Top Hobart Sightseeing Tours in 2026

We offer the only 2 day Cradle Mountain Trip return from Hobart. Tasmania is known for it's wilderness and remote locations so take the scenic route, get out of the city on our small group tour - max 13 people. See Tasmania's best waterfalls, rainforests and alpine regions. Enjoy amazing hiking in Cradle Mountain National Park, spotting wombats and wildlife along the journey. Stay in comfortable lakeside accommodation. We frequently see Platypus, Wombats, Echidna and wallabys in the wild.

Experience Bruny Island in a truly private and personal way with our small, family-run operation. Having grown up on the island, it’s our second home, and we’re proud to share our deep local knowledge, connections, and passion with our guests. We specialize in small, intimate groups—ranging from 2 to 15 guests—to ensure comfort, ease of access, and meaningful conversations with plenty of personal attention. Guests have the option to add extra activities at an additional cost, such as walks to stunning coastal bluffs or trails exploring the island’s history and local produce. Let us know your interests, and we’ll tailor the experience for your next Tasmanian adventure.

This 2-day tour of charming Hobart and the surrounding area is ideal for travelers who don’t have much time but want to experience the highlights without feeling rushed. Two days are enough for a comprehensive overview, with visits to Salamanca Market (Saturdays only), Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and nearby Bruny Island. Sample wine, shop for local produce, learn about Tasmania’s convict history, and more.

Tasmania rewards those who explore it with a local, on this dedicated Shore Excursion know that you are in safe hands with a guaranteed timely return to the ship at the end of the tour. An expert local guide, comfortable private transport, and a full day built around you. No fixed itinerary, no coach, no compromise. Wildlife enthusiast, food lover, photographer, history buff, or a group chasing something off the beaten track, your guide designs the day around your priorities. Ben Andrews and his team have deep roots in Tasmania and a local network that opens doors most visitors never find. Boutique wineries, distilleries, studio visits, pottery and gin-making workshops, birdwatching in pristine reserves, or the best lunch spots. Regions and experiences include the Huon Valley, Tasman Peninsula, Mt Field National Park, kunanyi/Mt Wellington, MONA, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Coal River Valley, Maria Island, Freycinet, and the far south.

Discover the raw, untamed beauty of Freycinet National Park, where the pink granite peaks of the Hazards rise dramatically above the world‑famous crescent of Wineglass Bay. With the private charter tour, you'll enjoy a seamless, personalised experience—your own dedicated vehicle and driver‑guide, ready to tailor every moment to your mood. Fancy a quiet wander along the secluded shores of Honeymoon Bay? Or a more challenging hike into the bush? The choice is yours. With 4–5 hours to explore the park’s diverse landscapes and spot its native wildlife, you'll have all the time you need to truly immerse yourself in Tasmania’s coastal wilderness. Private door‑to‑door transfers for total convenience Visit iconic sights including Wineglass Bay and Honeymoon Bay Flexible itinerary shaped around your interests with a local driver‑guide 2–3 hours of unhurried discovery—from rugged peaks to wildlife encounters

This Private Shore Tour takes you from Hobart cruise port to the wild beauty of Bruny Island. Discover a perfect mix of nature, wildlife, and local flavors in one unforgettable day. Enjoy an easy walk through a temperate rainforest, relax on quiet beaches, and look out for unique wildlife, including the rare albino wallaby. Visit famous viewpoints like The Neck and Cape Bruny Lighthouse, offering spectacular coastal scenery. The tour also includes stops to taste local specialties such as honey, chocolate, and fresh oysters (at your own expense). A relaxed and scenic island escape.

Explore Hobart and Southern Tasmania on a private tour designed around you. Off The Leash Tours offers personalised experiences for couples, solo travellers, friends and small groups who want to see Tasmania without following a rigid itinerary or sharing the day with strangers. Depending on your interests, your day could include cool-climate wineries in the Coal River Valley, a long lunch featuring local produce, Tasmanian whisky and spirits, historic Richmond, spectacular scenery or some lesser-known local gems. Every tour is relaxed and flexible, with time to actually enjoy each stop rather than rushing through a checklist of attractions. Accommodation pick-up and drop-off makes the day easy from the start. And the travelling between stops is part of the experience. Expect great conversation, local recommendations, plenty of laughs and Off The Leash Tours' signature car-a-oke along the way.

Well you found us. We are delivering a fully customized and private guided service for you and your family and friends. Our minimum numbers are 2 guests and maximum numbers are 10 guests. Traveling in a comfortable 11-seater vehicle with USB ports, cup holders, and air-con. We remain flexible for the duration of the day tour or multi-day Tasmanian experience. Your guide is a local Tasmanian with great industry networks, knowledge, and experience. Contact us direct for group bookings and customised options, These may attract and additional cost. We visit some of Tasmania's favourite locations, with local short cuts, knowledge of the quiet stops, beaches, sweeping natural coastal landscapes, talented local producers and because we deliver small private experiences, we can get exclusive access, local quiet bushwalking opportunities. We passionately deliver to our guests with in-depth encounters, stories and interpretation of our past and significate historical milestones. Join Us.

Make the most of your time in port on this small-group shore excursion by bike. Discover the best of Hobart in just half a day, from Salamanca Place and Battery Point to the Cascade Gardens and Rosny Park Lookout. You'll have free time to explore the elegant Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens before heading back to your cruise ship.

Discover Tasmania Your Way — No Middlemen, No Crowds, Just Pure Tassie Magic. We’ve been showing off Tasmania’s best corners for years, it’s our backyard, and we know every hidden beach, quiet lookout, and top-notch café worth stopping at. Forget being herded around on a big bus with a stranger’s schedule. We run our own fleet, have our own local driver-guides, and we never on-sell your booking to someone else. That means your trip is locked in, looked after, and always in safe hands. Travel in a small, comfy group or build a custom itinerary that’s 100% you. Skip the crowds, pull over whenever something catches your eye, and take the time to actually enjoy Tassie at your own pace. Tasmania, done properly. Enquire today and let’s plan your perfect escape.

Skip the tour-bus queues and do Port Arthur your way — no middlemen, no crowds, just Tasmania's most fascinating history at your own pace. We've been showing travelers around this corner of Tassie for years, so we know the quiet lookouts, the best photo spots and exactly when to arrive to beat the coach crowds. Private means private: your own comfortable vehicle, your own local driver-guide and a day that flexes around you — linger at the ruins, grab a coffee at a hidden bakery or add a detour to Eaglehawk Neck.k We run our own fleet and never on-sell your booking, so the car, the driver and the plan you agree on are exactly what you get. Tasmania, done properly. Enquire today and let's plan your perfect escape.

Mt. Field is one of the Island’s best-loved national parks. Experience iconic Russel Falls and stunning rainforest walks among ancient ferns and towering gumtrees. Visit one of Australia’s best wildlife sanctuaries and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or a fabulous dining experience at the Agrarian Kitchen (open Friday-Sunday).

Explore Port Arthur, founded in 1830 as a penal settlement and timber station for the punishment of convicts on the Tasman Peninsula by private charter service. It is now an open air museum and a well preserved piece of history. Your guide will explain all the stories and history, and after lunch (extra expense) you can visit four natural wonders: Devils Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Blow Hole, ND Tessellated Pavement.

Mount Field National Park is one of Tasmania’s oldest and most diverse national parks. You will visit stunning waterfalls and get to see some of the tallest trees in the southern hemisphere. On the return trip, a stop-over at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary offers a unique view of a Tasmanian wildlife experience.

Experience the best of southern Tasmania in just four days with this curated bundle of day tours. Visit Bruny Island’s wild coastlines and taste local produce, explore Hobart’s markets, mountain views, and colonial villages, step back in time at the historic Port Arthur site, and venture underground and into the treetops at Hastings Caves and Tahune Airwalk. Travel in comfort with passionate local guides, scenic drives, and time to explore each stop. This flexible package features our most-loved day tours and is perfect for travellers wanting to experience Tasmania’s natural beauty, convict heritage, and wildlife—without the hassle of planning. Just pick your start date and we’ll handle the rest. Please note: tours operate independently, and the order may differ from the itinerary listed. Pickup times and locations may also vary by tour. Hobart Highlights operates on Saturdays only.

Mt Wellington is the landmark of Hobart, where is definitely the place in awe. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view that surrounds you is amazing. You can see the whole city of Hobart, the Derwent River and beyond. In Richmond, you can see the oldest convict constructed sandstone bridge still in use in Australia and St. John’s Catholic Church, the oldest Catholic Church in Australia. Then heading to Oyster Farm and Cascade Brewery, you can buy and taste the fresh oyster and Australia beer. On Saturday, Salamanca Market is the best place for both tourists and locals. It is Tasmania's most visited tourist attractions and has won many awards for excellence. The last stop is Australia oldest casino--Wrest Point (Alternative option: Wharf Sightseeing)

Bruny Island is one of Tasmania's most extraordinary places. Ben Andrews has spent a lifetime on Bruny Island. He knows its backroads, its wildlife, its locals, and its hidden corners. Your day begins with a pickup from your Hobart accommodation, heading south along the old coastal road before crossing the D'Entrecasteaux Channel by ferry to Bruny Island. A coastal morning tea of freshly shucked oysters, artisan cheese, local bread, and fresh apples sets the tone for a day. Stops include The Neck - Bruny's iconic lookout with views across Adventure Bay, followed by a relaxed vineyard lunch at the island's only family-run winery. After lunch, choose your afternoon activity: tour the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse (built 1834), explore the Inala Nature Reserve and Gondwanan Jurassic Garden, or visit the Hiba private garden and Bruny Island Chocolate Company. Ben's 4WD access opens up hidden corners that group tours simply cannot reach.

Bruny Island is Tasmania’s premiere island-within-an-island destination. Beautiful walks and sea-cliff lookouts within national parks, it's the perfect getaway experience! In addition to stunning scenery, Bruny Island is a foodies paradise. The island showcases a variety of artisan cheese, oysters, seafood, berries, fudge, wine, whisky, gin, beer and a selection of cafes and restaurants.

The best of Tassie's moments in one easy, unforgettable day: a world-class waterfall walk in the morning, then up close with devils and kangaroos in the afternoon. We plan the day around the sanctuary's feeding times, so that you won't miss a single keeper talk — and we're always happy to linger a little longer with the wombats. Skip the rental-car stress and the big-bus crowds: a private vehicle, a local driver-guide, and a route tailored to you, not to a schedule. We run our own fleet and never on-sell your booking, so what you book is what you get — door to door, at your pace. Tasmania, done properly. Enquire today and let's plan your perfect escape.

Explore the top sites of Tasmania on a comprehensive 3-day tour from Hobart to Launceston. Delve into the convict history of Australia at Port Arthur Historic Site, and see landmarks like Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. Continue to Launceston to discover the gems of Freycinet National Park, including Wineglass Bay. Then head to Cradle Mountain National Park to walk around Dove Lake and admire Cradle Mountain. Stop in towns such as Richmond, Swansea, Sheffield and Orford, and taste fresh produce and seafood from local producers.

This specially designed day tour to Devonport and Sheffield is created with cruise ship passengers in mind, helping you make the most of your time ashore. You can choose from a variety of destinations based on your interests, exploring museums, vibrant murals, charming towns, and scenic landscapes of rolling hills and farmland. This shore excursion provides a convenient and immersive way to experience the region’s unique local culture and picturesque towns.

Discover the charm of Tasmania’s capital with this Hobart Historic City Self-Guided Walk Tour. Stroll from the lively Hobart Waterfront to iconic landmarks like Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, Theatre Royal, Salamanca Market, Battery Point, and Cascade Brewery while uncovering stories of convicts, explorers, sailors, and Antarctic expeditions. Enjoy views of Mount Wellington also known as kunanyi and the River Derwent as you explore historic streets, markets, parks, and hidden corners at your own pace. This Hobart walking tour is perfect for travellers looking for the best things to do in Hobart Tasmania, combining history, culture, scenic views, and local attractions in one engaging self-guided Hobart sightseeing experience.