Day Trips in Hobart

Take a full-day from Hobart that visits to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and a wildlife sanctuary. Soak in views of Hobart and local history, and see Tasmanian devils up close. Includes guide, entrance tickets, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

When you arrive in Hobart, visit two of the most popular attractions outside the city on this tour to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Mount Wellington (officially known as kunanyi or Mount Wellington). You'll have the chance to see Tasmanian animals and admire views of Hobart from the summit of the mountain.

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.

Discover the scenic coastline, beaches, national parks, flora, and fauna of Bruny Island on this full-day tour from Hobart. Travel via ferry to the island (tickets included), where you will enjoy the Tempered Rain-forest walk, the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, walking tracks, secret water holes, and a viewing platform at the Neck.

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.

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.

Enjoy a day full of wilderness, waterfalls and wildlife, all within reach of Hobart. Start with a series of short walks around Russell Falls and Lake Dobson in Mt Field National Park, located just 90 minutes drive from Hobart. Enjoy lunch in a scenic location within the park, then head to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary see native Australian wildlife up close, including Tasmanian devils, koalas and wombats. As you return to Hobart, top off your day with sweeping views over the city from the summit of Mount Wellington.

Explore Port Arthur Historic Site, part of the World Heritage"“listed Australian Convict Sites, on a day trip from Hobart. On a guided walking tour of the grounds, learn about the site's history as a penal colony, check out ruins and restored buildings, and admire the coastal scenery that highlights the natural beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. Plus, take a cruise to Isle of the Dead for a walking tour of this prison cemetery. 

Discover the gourmet delights of Bruny Island during an all-inclusive tour full-day food tour with a knowledgeable guide who takes you to meet seven local producers. You can expect enough food and drink to satisfy a hearty appetite, enjoying seven courses that include oysters, award winning cheeses, berries (in season), local honey, wine, whiskey and chocolates, along with a delicious winery lunch. Soak in the island's breathtaking scenery during visits to the Bruny Island Neck, historic Two Tree Point in Adventure Bay, white-sand beaches and nature reserves where rare white wallabies live.

Visit Port Arthur Historic Site, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Australian Convict Sites, on this day trip from Hobart. If you're a history buff, this is the tour for you, as it's been designed to provide as much time as possible to explore Port Arthur in one day. On a guided walking tour of the grounds, learn about the site's history as a convict colony, visit ruins and restored buildings, and admire the coastal scenery that highlights the natural beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. A 30-minute cruise is included.

Explore Bruny Island from a gourmet perspective on this day trip from Hobart. After the ferry ride to the island, admire natural sights like the Mount Mangana rainforest and Adventure Bay viewpoints, and take leisurely walks to look for wallabies and other island animals. On the culinary side, get to know the island's food scene with tastings of cheese, chocolate, cider and berries, plus a lunch of local produce. A trip to South Bruny National Park and enjoy an exclusive group tour of the Bruny Lighthouse which completes this fabulous experience.

Visit Hastings Cave and Tahune Forest on this tour from Hobart. Pick from a 7-hour option, a 9-hour option, and a 10-hour option, depending on which you prefer. The 7-hour options takes you directly to explore Hastings Caves and to walk the Tahune AirWalk. The 9-hour tour takes a more leisurely route to explore the caves and walk the airwalk with additional optional stops at the Apple Shed Museum in Hounville and the Wooden Boat Center in Franklin. The 10-hour option offers everything the 9-hour tour does, but includes a stop at the summit of Mt. Wellington, too.

Discover Australia's dark past and learn the truths of its fascinating convict history on this full-day tour to Port Arthur from Hobart. Get a glimpse into 19th-century Tasmania at Port Arthur, with a guided walking tour and a harbor cruise around the UNESCO-listed penal settlement. Next, follow the notorious Tasmania Convict Trail, stopping at historic towns like Doo Town and Richmond, home to Australia's first convict-built bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Explore the Derwent River Valley and visit Curringa Farm on this small-group tour including lunch. With a small group of travelers, visit the Mt. Field National Park, Russell Falls, and Salmon Ponds, as well as dig in to a lunch featuring farm-to-table products.

Depart from Hobart for a full-day VIP day wine and art tour across the Derwent River at the MONA (Museum of Old and New Art). Your day includes admission to the museum, a 2-course meal matched with wine at The Source restaurant, a private Moorilla winery tour, an intimate wine tasting in the owner David Walsh's private barrel room, a bottle of wine to bring home, and round-trip ferry transport from the Brooke Street Pier.

Visit some of the top attractions outside of Hobart on this day trip to Mount Wellington, Mount Field National Park, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and the historical town of Richmond. Entry fees are included for a hassle-free experience.

Visit Mt Field National Park on this day trip from Hobart that introduces you the natural beauty of the rainforest park and surrounding area, including Russell Falls. Check out sites like a historical trout fishery, drive along the River Derwent, admire tall tree ferns and go walking along a forest stream. Round-trip transport by coach and a morning snack are included.

Enjoy an active full-day tour from Hobart that includes views of the natural world from up high and down low. Start with a walk through the treetops at the Tahune Airwalk - a suspended walkway that reaches heights of up to 131 feet (40 meters). Gaze across the forest canopy and Huon River, or opt for an easier walk on the ground. Continue to Hastings Cave Reserve where you take a guided cave tour that goes into amazing caverns deep underground, then take a dip in the natural hot springs.

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.

Admire Bruny Island by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour eco-cruise around the island. You'll have the chance to see remote beaches, rugged coastlines and native wildlife like dolphins and fur seals as you cruise past steep cliffs and deep sea caves. Ferry transport to the island is included, plus morning tea and lunch on the island.