Richmond Historic Afternoon Tour from Hobart

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Hobart, Australia

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4 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Encounter colonial Australia firsthand with this afternoon trip to historic Richmond, departing Hobart. Join a guided coach tour and come face-to-face with remnants of Tasmania’s colonial days, including the convict-built bridge, the Richmond Gaol, and the many charming colonial cottages. Plenty of free time to explore the town and its unique shops, galleries and cafes is included.

Get more out of your time in Hobart with this afternoon side-trip
Encounter fascinating reminders of Tasmania’s colonial past
Enjoy exploring the charming shops and eateries of Richmond
Hotel pick-up and drop-off for select hotels makes experience stress-free

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick up and drop off (selected hotels only)
Coach Transport
Driver/guide
Discount Coupon (selected businesses)

Food and Drink
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Hotel pick-ups commence approximately 40 minutes before listed start time/tour departure time. If you selected a hotel pick-up, you will receive a separate email from the tour operator. Please check your emails for the confirmed hotel pick-up time. You will receive the email within 24hrs of booking. For bookings made after closing time for the following day, you will receive your email confirming pick up details the following morning, at least 2 hrs prior to departure. Please be waiting at your hotel pick-up location 5 mins prior to your confirmed pick-up time. Not all pick-up locations are directly at the hotel. The exact pick-up location will be provided in the email sent from the tour operator. If a hotel has not been selected, your pick-up will be confirmed as Brooke St Pier, 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart (central departure point) at 1.00pm.

Meeting point

Mona Brooke Ferry Terminal
Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Brooke St Pier, 12 Franklin Wharf Hobart, TAS

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.1:00 pm

Itinerary

Richmond Bridge

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Richmond

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Richmond Gaol

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Coal Valley Vineyard (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 18 reviews

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Richmond is a lovely...

Jennifer_M, Nov 2025

Richmond is a lovely town, steeped in history. We learned so much about our convict past and enjoyed our afternoon exploring this beautiful place. Despite the sadness that is felt for the past, there is a peacefulness about how it is honoured and remembered. Would thoroughly recommend this tour. Our driver Mark, was knowledgeable and entertaining. Thanks Mark for a great experience.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thanks so much for your lovely review. We're really glad you enjoyed your visit to Richmond and found it both interesting and peaceful. It’s great to hear that Mark made the tour fun and informative—he’ll be happy to know you had a great time. Thanks again for recommending us!

Richmond Village visit .

Shiran_J, Jan 2025

A perfect ending for our Hobart trip, with a visit to the Richmond Town and the goal , plus the historic bridge.

Disappointed

Dennis_B, Nov 2024

Richmond is one long street with shops that are wide spread in the street. Some shops are a little different with the German outlook. There was nothing to see only shops. Very disappointed in this trip, I honestly we thought that we would see a bit more of the country side.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

We are sorry to hear that Richmond didn't live up to your expectations. Richmond is also home Australia's oldest convict built working road bridge and other historic landmarks. It does have a great range of specialty shops and cafes. We take on board your comments regarding seeing more of the countryside. The drive through the Coal River Valley on the way to Richmond is a very picturesque one. Thanks again for your feedback

Afternoon tour to Richmond with Mobility challenged passengers

Melissa_M, Nov 2024

I took my mobility challenged Mother on this adventure on 14th November 2024 during our recent Tasmania trip. Our Driver Dave (I think), was incredibly helpful, very knowledgeable about the Hobart area and surrounds and was great company on the day. The assigned bus on the day had room to store the fold up attendant wheelchair (as well as another passenger's walker) and the driver had a readily available step to help Mum step up into the Mini Bus. I had checked this with them before we booked. I definitely recommend Viator and this tour to Richmond for able bodied adventurers. We were on a Cruise and had to option to visit Richmond from Port Arthur the day prior. The price of this tour with Viator was a quarter of the Cruise Ship excursion price. If you have a family member with mobility challenges using a walker, or in a wheelchair, there are challenges with the terrain in Richmond village and entry into some of the colonial era buildings for shopping and browsing. This is a destination issue and not a Viator issue to solve. Everyone we encountered was incredibly helpful and accommodating wherever possible. I often didn't even need to ask for assistance as business owners and locals stepped forward to assist. A special shout out to Larder and Vin where we stopped and they made me a divine Charcuterie + Cheese platter for one paired with a phenomenal Hughes & Hughes Pinot Gris. Utter bliss! For anyone with mobility challenges, be aware that the natural terrain and footpaths did made it hard work for me pushing a wheelchair around. An FYI - We weren't able to find an accessible path down to view the Richmond Bridge from water level. Maybe it's there and we just didn't find it. Our Driver did take us on a driven tour around Richmond and we were still able to see the view of the magnificent bridge from the Mini Bus.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you, Melissa, that is some fabulous feedback! We are so pleased that you and your Mum enjoyed our Afternoon Richmond tour with Dave. We appreciate you taking the time to provide such valuable feedback.

Lovely tour

Evagelia_S, Oct 2024

The tour guide was lovely, friendly and had some interesting anecdotes he shared with the small group on board. It was a relaxing trip

Richmond Avo Trip Fully Recommend

Nicola_C, Aug 2024

Allan our tour guide was great had a great knowledge of Hobart and all its history, also told jokes, Richmond was a lovely town to visit with its Gaol and miniature historical Hobart village, also a lovely cafe and lollie shop, had a wonderful afternoon.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Hi Nicola, it's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed Allan's company on your afternoon spent in Richmond. We will certainly enjoy sharing your review with Allan and thanks again for taking the time.

Richmond afternoon tour

Susan_P, Jun 2024

Great to start and finish our Hobart Holiday with Phil from Grayline. Very courteous, friendly and efficient. A great time and experience with Phil. Great driver, good commentary and good sense of humour. Thank you Phil. Sue and Roy, Mackay Qld.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Hi Sue and Roy, thank you for your review. Phil will love to read your comments and we love the fact that we have a great team of driver guides like Phil! We would love to see you again on your next visit. Thanks again

Great trip and fantastic driver-Phill

Claire_M, Apr 2024

Great driver and we were very lucky in that there was a classic motorcycle exhibition on.Great day out!!

Cute Village

Jamie_F, Dec 2023

Richmond Village is cute but there wasn't really enough to do for the time spent there - it was Boxing Day and about half the shops and galleries were closed, even the driver/guide was surprised by how much was closed.

Richmond is a very nice...

Liza_T, Mar 2023

Richmond is a very nice little town. We enjoyed our time exploring the town. The weather was raining on and off but we still able to get a very nice photograph of the bridge.

Well worth trip.

patricia_y, Mar 2023

Seeing Richmond bridge. Purchased print by Patricia Horwood-Ward. GrayLine bus line fantastic. Driver Christian very knowledgeable.

Excellent tour.

David_W, Feb 2023

An afternoon visit to beautiful, historic Richmond is a must. So picturesque & we loved the bridge built by the convicts & the ducks on the grassy banks. Plenty of lovely walks, interesting shops & places to eat especially the bakery.

Fantastic

Rhonda_P, Nov 2022

Everything the tour guide was great very informative and just loved Richmond very pretty and lots to see food was great

Richmond town

Ian_T, Jun 2022

Hi we went on this lovely tour to see the stone bridge and the Jail. Our tour guide was fantastic very funny and full of jokes and information, we had a great tour of the jail then something to eat after in the town. before being picked up again. Well worth your time. Gaylene and Ian Sydney Australia

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Hi Gaylene and Ian, Thanks for your fantastic review! We are so pleased to hear your comments regarding your afternoon spent at Richmond. It is a lovely way to spend an afternoon with lots of time to soak up the atmosphere. We hope to see you again in the future.