Top Hobart City Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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’ll take an easy walk to the Wineglass Bay lookout, and view wildlife, beaches, and coves. Refuel with fresh local seafood, wood-fired pizza, and local Tasmanian wine (own cost). Learn more about this beautiful area from your guide.

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.

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.

Uncover Tasmania’s torrid history and delve deeper into the origins of the colony on this fascinating walking tour around Salamanca and Battery Point. A great way to bring the stories of the past to life, your guide has plenty of photos and drawings that will help you step into the shoes of the people who once lived here. You’ll also learn about how things have changed over the years and discover new attractions and local recommendations.

This active, fast-paced tour is ideal for travelers who want to see and do a lot in a single day. There’s something for everyone on this tour, as long as you’re prepared to work those feet. Learn about Tasmanian history at the Port Arthur Historic Site, watch Tasmanian Devils feeding, hike along cliff-tops and to spectacular lookouts, walk across Australia’s oldest bridge still in use in the historical town of Richmond and much more. Ideal if you're short on time.

Visit four wineries for vineyard tours and tastings, with opportunities for meeting winemakers and exploring barrel rooms. Expect a fun day packed full of wine tasting, tours, conversations and a delicious Tasmanian Cheese Platter.

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.

See the top attractions of the Tasman Peninsula on a full-day tour from Hobart. Take in towering sea cliffs, rock formations including Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen, and more as you explore the natural wonders along the coast. Next, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, an infamous 19th-century penal colony with a fascinating history. Finally, stroll through the pretty streets of Richmond Village before returning to Hobart.

Hobart’s history is full of colonial conquests and convict stories, and what better way to discover it than a walking tour? Follow your guide on a 90-minute route around Hobart, stopping to admire city landmarks and heritage buildings. Along the way, learn about the key characters and events that helped shape Hobart into the city it is today, and enjoy plenty of great photo opportunities.

Discover the secrets of the old taverns, brothels and pubs of old Hobart during a 1.5-hour walking tour. Your guide shares entertaining stories of the smugglers, convicts and other characters that were involved in shaping the city's history and legends.

Take in the highlights of central Hobart on a 2-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Stroll along Hunter Street and the Hobart waterfront, view Salamanca Place, and walk through a city park as you hear about the colonial roots of the capital of Tasmania, and see heritage buildings with Victorian and Georgian architecture. Enjoy a more intimate perspective on the city during this small-group tour that has a maximum group size of eight people.

See two popular tourist attractions near Hobart in one day with this combined sightseeing tour. Travel from the Hobart waterfront up to the mountain summit of kunanyi / Mt. Wellington to appreciate its sweeping views of Hobart and the River Derwent. Next, travel across the city to the historic town of Richmond, home to the oldest bridge in Australia, for some sightseeing. Admission to the Richmond Gaol and Old Hobart Town Model Village are not included.

Discover the past and modern-day highlights of Hobart on a 3-hour tour that combines a city history tour with a look around Salamanca and Battery Point.

Discover the charms of the historic Battery Point neighborhood in Hobart on a 2-hour walking tour. Proceed at a leisurely pace through the elegant district, which contains some of the oldest homes in Tasmania. View a variety of architectural styles in homes that range from colonial estates to quaint cottages for workers, and hear from the guide about historical figures who shaped the development of Hobart and Tasmania.

With a dynamic restaurant scene, a wealth of natural attractions and daring art, Hobart is a small city with big ideas. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this amazing city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. This breathtaking audio guided tour of the distinctive city of Hobart in Tasmania will take you on a beautiful walk where you will see sights such as historic Anglesea Barracks and the stunning Franklin Square. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Explore Hobart's urban center, visiting places away from the beaten track and discover the city’s hidden secrets with your local guide. Stroll through laneways and arcades passing quirky shops, street art, historic signs and interesting architecture. See sites and hear stories only the locals know.

Explore Tasmania's wilderness and shoreline. Escape into the island's hidden gems and visit its highlights. Enjoy a city tour of Hobart, Tasmania's historic capital city. Next, visit Port Arthur, a 19th-century penal settlement and open-air museum, before savoring a wine tour. Venture into the wilderness with a visit to Cradle Mountain, Tasmania's most recognizable peak. Finally, arrive in Launceston, a riverside city with a famous gorge.