Port Arthur Tour: Explore Historic Site and Scenic Ruins

Immerse yourself in history and natural beauty with a full-day guided tour of Port Arthur. Explore the scenic ruins, restored buildings, and take a relaxing cruise to the Isle of the Dead.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Richmond - Journey over the Tasman Bridge into the Coal River Valley, and explore the historic town of Richmond. Take a brief photo opportunity at the renowned convict-built Richmond Bridge.
  • Pirates Bay/Eaglehawk Neck - Continue to the stunning Tasman Peninsula. Marvel at the spectacular views while visiting Pirates Bay Lookout and Tasman…
What's Included
  • Explore Remarkable Caves and Maingon Bay Lookout
  • Visit Historic Richmond for photo opportunities
  • 30-minute Harbour Cruise around Isle of the Dead
  • Admission to Port Arthur Historic Site
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

This comprehensive day tour departing from Hobart is crafted to maximize your exploration time at Port Arthur. Once a convict settlement, Port Arthur is rich in history and now features stunning natural landscapes, picturesque ruins, and restored structures. Enhance your experience by attending one of the complimentary site talks available throughout…

Location
Mona Brooke Ferry Terminal
Franklin Wharf
Brooke St Pier, 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart TAS. Please check-in at the Day Tours desk inside the pier building.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ainslie_c
Mar 7, 2026
Great Experience - Everything was really easy, tickets came through as expected and we had a lovelyvtime. Thanks Viator A Cargill
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Pearce82
Mar 6, 2026
Unique experience - Great tour of an amazing place ! Hassle free with lots of stops etc on the way there and back for photo opportunities. The bus wasn't great - very old, shabby and in desperate need of replacement. No charging or wifi on board
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Yolsnda_p
Mar 5, 2026
Great day filled with... - Great day filled with history, our tour guide Collin was brilliant, very knowledgeable, funny & entertaining . Highly recommended.
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Shane_w
Mar 5, 2026
Thirsty no beer - Phil was great as this was the first bus tour that myself and my wife had done we found it to be a great experience and Phil the driver was great with all the history and information he provided ,got to work on the dad jokes haha
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Louise_l
Mar 3, 2026
Amazing experience - This tour was amazing the tour guide was so informative and very passionate about Tasmania. The tour consisted of a short stop in a small village where the oldest bridge in Australia is and then to port Arthur, so beautiful but also sad and eerie. Had a few ghostly experiences. Then to a boat tour of the islands and bay also the option of the caves too but I didn’t go. Well worth every cent !!!! Highly recommend
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O4893ylchrism
Mar 2, 2026
Port Arthur day trip - Vic has a great sense of humour which made the whole day go smoothly and with a smile on everyone's face. The whole Port Arthur story is so dramatic and, frankly, a bit complicated, but Vic carried the narrative with perfect pitch. The harbour cruise put the whole colony into perspective and gave fabulous views of the buildings and the set up of the various elements of the area. We had a great day with some super viewing stops and, of course, the stop off at the chocolate factory. What's not to like! Thanks Vic for a great day.
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Alana_h
Mar 2, 2026
Excellent Full Day Tour to Port Arthur - It’s a full day of informative information on the bus from our tour guide Phil about Tasmania. Lots of quick stops at some great sites and shops. Lots of time to spend at Port Arthur. A nice cruise out and back was included.
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Mike_j
Mar 2, 2026
Port Arthur - Excellent tour all too short but very worthwhile. Gives a very good idea of life for the unfortunate individuals who got incarcerated here.
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Lisa_k
Mar 1, 2026
Highly recommend - A wonderful tour with our very knowledgeable driver Colin, would highly recommend this tour! We didn’t feel rushed & had plenty of time to explore Port Arthur.
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Catherine_s
Mar 1, 2026
Ensure - Great place I loved it the first time and the work that has been done over the years I like all the stories and history
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From $124
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).