Hobart · HISTORICAL TOURS
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Out of 20 historical tours on this site, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the standout details are laid out below, so you can choose in a few minutes and get back to planning the fun part.
Cruise Hobart’s Derwent River with live captain commentary and standout harbor views. Choose a 1-hour, lunch, or dinner cruise.
“Ferry and overall cruise was great. Unfortunately, vegeterian food options were inadequate, unhealthy.”
Self-guided audio, expert talks, and a 20-minute harbor cruise at UNESCO Port Arthur. Explore at your pace with optional guided tours.
“The guide was very knowledgeable, the tour went at a good pace and I got to see a lot of the site and buildings!”
Hobart day tour to Tasman National Park on a 3-hour eco-cruise, then 3 hours at UNESCO Port Arthur. Lunch and transfers included.
“The cruise was breathtaking and included tons of dolphins and seals. Dress warm for the boat, but it was definitely the highlight. Phil - was knowledgeable and kept us on schedule. He even helped us retrieve an item left behind at the cafe.”
Tasman Peninsula day tour from Hobart with a 3-hour wilderness cruise, morning tea, and Port Arthur Historic Site plus lunch included.
“This was an excellent and very enjoyable tour! Everyone, from the lady's in the office, to Phil our Driver, were amazing. If you want an exciting way to see Tasmanias beautiful aqua life, then the cruise is the best way to do it and to get dropped off at the foot of Port Arthur was a even better. And what a way to end a day with a tour of the historical site, which is beautiful in its own right. Would highly highly recommend!”
![Port Arthur Historic Site [official] - Price and what you actually get over two days](https://images.hobarttravelguide.com/wp-content/uploads/port-arthur-historic-site-official.jpg)
2-day Port Arthur UNESCO convict site pass with self-guided audio, daily talks, and a 20-minute MV Marana harbor cruise in Tasmania.
“…. émotion about thé history of the place …. .nice and proper … friendly staff …. easy to find … but - no cash possible …”
A 90-minute Hobart harbour lunch cruise with live captain commentary, one-course meal, and big views of the Derwent River.
“The food was great. The whole experience was well worth it.”
A 2-hour small-group walk through Hobart’s colonial roots, Victorian and Georgian streets, parks, and Salamanca Place for market-day atmosphere.
“The guide was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot about Hobart and it's history. Thoroughly enjoyed this walking tour and would highly recommend it.....loved it!”
A 90-minute lantern-lit Port Arthur Historic Site ghost tour in Tasmania with an expert guide, spooky tales, and after-hours site access.
“Stories and guide was very informative about history and encounters on other tours.”
![Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official] - What you learn here: convict women, girls, and Palawa stories](https://images.hobarttravelguide.com/wp-content/uploads/cascades-female-factory-historic-site-official.jpg)
Visit Hobart’s Cascades Female Factory for a 2–3 hour, guide-led look at convict women, girls, and Palawa stories, plus optional add-on tours.
“Both tours were very well structured and delivered! The most exciting part was the humanistic and emotional aspect of the narrative complementing the whole experience left wanting more! Both tourist guides were tremendously knowledgeRead more”
Full-day Port Arthur Historic Site tour from Hobart with bus pickup, UNESCO admission, guided walk, and a 25-minute harbor cruise.
“Good value, includes walking tour, gives enough time to explore (you need a good few hours, it's 100 acres)”
Walk Salamanca and Battery Point with a small group, convict-era stories, old photos, and Derwent views. Mobile ticket, easy pace.
“Very informative explanation of the history of the area and many of the changes to that environment made since settlement. We walked around the Salamanka Market area and Battery Point looking at the old houses and where the land was reclaimed and made it the place that it is today”
A 90-minute small-group walk through Hobart’s colonial and convict past, with heritage buildings, photo stops, and a local guide for $27.26.
“So many stories and great information to help us explore and discover on our own. Do was great fun and brought Hobart’s history to life.”
A 1-hour guided historic walk at Cascade, South Hobart. Learn early 1800s stories, including blackcurrant cider, from outside the brewery.
“Very friendly and informative staff. Had a great time . Highly recommend the tour to others visiting Hobart”
A 2-hour guided walk through historic Battery Point in Hobart, ending at Salamanca Place markets, with live stories and small groups.
“Fun day - Lisa was very knowledgeable, friendly & professional. Lisa was on time & answered all our questions.”
A Saturday full-day Hobart combo: Salamanca Market, Port Arthur Historic Site with cruise and talks, then Tasman Arch views in Tasman National Park.
“Perfect shopping time at market followed by awesome and informative tour to Port Arthur. Tim was a fantastic guide with Gray Line. Really tailored the experience to make every person in our group feel valued and left us excited to return to Tassie to do even more.”
![Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official] - A Practical 1-Day Plan That Doesn’t Feel Rushed](https://images.hobarttravelguide.com/wp-content/uploads/hobart-cascades-female-factory-historic-site-official.jpg)
