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Port Arthur Historic Site

A UNESCO World Heritage-listed site that was once a notorious convict settlement, Port Arthur is one of the most significant regions of Australia. With interactive exhibits, guided tours, and historical enactments, learn about the harsh realities of of the people that lived and worked at this remote settlement.
Port Arthur Historic Site
Port Arthur Historic Site ruins with stone buildings and lush greenery in Tasmania, Australia.
cruise in Port Arthur Historic Site
Aerial view of Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasmania, showcasing preserved ruins and lush surroundings.
Port Arthur Historic Site ruins with stone structures and green landscape in Tasmania, Australia.
Port Arthur Historic Site Government Garden with lush greenery and historic stone walls.
Port Arthur Historic Site Convict Church ruins with stone arches and green lawn in Tasmania, Australia.
Port Arthur Historic Site's Government Cottage with surrounding gardens in Tasmania, Australia.
Port Arthur Historic Site penitentiary ruins with stone walls and archways in Tasmania, Australia.
Seperate Prison at Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasmania, showcasing historic architecture and prison cells.
Port Arthur Historic Site gallery world heritage
Nine Men's Morris game board at Port Arthur Historic Site gallery, Tasmania.
Port Arthur Historic Site view with Isle of the Dead in the background, Tasmania.
Port Arthur Historic Site view from harbour cruise, showcasing historic buildings and lush landscape.
Port Arthur Historic Site harbour cruise boat on water with historic buildings in background.
Isle of the Dead cemetery tour at Port Arthur Historic Site, showcasing historic gravestones and lush greenery.
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  • Immerse yourself in Australia's early convict history as you visit Port Arthur Historic Site, the country's most well-preserved convict site.

  • Unwind in the rich history as you have ample time to wander through 30 historical buildings, ruins, heritage gardens, and restored houses.

  • Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, guided by a self-guided audio experience and interactive exhibits that breathe life into the past.

  • Take a captivating cruise around the Isle of the Dead, catching glimpses of Dockyards and Point Puer, a significant site as the first Boys Prison in the British Empire.

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  • Immerse yourself in Australia's early convict history as you visit Port Arthur Historic Site, the country's most well-preserved convict site.

  • Unwind in the rich history as you have ample time to wander through 30 historical buildings, ruins, heritage gardens, and restored houses.

  • Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, guided by a self-guided audio experience and interactive exhibits that breathe life into the past.

  • Take a captivating cruise around the Isle of the Dead, catching glimpses of Dockyards and Point Puer, a significant site as the first Boys Prison in the British Empire.

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AU$48
Hobart to Port Arthur bus service with scenic coastal views in Tasmania.
Hobart to Port Arthur bus service with scenic coastal views.
Hobart to Port Arthur bus service with scenic coastal views in Tasmania.
Tourists boarding the Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service for a scenic day trip in Australia
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10 hours
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  • Visit the historic Port Arthur, a former convict settlement in Tasmania.
  • Take in the beautiful views of Hobart’s countryside during your 1.5-hour transfer.
  • Enjoy a comfortable journey in a premium air-conditioned bus.
  • Explore the numerous preserved structures built by convicts at Port Arthur.
  • Learn about the living conditions and hear stories of the establishment.

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  • Visit the historic Port Arthur, a former convict settlement in Tasmania.
  • Take in the beautiful views of Hobart’s countryside during your 1.5-hour transfer.
  • Enjoy a comfortable journey in a premium air-conditioned bus.
  • Explore the numerous preserved structures built by convicts at Port Arthur.
  • Learn about the living conditions and hear stories of the establishment.
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AU$60
Port Arthur Historic Site entrance with visitors arriving via Hobart to Port Arthur bus service.
Port Arthur Historic Site entrance with visitors arriving via Hobart to Port Arthur bus service.
Port Arthur Historic Site entrance with tour bus from Hobart in the foreground.
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10 hours
Mobile Ticket
  • Explore the top attraction of Tasmania, the Port Arthur Historic Site.
  • Enjoy a hassle-free transfer to the attraction in an air-conditioned bus.
  • Learn about some important landmarks on the way from Hobart to Port Arthur from your friendly driver.
  • Discover the nooks and crannies of Port Arthur, now considered an open-air museum, at your own pace.

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  • Explore the top attraction of Tasmania, the Port Arthur Historic Site.
  • Enjoy a hassle-free transfer to the attraction in an air-conditioned bus.
  • Learn about some important landmarks on the way from Hobart to Port Arthur from your friendly driver.
  • Discover the nooks and crannies of Port Arthur, now considered an open-air museum, at your own pace.
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AU$99
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Port Arthur Convict Church
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Port Arthur inside convict church
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour
Free Cancellation
1 hour30 minutes
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  • Walk through the darkened ruins and historic buildings of the former prison.

  • Enjoy the spooky atmosphere as darkness sets into the historic site.

  • Learn about the documented sightings that go back nearly two centuries.

  • Listen to spine-chilling tales of unexplained events that mystified the convicts, settlers and the soldiers.

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  • Walk through the darkened ruins and historic buildings of the former prison.

  • Enjoy the spooky atmosphere as darkness sets into the historic site.

  • Learn about the documented sightings that go back nearly two centuries.

  • Listen to spine-chilling tales of unexplained events that mystified the convicts, settlers and the soldiers.

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AU$35
Tour group in front of Pirates Bay.
View from Pirates Bay lookout
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Tourist sitting on the walls of the preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Tourists at the preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Isle of the Dead, Port Arthur
Richmond bridge, Australia’s oldest bridge.
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10 hours30 minutes
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  • Venture into Australia's past with this full-day tour of Port Arthur, Richmond, and the Tasman Peninsula, with round-trip transfers from Hobart.

  • Witness nature’s grandeur at Pirates Bay and delve deep into convict life at Port Arthur with a knowledgeable tour guide.

  • Walk Tasman Arch's natural bridge formed by erosion, and witness Devil's Kitchen's deep chasm, shaped by centuries of weathering.

  • Go on a complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, and learn tales of the convicts laid to rest there.

  • Did you know? The Richmond village is home to Australia’s oldest bridge, believed to be inhabited by the spirits of its convict builders.

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  • Venture into Australia's past with this full-day tour of Port Arthur, Richmond, and the Tasman Peninsula, with round-trip transfers from Hobart.

  • Witness nature’s grandeur at Pirates Bay and delve deep into convict life at Port Arthur with a knowledgeable tour guide.

  • Walk Tasman Arch's natural bridge formed by erosion, and witness Devil's Kitchen's deep chasm, shaped by centuries of weathering.

  • Go on a complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, and learn tales of the convicts laid to rest there.

  • Did you know? The Richmond village is home to Australia’s oldest bridge, believed to be inhabited by the spirits of its convict builders.

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AU$155
Guide with tourists on Port Arthur tour
Ruins of old jail hospital at Port Arthur
Inside the ruins at Port Arthur
Exterior of Port Arthur Historic site
Inside Port Arthur Historic site
Tourists on the Harbour Cruise
Cliffs of Tasmania
Isle of the dead in port arthur
Tasman Arch in the tasman peninsula
Through the entrance of remarkable cave
Richmond Historic Bridge
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9 hours
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  • Embark on a full-day guided tour exploring Tasmania's rich history and stunning natural beauty, from Richmond to the Tasman Peninsula.

  • Experience awe-inspiring views of lush bushland, native wildlife, and rugged coastline at the Tasman Peninsula, a haven for nature enthusiasts.

  • Enjoy a scenic Harbour Cruise around the hauntingly beautiful ‘Isle of the Dead’, perfectly blending education with relaxation.

  • If available, opt for the Remarkable Cave tour, a natural marvel shaped by sea erosion. Upgrade for a guided walking tour of the Isle of the Dead.

  • Fun Fact: Richmond Bridge, a key attraction, is Australia's oldest stone span bridge still in use!

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  • Embark on a full-day guided tour exploring Tasmania's rich history and stunning natural beauty, from Richmond to the Tasman Peninsula.

  • Experience awe-inspiring views of lush bushland, native wildlife, and rugged coastline at the Tasman Peninsula, a haven for nature enthusiasts.

  • Enjoy a scenic Harbour Cruise around the hauntingly beautiful ‘Isle of the Dead’, perfectly blending education with relaxation.

  • If available, opt for the Remarkable Cave tour, a natural marvel shaped by sea erosion. Upgrade for a guided walking tour of the Isle of the Dead.

  • Fun Fact: Richmond Bridge, a key attraction, is Australia's oldest stone span bridge still in use!

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AU$160
Tourist group at Waterfall Bay
View from Pirates Bay lookout
Tasman Arch
Port Arthur historic site with Tasmanian Devils in natural habitat, full-day guided tour.
Tourist feeding Kangaroos by hand at Tasmanian Devil Unzoo.
Tourist with a bird at the Birds of the Bush presentation, Tasmanian Devil Zoo.
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Isle of the Dead, Port Arthur
Richmond bridge, Australia’s oldest bridge.
Free Cancellation
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11 hours
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  • Explore Tasmania’s wonders on this guided tour that combines meeting the Tassie Devils, enjoying small hikes, and a tour of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with round-trip transfers.

  • Climb 300-meter clifftops for the most majestic views off the coast and visit Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch and, the famous Devil’s Kitchen.

  • Head to the Tasmanian Devils Unzoo to get up close with the Tassie Devils, feed wallabies, and watch a Birds of the Bush show.

  • Uncover chilling Tasmanian convict life at Port Arthur's impeccably preserved ruins and take a complimentary cruise around the Isle of the Dead.

  • Make one last stop at the historic village of Richmond and explore quaint buildings, lolly shops, and Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, which is still in use.

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  • Explore Tasmania’s wonders on this guided tour that combines meeting the Tassie Devils, enjoying small hikes, and a tour of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with round-trip transfers.

  • Climb 300-meter clifftops for the most majestic views off the coast and visit Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch and, the famous Devil’s Kitchen.

  • Head to the Tasmanian Devils Unzoo to get up close with the Tassie Devils, feed wallabies, and watch a Birds of the Bush show.

  • Uncover chilling Tasmanian convict life at Port Arthur's impeccably preserved ruins and take a complimentary cruise around the Isle of the Dead.

  • Make one last stop at the historic village of Richmond and explore quaint buildings, lolly shops, and Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, which is still in use.

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AU$170
Tourist in front of a lavender bush, eating lavender ice cream.
View from Pirates Bay lookout
Tourist group at Waterfall Bay
Port Arthur Lavender.
Lavender flowers.
Preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Tourists at the preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Tourist sitting on the walls of the preserved ruins at Port Arthur Historic Site.
Richmond bridge, Australia’s oldest bridge.
Richmond bridge, Australia’s oldest bridge.
Sign on Richmond bridge, Richmond.
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10 hours30 minutes
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  • Travel from Hobart aboard comfortable transfers, stop by the panoramic lookout of Pirates Bay and go for a short walk along the ​​Waterfall Bay cliff top.

  • Relish the purple glory of unique lavender-infused high tea, lattes, scones, soaps, and more at the locally owned Port Arthur Lavender Farm.

  • Dive into chilling tales of the past at the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site while strolling amid the convict-era ruins with expert guides.

  • Maritime history gets real with the complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, offering a unique perspective of this historical place.

  • Fun fact: Richmond houses Australia's oldest bridge built by convicts, rumored to be haunted, adding an element of thrill to your visit!

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  • Travel from Hobart aboard comfortable transfers, stop by the panoramic lookout of Pirates Bay and go for a short walk along the ​​Waterfall Bay cliff top.

  • Relish the purple glory of unique lavender-infused high tea, lattes, scones, soaps, and more at the locally owned Port Arthur Lavender Farm.

  • Dive into chilling tales of the past at the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site while strolling amid the convict-era ruins with expert guides.

  • Maritime history gets real with the complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, offering a unique perspective of this historical place.

  • Fun fact: Richmond houses Australia's oldest bridge built by convicts, rumored to be haunted, adding an element of thrill to your visit!

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AU$155
Tourists enjoying the Tasman Island Cruise: 3-Hour Wilderness Cruise with view of rugged cliffs and deep sea
Tasman Island cliffs and ocean view during 3-hour wilderness cruise in Hobart, Tasmania.
Tasman Island cliffs and ocean view during 3-hour wilderness cruise, Hobart, Tasmania.
Tasman Island cliffs and ocean view during 3-hour wilderness cruise in Hobart, Tasmania.
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3 hours
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  • Take a stunning wilderness cruise around the beautiful Tasman Islands.

  • Discover some of the local wildlife and sea life, such as whales, seals, sea eagles, and albatross.

  • Explore the best spots of the Tasman Islands in a quick and convenient way.

  • Get a chance to take numerous photos as you travel onboard a unique custom-built yellow boat.

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  • Take a stunning wilderness cruise around the beautiful Tasman Islands.

  • Discover some of the local wildlife and sea life, such as whales, seals, sea eagles, and albatross.

  • Explore the best spots of the Tasman Islands in a quick and convenient way.

  • Get a chance to take numerous photos as you travel onboard a unique custom-built yellow boat.

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AU$175

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