy a hearty appetite, enjoying seven courses that include oysters, award winning cheeses, local honey, mead and chocolates. Soak in the island’s breathtaking scenery during visits to the Bruny Island Neck, historic Two Tree Point in Adventure Bay, white-sand beaches and nature reserves where rare white wallabies live.

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.

Admire Bruny Island by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour eco-cruise around the island. You’ll have the chance to see remote beaches, rugged coastlines and native wildlife like dolphins and fur seals as you cruise past steep cliffs and deep sea caves. Ferry transport to the island is included, plus morning tea and lunch on the island.

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.

Take a Hobart sightseeing cruise to admire coastal scenery and learn about the maritime history of Tasmania’s capital city. As you travel along the River Derwent to Betsey Island and Iron Pot Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Australia, you’ll enjoy sights like Hope Beach, Mt Wellington and Shot Tower. Listen to stories from your guide about life on the sea, from shipwrecks to settlers, on this small-group tour limited to 12 people. 

The 4,170-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt Wellington is Hobart’s most famous landmark and lies just west of the city. This Explorer Bus ticket offers hassle-free transfers between Hobart and the mountain summit—a 30-minute journey each way. Your ticket is valid all day and there are several different departure times, so you can hop off to hike the mountain trails and spend as long as you like admiring the views from the summit.

Visit historic Port Arthur the easy way with direct shuttle service from Hobart to the former penal colony. Avoid the hassle of a rental car or parking, and travel to the UNESCO-listed site by comfortable coach. Once there, you’ll have 4 hours to explore the storied prison camp and surrounds independently, or join a guided tour if you wish.

Visit Wineglass Bay and other Tasmanian landmarks with a full-day small-group tour from Hobart. See seaside towns, historic sites, and coastal views as you travel to Freycinet National Park where you take an easy walk to the Wineglass Bay lookout, and view wildlife, beaches, and coves. Along the way, you can also sample fresh seafood, and try homemade jams and desserts at a local berry farm.

This tour takes you through Port Arthur with several stops along the way, then on to the Isle of the Dead, where you’ll continue the tour. Suitable for the entire family, this walking tour will have stops at the Richmond Bridge, and then onto the Tasman Peninsula with views of Pirates Bay Lookout. You’ll learn about the convicts at Port Arthur, then take a cruise on Carnarvon Bay and a walking tour of the Isle of the Dead.

Combine two sightseeing tours in one day. Gain easy access to Hobart via a Mt. Wellington (Kunanyi) explorer bus and a hop-on hop-off city loop by open-top, double-decker bus. First, a 2-hour return trip includes 20 minutes at the summit, with views over Tasmania and a range of walking tracks to explore. Then enjoy a 90-minute narrated tour with 20 convenient stops around the city. Guides and maps included.

This day adventure takes you deep into the south of Tasmania so you can explore the highlights of this stunning region. We drive through the historic riverside village of Franklin which still honours the traditional craft of building wooden boats. Then it's time to head to the Far South: HASTINGS CAVES & THERMAL SPRINGS (cost included) Step into the largest dolomite cave that is open to visitors in Australia. See spectacular stalactites, columns, shawls and stalagmites. Then warm up in a thermal-spring pool. TAHUNE ADVENTURES (cost included) Walk in the treetops on the Tahune airwalk, cross a swinging bridge, see Huon pines and relish the views of the surrounding forest on this two-hour forest adventure. LUNCH AT THE KERMANDIE HOTEL (cost excluded) Enjoy a delicious lunch with a view (October to April). Built in 1932, the Kermandie Hotel remains the heart of Port Huon, offering charming, comfortable accommodation, great food, a fully restored bar and its own marina.

Explore Richmond village and meet the Tasmanian Devil when you join this popular tour for a wonderful afternoon of history and wildlife.

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.

This mountain bike tour is an adventurous, exhilarating and educational way to experience Hobart's Mt. Wellington/kunanyi. The trails you'll be riding are relatively easy, basic bike handling skills are all that's necessary. It's a gentle descent all the way, so only a basic fitness level is required. For most of the ride, you'll simply be cruising along, taking in the beautiful mountain scenery. Along the way, you'll pass giant ferns, towering eucalyps, bubbling springs, waterfalls, and historic structures. The Pipeline Track follows the water pipeline that was built in the mid-1800s. Along the track, there are interpretation boards telling the story of the pipeline and life on Mt. Wellington. During your time in the minibus, the driver will share local knowledge and maybe a few historical facts. Tasmanian Mountain Bike Adventures is one of the leading mountain bike tour operators in the state, so you can trust us to provide quality bikes, rider information, and advice.

Experience Hobart from the water on a 3-hour sailing tour by ocean-racing yacht. As you glide along the River Derwent, admire the city’s coastal scenery, look for wildlife and help the crew with tasks like trimming the sails or grinding the winch. Or, simply relax and enjoy the fresh air. Gourmet snacks will be served while you listen to tales about sailing on the high seas.

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.

See Tasmania's most wild and wonderful attractions on this 5-day tour that loops around the island, from the waterfall-studded rain forests and sand dunes of the West Coast to the alpine lakes and parks of the East Coast. Trek through the Tarkine Rainforest, explore Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, see Tasmanian devils and swim in the Bay of Fires. Other optional activities include a Gordon River Cruise and viewing of the famous little penguin parade. This budget-friendly tour includes overnight accommodation in a hostel dormitory and all transport.

Soak up the beauty of Hobart from the summit of Mount Wellington on this morning tour. Enjoy panoramic views out towards Hobart and the Derwent River. Our specially designed kunanyi/Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience will provide you with the best possible experience on the Mountain. On a clear day the views are stunning. In winter perhaps you will be playing in the snow. On this fully escorted tour we pass through various eco systems and experience an alpine environment. Join our exclusive escorted tour of the Observatory, the exhibition Gardens and the enjoy the opportunity to take in the views from the Western Wilderness viewing deck to see one of the last true wilderness areas on the planet. On the descent from the mountain, we have brief stop at the Cascade Gardens and view the remains of the Female Convict prison - The Female Factory.

Let someone else take care of driving on this full-day tour of southern Tasmanian wineries from Hobart. Visit five wineries for vineyard tours and tastings, with opportunities for meeting winemakers and exploring barrel rooms. Depending on the time of year, you may also be able to sample wine directly from maturing tanks or barrels.

Enjoy an active full-day tour from Hobart that includes views of the natural world from up high and down low. Start with a walk through the treetops at the Tahune Airwalk — a suspended walkway that reaches heights of up to 131 feet (40 meters). Gaze across the forest canopy and Huon River, or opt for an easier walk on the ground. Continue to Hastings Cave Reserve where you take a guided cave tour that goes into amazing caverns deep underground, then take a dip in the natural hot springs.