Australia · PORT ARTHUR HISTORIC SITE
22 reviewed
Below are the 15 strongest port arthur historic site tours on the site, with the fare, the running time and the kind of day each one turns into.
3-hour Tasman Island cruise from Port Arthur, Cape Pillar sea cliffs, caves, seals, seabirds, dolphins and migrating whales. $127.
“Better than expected, Hamish our skipper did a fantastic job with the operation of the boat and his knowledge and enthusiasm was amazing and Benny did a great job looking after everyone and continually checking on everyone to make sure they were ok”
Full-day Port Arthur tour from Hobart with guided convict site visit, 30-min harbour cruise, Tasman Peninsula views, caves, and chocolate.
“Barry the driver was epic. Very funny , informarive and organised. This is well worth the money. Be prepared for a long day. Food prices at the Gallery were pretty reasonable, $2 above Brisbane pricing.”
Port Arthur Historic Site in Tasmania with self-guided audio, free guide talks, and a harbor cruise to the Isle of the Dead for $37.
“Excellent guides that are very knowledgeable and can tell an interesting story. The facility is so well presented and run. It is very well worth a 1.5hr drive from Hobart.”
Hobart day trip with a 3-hour Tasman Peninsula eco-cruise, included lunch and warm jackets, then UNESCO Port Arthur for 3 hours.
“Amazing experience. Saw so much wildlife, met some really cool people along the way and loved the cruise on the Tasman.”
A full-day Hobart trip to Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula, with Tasman National Park viewpoints plus a Carnarvon Bay cruise.
“Our tour guide, Evan, made the trip so fun and it was great to hear all about his knowledge on the stops. The traveling with both the bus and the ferry was so comfortable and we got to see so many nice and historical stops throughout the whole day!”
Bus from Hobart to UNESCO Port Arthur with scenic lookouts, lavender and chocolate stops, plus harbour cruise and optional Remarkable Cave.
“The driver and tour guide was very professional and passionate in making the journey enjoyable with interesting stories and facts, and was very caring on our pace and needs.”
Full-day Hobart tour to Port Arthur, Tasman Arch, and Tassie Devil Unzoo, ending in historic Richmond. Devil feeding, short walks.
“The UnZoo was fantastic and educational. Port Arthur didn’t disappoint. Great excursion.”
Hobart day trip: 3-hour Tasman Peninsula wilderness cruise, morning tea, lunch, and 3 hours at Port Arthur Historic Site.
“Overall an amazing trip, far exceeded my initial expectations”
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Port Arthur 2-day UNESCO convict site pass with self-guided audio, MV Marana harbor cruise, dockyards, museum, and historic ruins.
“A very interesting place. Lots to see and read The harbour cruise was an added bonus The volunteers giving tours at certain buildings were very knowledgeable. We were very lucky to have a glorious sunny day - there is little cover from bad weather. Be sure to wear sensible footwear- some of the steps can be slippery”
Cruise the Tasman Peninsula from Port Arthur to Eaglehawk Neck. Tasman Island Lighthouse, caves, and wildlife in 3 hours.
“Exceptional tour and the tour guides. Don’t miss this tour if you’re visiting Tasmania. They know where to take you for the spectacular views and where dolphins, seals, albatross can be seen.”
Air-conditioned shuttle from Hobart to Port Arthur with included audio, harbour cruise, plus Tasman Peninsula lookouts, chocolate, and lavender.
“Tour guide was very knowledgeable with a great personality. A great experience”
Full-day Tasman Peninsula coach trip from Hobart with a 3-hour wilderness cruise, morning tea, lunch, and Tasmanian Devil Park.
“This was one of the best tours I have been on. The weather was perfect, and everything went right. The boat ride passed the cliffs and Tasman Island was so beautiful, and we saw many seals. We saw the fin of a sun fish too! The lavender farm food was delicious, no complaints, very big portions. The Tasmanian devil unzoo was the most interactive place I’ve been to. Our driver, Luke, was great. This was one of the best tours I have been on, and would not hesitate to book again.”
Tasman Peninsula clifftop walk, Port Arthur UNESCO site and Richmond village, plus Devils Kitchen and an included Harbor cruise. $120.
“Port Arthur day tour was amazing, we learnt so much about the history and actually made some lovely friends. Def recommend this.”
Lantern-lit ghost walk at Port Arthur Historic Site, with 19th-century stories, after-hours access, and a Certificate of Bravery and Courage.
“Some of the walkiing was fast paced so wear comfortable shoes to walk in and a light jacket. The walking didn't effect us, but if your elderly I felt the walking was a bit fast, with some slight hills( maybe a little more time is required for this) Overall it was a great experience and a fun tour. Definitely worth doing!”
A 90-minute lantern-lit ghost tour at Port Arthur Historic Site in Tasmania, with after-hours access, stories, and a 2 km night walk for $24.
“Guy our guide was amazing. His personality shone through and he was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining… 100% 100/10 he was great and engaging..”
