Top Hobart Culture

Exploring Tasmania's only botanic garden with a personal guide is the best way to find out the stories and secrets behind the plants and architecture on this expansive 14 hectare site. Your guide will reveal which Tasmanian plants bees like to make honey from, which species are rare and threatened, and the unusual efforts taken to save an historic Cork Oak from threat. This tour includes time to wander the set of The Patch (as featured on ABC television's Gardening Australia).

Hobart’s history is full of colonial conquests and convict stories, and what better way to discover it than a walking tour? Follow your guide on a 90-minute route around Hobart, stopping to admire city landmarks and heritage buildings. Along the way, learn about the key characters and events that helped shape Hobart into the city it is today, and enjoy plenty of great photo opportunities.

Take in the highlights of central Hobart on a 2-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Stroll along Hunter Street and the Hobart waterfront, view Salamanca Place, and walk through a city park as you hear about the colonial roots of the capital of Tasmania, and see heritage buildings with Victorian and Georgian architecture. Enjoy a more intimate perspective on the city during this small-group tour that has a maximum group size of eight people.

Join us on a fun and action packed day out visiting the World-Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site.  We stop along the way at the delightful Port Arthur Lavender Farm where you can view the Lavender Fields, distillery or head straight to the gift shop and café for an array of Lavender inspired foods and gifts.  Our action-packed day out includes a stunning cliff top walk taking in the highest cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, Richmond Historic Village and a short stop for a chocolate tasting at a local Chocolate Factory. • Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (3 hours) • Explore Port Arthur Lavender Farm • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch • Enjoy stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline” • Sample the local chocolates at Federation Chocolate Factory • Visit historic Richmond Village • Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout

Spend some time in the Richmond, one of Australia's most unique and historic towns dating back to the 1820s. Along with passing Richmond Goal, and crossing the Richmond Bridge, you’ll experience the colonial charm of the area with a guide who tells you about the city’s history during this Richmond historic tour from Hobart. Hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as round-trip transport by coach bus are included.

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.

Admire the historic architecture of Salamanca Place and Battery Point; climb to the 4,167-foot (1,270-meter) peak of Mt Wellington for spectacular views over Hobart; then enjoy a close encounter with wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary on this half-day adventure from Hobart. Then, head to the historic town of Richmond along the Coal River to learn about Tasmania's convict history. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people.

Get a comprehensive tour of the natural attractions and Tasmanian history on this day trip to Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula. Highlights include the Richmond Colonial Village, Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, Remarkable Cave and Maingon Bay lookout. Take a walking tour with insightful commentary from your guide and a harbor cruise in Port Arthur.

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.

Book a 1- or 2-day pass on a Hobart hop-on hop-off bus tour for an easy way to explore the city's top attractions at your own pace. Travel by double-decker red bus to 20 stops around the city, where you can hop off whenever you wish to visit the places that interest you. Or opt to stay onboard the bus for the full loop.

See Hobart’s top sights on a city tour by coach tram, a historical Hobart tram that’s been converted into a motorized coach. On either a morning or afternoon tour (select when booking), discover attractions like Sullivan’s Cove, St. David’s Cathedral, the Queens Domain, and Cascade Gardens. Admire the historic homes and pubs of Battery Point, and view Georgian warehouses that have been turned into restaurants and galleries at Salamanca Place.

Hobart is at its most stunning at sunset and the twilight hours are the perfect time for photography. On this tour, visit some of the most scenic spots around Hobart, the Derwent River, and Mt Wellington, accompanied by a professional photographer, who can help you improve your photography skills and offer advice on the best locations and angles.

Experience the Tasman Peninsula by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour 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 World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site for an in-depth look at Australia’s penal history at this former convict colony. Lunch is included.

Learn about Tasmania's convict history and natural beauty on a full-day tour to the Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll also visit the historic village of Richmond, and see landmarks of the Tasman Peninsula such as Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen and the Blowhole. Includes entrance fees, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Enjoy Hobart from the water on Derwent River cruise. Choose your preferred time of day for your cruise, including lunch and dinner options, and then glide through the city to admire the harbor and waterfront attractions such as the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Tasman Bridge, Government House, Montagu Bay, and Rose Bay.

Take in the highlights of the Tasman Peninsula on this full-day small-group tour from Hobart, including hotel pick-up. Learn about the island’s convict past with a walking tour and boat cruise around Port Arthur, then admire the colonial architecture of historic Richmond. After spotting natural landmarks like the Devil's Kitchen, Tasman Arch and Waterfall Bay in the Tasman National Park, finish with an indulgent chocolate tasting at the Federation Chocolate Factory.

On this three-day tour, learn how to take great photographs in all conditions while exploring the northern reaches of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Hike around picturesque Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain in your small group, getting personalized tuition along the way from your guide, a professional photographer. Also enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to photograph a Tasmanian Devil up close at the Devils@Cradle Wildlife Sanctuary.

Our 4 Day Eastern Tasmania Coastline + Launceston Tour provides an intimate little getaway for those that have limited travel time available. This tour is a great option to explore the more populated east coast of Tassie along with the 2 biggest cities of Hobart & Launceston. Covering approximately 850km we explore many of Tasmania’s memorable attractions, moving fast enough to provide a fantastic overview of the islands eastern side, yet slow enough to enjoy the sights! Concluding at Thursday lunchtime this tour offers fantastic coastal scenery, historical learnings, fresh air and dozens of incredible photo opportunities. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels this is truely an memorable, small group travel experience.

We specialise in small-group tours (maximum 12 persons). Personalized service at competitive price. We have price matching policy. Great itineraries to explore the unique nature of Tasmania in escorted packaged tours. Comfortable and safe touring minibuses that are regularly inspected and accredited. Luggage carried separately in a trailer. Accredited tour business by the Tourism Council of Tasmania that you can trust. We treat customers as our own guests!

Learn how to make the most of your camera on this day trip deep into the Tasmanian forest. With the help of your guide, a professional photographer, learn about the ins and outs of nature photography, then use those lessons to take impressive photos of Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park and Styx Valley. If you’re a more experienced photographer, take the opportunity to snap panoramic shots of Mount Field’s waterfalls and the giant eucalyptus trees throughout Styx Valley.

If you love the outdoors, you will love our super tour of 7 days packed full of waterfalls, mountains, great walks, dramatic coastlines, lakes and primeval rainforest, You will see everything from the unique rugged mountains and lakes of the west coast and the picturesque beaches of the east coast, plus to top it all off we will show you around local favourite Bruny Island and visit the World Heritage Listed - Port Arthur Historic Site.

Touring with passionate fully trained and knowledgeable local Driver/guides who want to share their stories and provide an unforgettable experience. Your driver guide will be able to take you to places that interest you and can give information and make suggestions so that you get a unique and personal experience. There are so many itinerary options depending on your interests, from our fascinating wildlife, our pristine nature and our history. You can experience it all on these customised private tours while travelling in safety and comfort with every detail taken care of so you sit back relax and enjoy.

A perfect introduction to Hobart full of highlights and hidden treasures. Learn about the fascinating Indigenous and colonial history through fun, informative tales. Walk the streets of Salamanca and Battery Point, local markets, galleries and villages, meet the makers and get orientated on this personalised urban experience. Tour Highlights & Inclusions: - Expert Localing host - Walking tour of Salamanca & Battery Point - Historic boulevards of downtown Hobart - Vibrant local neighbourhoods - Local brewers, distillers and makers - Morning or afternoon tea - Hobart history and orientation - Meet locals at the centre of culture and industry - Standard activity and admission expenses - Insightful, vivid storytelling

Spend the day at Moorilla Estate for a unique Tasmanian winery experience that includes world-class art. You’ll start with a ferry ride and admission to Mona (the Museum of Old and New Art), known as much for its underground labyrinth-like architecture as for its art collection. Then enjoy a seasonal lunch, followed by a tasting and behind-the-scenes tour at Moorilla Estate, which continues to make ‘best of’ lists since it opened in 2011.