Hobart · SHORE EXCURSIONS
9 reviewed
These are the 9 best shore excursions around Hobart right now: what each one costs, how long it takes, and which kind of traveller it suits. Start at number one, it is there for a reason.
Hobart highlights in one day: Mt Wellington views, Salamanca Market, convict Richmond, Wicked Cheese, and Bonorong wildlife with cruise-port pickup.
“Great day. Enjoyed it all and our overseas friends from the cruise ship loved seeing the Australian wildlife and country side surrounding Hobart”
A small-group Hobart shore trip with Mount Wellington views, Richmond Bridge charm, and Bonorong wildlife in about 5–6 hours.
“Excellent driver guide Great view from Mount Wellington Loved the animals at the park. Lovers time exploring Richmond , stopping for lunch.”
Half-day Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula shore excursion with tall sea cliffs, Tasman Arch, and tasty stops like chocolate and lavender, plus pickup.
“Our guide was great…waited a few extra minutes for us to get off the tender ship from the cruise ship. The pace was quick, but not hurried. We got to see a lot in a short amount of time, which was perfect for having to take water shuttles to and from the cruise ship.”
Ride Hobart’s key sights in 90 minutes: Mount Nelson Signal Station views, Battery Point, Cascade Brewery and the Convict Penitentiary Chapel.
“This tour was a very informative history lesson about the beginnings of Tasmania (Van Diemans Land). I was travelling with my two youngest grandchildren aged 7 & 9 and my nine year old grandaughter could certainly empathise with the yRead more”
Small-group Hobart shore excursion to Port Arthur plus chocolate and lavender tastings, with cruise pickup and a 2.5-hour site visit.
“Ross was enthusiastic about the area and very knowledgeable. It was great to be in a small group and being personally guided around the Port with stories about the areas.”
Hobart Wanderer shore trip bundles Mt. Wellington views, Bonorong wildlife, Richmond, and a Hobart drive for $112 in one day.
“A very enjoyable trip with an excellent commentary. Well planned and informative”
Cruise-ship shore excursion from Hobart to Port Arthur with ship pickup, Tasman Peninsula drive, Isle of the Dead cruise, lavender and chocolate.
“Had a cruise ship stop in Hobart and an amazing excursion with Ross to visit the Port Arthur Historical Site, a British colonial prision. He was very knowledgeable of the area and made our party feel like one of the family. Would highly recommend him for any of your touring needs while in the area.”
Hobart, Richmond & Coal River Valley small-group tour with vineyard wine tastings, cheese, lunch, and a Rosny Hill ship-photo stop.
“Tour was excellent despite cold, drizzly rain. Peter had so many facts and fascinating info on Tassie that we didn’t know. We covered both sides of the river from battery point in Hobart to the outlying areas of Richmond. As we toured we sampled delicious cheeses and Read more”
Small-group Hobart shore tour to Mt Field rainforest, Russell and Horseshoe Falls, Tall Trees Trail, and Bonorong wildlife. 7 hours.
“We enjoyed our guide, Trevor. He was knowledgeable about Mount Fields National Park. He kept our group moving at a swift pace. He spotted a pandemelon in the thick tree growth and we got nice photos. Trevor was overly considerate waiting for guests who were no shows. I wonder if there could have been better communication between the main offices and Trevor. I would have liked to have more time at Bonorong.”
