HOBART
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The 10 Historical Tours that travellers rate highest from Hobart. Who runs each one, how long it takes, and what you pay before you book.
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise from Hobart: live captain commentary, scenic north or south routes, and optional lunch or dinner.
“Lovely day out in the harbour. We had the fish and chips which was cooked to perfection, the cruise was very informative and the captain was very passionate about his comentry. Very enjoyable”
A Hobart day tour combining a 3-hour Tasman National Park eco-cruise with Port Arthur’s UNESCO convict history, with lunch and transfers.
“We had an amazing day on the Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart. The views were stunning, the cruise was exciting, and Port Arthur was full of history. What really made the day special was our driveRead more”
Guided Hobart day trip with a 3-hour Tasman Peninsula wilderness cruise, wildlife spotting, morning tea, lunch, and a Port Arthur Historic Site visit.
“It was informative without being boring 🤗🤗 Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm I’m”
90-minute Hobart historic lunch cruise with live captain commentary, Tasman Bridge views, and a one-course meal onboard for $46.
“The food and the commentary from the captain … excellent highly recommend”
Hobart history on a 2-hour walk—Hunter Street, parks, waterfront and Salamanca Place with a small-group local guide.
“Local expert knowledge, Lisa was great, great to support her business too, she knows her Tasmanian history, keep it going.”
Full-day Port Arthur Historic Site trip from Hobart with early pickup, UNESCO admission, an intro walk, and a 25-minute harbor cruise.
“Terrific experience, lots of information, lots of walking! Plenty of toilets around the property & food/ drink refreshments with terrific selection! Cool souvenir shop too. Make sure you semi fit or have a scooter, I did see golf carts around, not sure how they work, though I’m glad I went, it was wayyyy too long,…”
Salamanca Walk History Tour in Hobart: small-group convict and settlement stories between Salamanca and Battery Point, with photos and local tips.
“Interesting and informative history. Not a difficult walk. Lots of stories. Very enjoyable. Would recommend.”
A 90-minute small-group walk through Hobart’s colonial and convict past, with great stories, photo stops, and an easy finish at Salamanca Place.
“We had a lovely tour group. So much so we went to the pub and had a drink upon completion and then went on with one of the other couples onto another venue. Our tour guide was lovely, Dave. Passionate about the subject and really pRead more”
Take a 1-hour guided Historic Tour at Cascade in South Hobart for $27, with outside-only brewery stories, small group size, and family-friendly pacing.
“Very friendly and informative staff. Had a great time . Highly recommend the tour to others visiting Hobart”
A 2-hour guided Battery Point walking tour in Hobart with live commentary, Parliament House and Arthur Circus stops, ending at Salamanca Place.
“Fun day - Lisa was very knowledgeable, friendly & professional. Lisa was on time & answered all our questions.”
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