Port Arthur Historic Site Tickets & Self-Guided Tour
Hobart
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Hobart
Explore the UNESCO-World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site, the best preserved convict site in Australia, with a site entry ticket that is valid for two days.
Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.
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Discover the renowned Port Arthur Historic Site, conveniently located just a 1.5-hour drive from Hobart in the Tasman Peninsula. Spread across 40 hectares of landscaped grounds, the site boasts over 30 buildings, ruins, and restored homes.
To make the most of your visit, the ticket includes a harbour cruise, a self-guided audio experience, and informative talks by expert guides.
Begin your journey at the Port Arthur Gallery, where you can get insight into the lives of convicts, soldiers, or free settlers who once resided in this secondary punishment station. Learn about personal histories and explore a fascinating collection of artifacts.
Take a walk through the convict ruins and lush gardens at your leisure. Delve into the thoughtfully curated house museums and enjoy engaging presentations by expert guides throughout the day. The short but captivating harbour cruise provides a glimpse into the past, offering historical commentary while sailing around the Isle of the Dead, Dockyards, and Point Puer—the site of the first Boys Prison in the British Empire.