Port Arthur Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Port Arthur in 2026?

Tickets to visit Port Arthur start from AU$53 for adults, AU$41 for seniors and students, and AU$26 for kids 7–17. Family passes for two adults and up to six children cost AU$127. Tickets and passes are valid for two days. Special experiences, such as the Ghost Tour, cost extra.

Q: Which is the best Port Arthur tour?

Determining the best Port Arthur tour depends on your preferences. Some popular options include guided tours with knowledgeable guides, ghost tours for a spookier experience, and self-guided tours for more flexibility. Consider what interests you the most, whether it's history, storytelling, or exploring at your own pace.

Q: How much time is needed at Port Arthur?

Port Arthur entry tickets are valid for two consecutive days; the minimum recommended time to visit is about four hours. You'll want to explore the historical site, including the main penitentiary and separate prison, and see the area's natural beauty and exhibitions. Let your interests and available time guide you.

Q: How do I spend a day in Port Arthur?

To make the most of a day in Port Arthur and its 30-plus attractions, explore the ruins, visit the separate prison, and enjoy scenic walks. Round out the experience with a harbor cruise, a visit to the Port Arthur Gallery, and a relaxing meal at one of the on-site restaurants.

Q: What days is Port Arthur open?

Port Arthur Historic Site in Tasmania, Australia, is open daily from morning to early evening, except for Christmas Day. These dates, plus the 2-day entry ticket, allow travelers the flexibility to plan their visit according to their schedule and preferences.

Q: Why is Port Arthur so famous?

Port Arthur is renowned for its historical significance as a former convict settlement in Tasmania, Australia. Its notoriety lies in its haunting past, a time when convicts endured harsh conditions. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors with preserved ruins, stories of hardship, and picturesque surroundings.

Q: What are the best attractions in and around Hobart other than Port Arthur?

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With a 2-day pass for Tasmania’s Port Arthur Historic Site, you can explore this former convict colony, located on the Tasman Peninsula and part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Australian Convict Sites, with the flexibility and time to make the most of your visit. Included are a self-guided audio tour, daily site talks, access to the 30-plus ruins and historical buildings, a cruise on the harbor, and a visitor guide with a map. Follow the Convict Water Supply Trail, learn what life was like as a prisoner, and see where officers lived.

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Port Arthur Historic Site [official]

3 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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(319)

from $38

Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

Take the day to fully explore Port Arthur with a guided tour of all the history of this former convict site, followed by a cruise. You’ll see the ruins and restored buildings, and the surrounding natural beauty of the Tasman National Park on this day out. When finished exploring the historic site, you can hop aboard your vessel, and sit back and relax as you enjoy a short cruise in the Port Arthur Harbour.

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Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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(655)

from $128

90 minute Cape Raoul Cruise and Port Arthur Historic Site entry

Explore the spectacular coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, the Tasman National Park is a coastal wonderland. Here the waters of the Tasman Sea collide with the towering ancient cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, creating dramatic caves and arches, ending spectacularly at Cape Raoul, its dolerite columns like steps down into the ocean waters. The 90 minute wilderness cruise goes beyond the Port Arthur Historic Site to take in the cliffs, caves, arches and white sand beaches of the Tasman Peninsula to Cape Raoul. Cruise past significant historical sites like Point Puer and Isle of the Dead before marvelling at the gorgeous white sands of Safety Cove, and the tall dunes of Crescent Bay. Mt Brown provides a stunning backdrop as we cruise to Cape Raoul. Keep an eye out for the cheeky Australia fur seals that lounge at the base of the Cape Raoul. Your ticket includes entry to the Port Arthur Historic Site.

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90 minute Cape Raoul Cruise and Port Arthur Historic Site entry

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(14)

from $135

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

Get out of Hobart for the day without the hassle of driving yourself on a full-day tour to Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula. Stop at many scenic lookouts along the way. Explore the storied prison camp of UNESCO-listed Port Arthur (tickets cost extra) and enjoy a harbor cruise. Stay for a full four hours or reboard the bus after three to visit the nearby Remarkable Cave before returning to Hobart.

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Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $36

Cruise Ship - Port Arthur Shore Excursion - Hobart

We will pick you up from your cruise ship which is docked in Macquarie Wharf Hobart at 9.00am and have you back by 3.30pm (Time will vary depending on ship arrival and departure times). We will drive one & half hours to historic Port Arthur site enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way where you will have up to 2.5 hours to explore with our guide. Upon leaving Port Arthur Historic Site and time permitting we will stop at the Lavender Farm & Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. There will be a lunch stop at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe, but costs are excluded from this tour. We will drop you back to your cruise ship in Macquarie Wharf in Hobart.

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Cruise Ship - Port Arthur Shore Excursion - Hobart

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $170

Full-Day Port Arthur Historic Site Tour and Admission Ticket

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $86

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Shore Excursion - Port Arthur - Tasman Peninsula

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $71

Grand Port Arthur with guided Isle of the Dead tour

This tour takes you through Port Arthur with several stops along the way, then on to the Isle of the Dead, where you’ll continue the tour. Suitable for the entire family, this walking tour will have stops at the Richmond Bridge, and then onto the Tasman Peninsula with views of Pirates Bay Lookout. You’ll learn about the convicts at Port Arthur, then take a cruise on Carnarvon Bay and a walking tour of the Isle of the Dead.

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Grand Port Arthur with guided Isle of the Dead tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(99)

from $143

Explore the Spectacular Coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, Tasman National Park is a coastal wonderland. Here the waters of the Southern Ocean collide with the towering ancient cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula, creating dramatic caves and arches, ending spectacularly at Cape Raoul, its dolerite columns like steps down into the ocean waters. The 90-minute wilderness cruise goes beyond the Port Arthur Historic Site to take in the cliffs, caves, arches and white sand beaches of the Tasman Peninsula to Cape Raoul. Keep an eye out for the cheeky Australian and long nose fur seals that lounge at the base of the dolerite columnar cliffs of Cape Raoul. Look up to witness the sheer magnitude of these 170-million-year-old cliffs, rising from the oceans edge to touch the sky. Your Cape Raoul Cruises Day Tour also includes return bus transport from Hobart and entry to Port Arthur Historic Site.

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Cape Raoul Cruises Day Tour from Hobart

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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(5)

from $185

Port Arthur, Lavender, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula

Enjoy several of the Hobart area's highlights in one easy day on this tour. History enthusiasts will love visiting historic UNESCO-listed Port Arthur and Richmond village. Also spend time at a lavender farm with a distillery and cafe for some inspired food and drink, and enjoy beautiful coastal views from a cliff top walkway. This full-day tour will appeal to travelers with a range of interests.

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Port Arthur, Lavender, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(66)

from $125

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Experience the Tasman Peninsula by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a cruise along the coast of Tasman National Park. Gaze up at towering sea cliffs, look for wildlife like falcons and seals, and learn about the peninsula’s ecosystem. Then visit the UNESCO–listed Port Arthur Historic Site for an in-depth look at Australia’s penal history at this former penal colony.

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Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $246

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Port Arthur Historic Site on Saturday including Salamanca Market

Maximize your Saturday with this full-day tour from Hobart, which is designed to allow as much time as possible at Port Arthur without missing out on the famous Salamanca Market. Spend the morning browsing the stalls and shopping for arts, crafts, and fresh produce at Salamanca Market then head to Port Arthur Historic Site for a tour of the former convict site. You'll round out your day with a stop in Tasman National Park before heading back to Hobart.

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Port Arthur Historic Site on Saturday including Salamanca Market

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(30)

from $128

3 day Tasmanian highlights tour – Hobart, Port Arthur and Bruny Island

Save time on your trip to Tasmania by discovering three of its highlight destinations in just three days on this comprehensive group tour. Start with a tour around Hobart to see the state capital’s highlights, including Mt. Wellington. Next, take a day trip down to Bruny Island for a day of beaches and wildlife, before finishing the final day with historic Port Arthur and other scenic spots around it.

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3 day Tasmanian highlights tour – Hobart, Port Arthur and Bruny Island

3 daysFree Cancellation

4.8

(46)

from $335

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2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

2 daysFree Cancellation

4.8

(20)

from $221

BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain

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.

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BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain

3 days

4.6

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from $396

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Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula Active Day Tour

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.

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Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula Active Day Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(163)

from $121

Sample the best of Tasmania in one week’s time on a small-group 6-day tour that covers many of Tasmania’s premier attractions. Travel round-trip from Hobart to destinations including Port Arthur, Bicheno, Launceston, Cradle Mountain, and Queenstown. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, places of historical interest, and a variety of spectacular wilderness areas, with opportunities to taste specialty foods along the way.

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Tasmania 8 Day - Tour in Circle

8 days

4.9

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from $2,776

Price varies by group size

Port Arthur Deep History Tour｜Guided by a Convict Descendant

Explore Tasmania’s convict history and natural beauty on this tour led by a guide with 17 convict ancestors—a perspective you won't find anywhere else. Dive into the stories of "Van Dieman's Land" as you explore an early convict settlement, the natural prison of Pirates Bay, and the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site. You stop at scenic locales, including Devil's Kitchen, Tasman Arch, the Blowhole, and a lavender farm.

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Port Arthur Deep History Tour｜Guided by a Convict Descendant

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

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from $135

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10 Days Ultimate Guided Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Tour

Ten days in Tasmania enables us to explore more of Tasmania's wild places. We discover our famous national parks such as Cradle Mountain and Freycinet, but we also get to explore amazing natural landscapes like the Tarkine in North West Tasmania that are off the beaten track. This tour finds a great balance between traveling around the state and exploring on foot with some easy-to-moderate walking options. This tour is motel-based only and includes many meals and great activities like the Gordon River Cruise and Port Arthur Historic Site. A visit to Bonorong wildlife sanctuary to see Tasmanian devils and other wildlife is also a highlight of this tour. Our company is eco-certified through Ecotourism Australia, so travelers wanting to make a responsible travel choice can take comfort in knowing they are with an experienced local tour operator who prioritizes sustainability. Wild places, Wildlife and Wild Fun are our travel themes and this tour is no exception!

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10 Days Ultimate Guided Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Tour

10 days

5.0

(35)

from $2,457

Port Arthur Day Tour Private Charter Service ( 3 days in advance）

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.

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Port Arthur Day Tour Private Charter Service ( 3 days in advance）

from $1,140

The island of Tasmania boasts some of Australia’s most beautiful scenery and unique experiences. On this 6-day excursion, you and your small group explore the southern part of the island in search of cultural landmarks, stunning natural sights, and delectable local treats. See the Port Arthur historic site, take a city tour of Hobart, explore the Central Highlands and Derwent Valley, and visit the critically-acclaimed Museum of Old and New Art.

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Tasmania 6 Day East Coast Tour

6 daysFree Cancellation

5.0

(23)

from $1,778

Price varies by group size

BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart - 3 Day Active Adventure

Cover the three top highlights of Tasmania on a 3-day tour that visits Cradle Mountain, Freycinet National Park and Port Arthur. Arrange for your own accommodation in Launceston and Hobart, and leave the rest to the pros. Enjoy walking around Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake, then spend a day in Freycinet National Park to see Wineglass Bay and other landmarks. From Hobart, head to the Port Arthur Historic Site for a guided walking tour and harbor cruise, and see the historic town of Richmond.

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BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart - 3 Day Active Adventure

3 days

4.6

(29)

from $396

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6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style

Discover Tasmania in 6 amazing days. We'll begin at Hobart's famous Salamanca Markets then take you to the wilderness of the West Coast, Cradle Mountain, the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park on the East Coast, and the stunning Tasman Peninsula. Highlight activities include seeing Tasmanian devils at a wildlife sanctuary and the Gordon River Cruise. Wildlife encounters, Tasmania's wild places, and sharing stories about our island's history are essential parts of our tours. This tour offers comfortable motel accommodation for a maximum of 20 guests. There are opportunities for short walks each day, i.e. around Port Arthur Historic Site, walk up to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, around Dove Lake, etc. Our company is eco-certified through Ecotourism Australia. We are a local Tasmanian tour operator with nearly 30 years of experience. Our team is based in Hobart, and our guides are professional, knowledgeable and caring Tasmanians whose passions shine through.

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6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style

6 days

4.9

(17)

from $1,739

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7-Day Super Value Tour of Tasmania: Explore Tasmania's West and East Coasts

Explore Tasmania’s stunning east and west coasts on this 7-day tour, featuring breathtaking natural landscapes, wildlife encounters, and historic sites. Highlights include Cradle Mountain, Freycinet National Park, the Bay of Fires, and the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, with activities like short hikes, wildlife sanctuary visits, and scenic lookouts. Accommodation includes stays at Strahan Holiday Retreat, Bayside Hotel, and Allurity Hotel, ensuring a comfortable and seamless Tasmanian adventure.

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7-Day Super Value Tour of Tasmania: Explore Tasmania's West and East Coasts

7 days

4.8

(85)

from $1,197

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Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

Althea_M, May 2026

This is my first tour in...

This is my first tour in Hobart and I can say, it is incredible. Of course, as a solo traveller, safety is a must and so far they always make sure all of us are taken care of. The guide give us a lot of time to enjoy every stop , especially the port arthur tour. Very friendly staff as well and theres nothing more I could ask for. I highly recommend this tour.

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart

LAURA_G, May 2026

Stunning views!

The rugged shoreline of Port Arthur is absolutely stunning! The entire staff was friendly and professional, from the receptionist at check-in to the driver to the boat captain - all superb. The travel van was clean and comfortable and our boat driver passed by the cliffs from both directions and circled around so that everyone in the boat could get a fantastic views. My only recommendation would be to have a Guide at the Port Arthur Penitentiary to give us a live guided tour.

Port Arthur Historic Site on Saturday including Salamanca Market

Tiadours_I, Jun 2026

Truly historical place

Second time visiting Port Arthur and it was amazing just like first time. The place is amazing. Perfect

Full-Day Port Arthur Historic Site Tour and Admission Ticket

Kathryn_E, May 2026

Tour too long.

The day was very, very long. Started at 7:45am, finished at 6:45pm. This tour catered mainly for people who wanted to hike in Tasman National Park, as Port Arthur is a drop off and pick up point. We spent 5 hours walking around the site and going on a brief harbour cruise, we then had to sit and wait 1 and a half hours till 4:30 for the bus. For people like myself, who only want to visit Port Arthur this tour probably isn’t for you.

Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise

Lei_H, Apr 2026

Delightful Port Arthur

This tour was a delightful and informative experience, largely thanks to our excellent driver and guide, Mark. Mark's extensive knowledge kept everyone on the bus thoroughly engaged throughout the day. The small group of nine people also contributed to a very relaxed atmosphere. The Port Arthur area and its surroundings were serene and beautiful. I wish to extend a sincere thank you to Mark for making this such a memorable trip.

Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

Rose_S, May 2026

Great way to see Port Arthur without a car

This tour is a great way to see Port Arthur without a car. The visit to Port Arthur includes a harbour cruise done together as a group with the remaining time left free to explore Port Arthur as you like. Our driver/guide Rod was very knowledgeable providing a lot of history on the drive and plenty of recommendations for things to eat, see, and do in Hobart.

Port Arthur

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Know before you go

The Port Arthur historic site is spread across 100 acres (40 hectares), so plan at least a half-day visit.
Facilities at Port Arthur include a visitor center, restrooms, a gift shop, and a café/restaurant.
Cell phone coverage is limited at Port Arthur, but free Wi-Fi is available on-site.
Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, a raincoat, and plenty of water if you plan on taking a walking tour—weather can change quickly at the open-air site.
Most of the Port Arthur historic site is wheelchair accessible, and a shuttle buggy service is available for those with limited mobility.

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