Top Hobart Art & Culture

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.

The natural wonder of Mt Wellington is a highlight just by itself, the breathtaking sheer 360 degree views of all the mountians & river estuaries are well & truly intagram worthy. Hobart Explore take you to two fascinating historical 18th century georgian locations.Richmond (1825) is a place lost in time,this amazing & beautiful georgian village offers dozens & dozens of buildings to explore or simply walk or picnic on its riverbank.Bellerive bluff fort (1888) was built to protect a defenseless Hobart,walk along the rampards,check out the gaol cells,12 tonne cannons or admire the gorgeous views.Unwind with your favourite beverage as you soak up the magnificent 180 degree views from Mt Nelson signal station.MONA offers very intresting & unique gardens,luxury accommodation,bars,restaurants,music sound stage,even cemetery but it isn't your run of the mill museum or art gallery,it's art can challenge your humanity,ethics & taste but everyone comes out of MONA with some sense of wonderment

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.

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.

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

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.

Discover the past and modern-day highlights of Hobart on a 3-hour tour that combines a city history tour with a look around Salamanca and Battery Point.

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).

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.

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.

Floating Rest is a therapeutic technique known and used worldwide and has over 50 years of scientific research behind it. Quite simply, you float upon water that contain filtered, luke warm water, and in a futurist design environment with subtle light and soothing music. The water contains a hundred kilos of Epsom salt (Magnesium sulphate ) a natural mineral compound known for its therapeutic qualities for skin and muscles, the large amount of salt in the water allows you become buoyant. A sensation of weightlessness arises when your skin and the water blend in a sensory continuum. Floating helps you relax and unwind. Floating helps with whiplash, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and other conditions where people suffer from chronic stiffness, soreness, and sensitivity. It also increases focus and stamina , spiritual development and mental training for athletes.

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.

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.

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.

A city experience with a dash of country charm. Get acquainted with Hobart’s fascinating history and local life, backstreets, galleries, markets and street eats with an expert local host. Head to The Agrarian Kitchen for a sensational meal and a tour of the fabulous surrounds and finish with a visit to the peerless MONA. It’s best to explore the museum at your own pace and return to downtown via a wonderful scenic ferry.

Your Splendid! tour begins where the Hobart of today was founded. On this walk you will travel through history. Your local guide will offer fresh insights into the history and people of Hobart and show you special places of significance. The walk is an easy 2 hours and there are plenty of scenic views and photo opportunities.

The Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum is  an exact copy of the historic huts at Cape Denison, East Antarctica, which were used as the main base for two years by the Australasian Antarctic Expedition (AAE) of 1911-14 led by Australia's great Polar explorer Dr Douglas Mawson. Located on the Hobart water front just 150 metres from where Mawson's expedition departed on December 2 1911, the Musuem is rated on www.tripadvisor as the No 1 Museum in the city. It is also rated as one of the top 10 "Things To DO" in the  Tasmanian capital. Built and operated by Mawson's Huts Foundation, a not for profit charity established in 1997 expressly to conserve the fragile buildings that Mawson and his men occupied for two years, the Replica Museum helps to raise funds for the ongoing of the Cape Denison site. It is open 7 days a week

Discover more of the city and the countryside of Tasmania with the benefit of a private half-day tour from Hobart. Head up kunanyi/Mount Wellington for sweeping views, then travel south to see the apple and cherry orchards of the Huon Valley. Sample local honey, cider, and apple desserts, then return to Hobart for a look around the historic Battery Point, Salamanca, and Waterfront districts.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.