Immerse yourself in history at Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed convict site. Explore over 30 historic buildings and ruins with a 2-day pass, including a self-guided audio experience and complimentary site talks and harbour cruise.
Immerse yourself in history at Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed convict site. Explore over 30 historic buildings and ruins with a 2-day pass, including a self-guided audio experience and complimentary site talks and harbour cruise.
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Port Arthur Historic Site - Situated 90 minutes southeast of Hobart, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site vividly showcases Australia’s early convict history.
Spanning 100 acres, the site features gardens and grounds with over 30 historic buildings and ruins to discover.
Entry passes are valid for two consecutive days and…
- Port Arthur Historic Site - Situated 90 minutes southeast of Hobart, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site vividly showcases Australia’s early convict history.
Spanning 100 acres, the site features gardens and grounds with over 30 historic buildings and ruins to discover.
Entry passes are valid for two consecutive days and include a harbor cruise, a self-guided audio tour, and complimentary site talks throughout the day.

- Tours, as selected in options
- Self-guided audio experience
- Map of the site
- Access to the World Heritage Site, gardens, historic buildings, and ruins for 2 consecutive days
- 20-minute harbour cruise
- Talks by expert guides, at iconic buildings, throughout the day
- Tours, as selected in options
- Self-guided audio experience
- Map of the site
- Access to the World Heritage Site, gardens, historic buildings, and ruins for 2 consecutive days
- 20-minute harbour cruise
- Talks by expert guides, at iconic buildings, throughout the day
The Port Arthur Historic Site provides an intriguing insight into Australia’s convict history, highlighting the penal settlement, convict labor, and its significant impact on the nation’s growth and colonial life. Designed as a secondary punishment facility, Port Arthur served as a prison for male convicts who re-offended.
Visitors can choose to enhance…
The Port Arthur Historic Site provides an intriguing insight into Australia’s convict history, highlighting the penal settlement, convict labor, and its significant impact on the nation’s growth and colonial life. Designed as a secondary punishment facility, Port Arthur served as a prison for male convicts who re-offended.
Visitors can choose to enhance their experience with additional tours included in their ticket:
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The 45-minute Essentials Tour is our most accessible guided tour, offering the fundamental history and stories of Port Arthur.
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The 90-minute Premium Tour offers a deeper exploration into the stories behind our iconic buildings and their captivating past on this small group guided walk.
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The 40-minute Isle of the Dead tour allows visitors to disembark from the harbor cruise for a guided walking tour around the final resting place of over 1,000 convicts, soldiers, and free settlers.
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The 60-minute Escapes tour shares tales of the desperate convicts determined to escape.
Visit the official website for more options or special events.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.