Port Arthur Tours and Tickets

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.

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.

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.

When your cruise ship docks in Port Arthur, discover Tasmania’s tasty local foods and stunning scenery on a half-day shore excursion suitable for all ages. Take in natural wonders including Devils Kitchen and Tasman Arch; sample treats at Lavender Farm and Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry; and purchase a fresh seafood lunch at the Blowhole. Includes port pickup and drop-off.

Get an early start to make the most of your time at the UNESCO World-heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site. This package includes early-morning pickup from Hobart, which gives you a full day to explore the site at your leisure. It also includes a guided introductory walking tour, entry into the site's historic buildings and heritage gardens, and a harbor cruise.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We have always been passionate about sharing Tasmania’s stunning natural landscapes with visitors. There’s something truly special about enjoying an adventure alongside new friends and private groups. For comfort, meaningful conversation, and better access, we keep our group sizes between a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 guests. With extensive experience exploring the great outdoors around the world, we now focus on sharing our knowledge here on the Tasman Peninsula—one of its highlights being bushwalking. Our day is designed not only to provide a memorable coastal walking experience but also to offer insight into the region’s history, including its convict heritage, as the Tasman Peninsula is home to one of Tasmania’s largest convict settlements, Port Arthur.

Combine two of Tasmania's best attractions on a great-value 2-day tour package departing from Hobart. On your first day, explore Tasmania's colonial history at Port Arthur Historic Site, as well as the sights of the Tasman Peninsula. On the second, discover the natural beauty of magical Bruny Island and visit some of the island's best independent businesses.

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.

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.

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. Perfect for nature lovers, this all-inclusive itinerary ensures a seamless and unforgettable Tasmanian adventure.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.