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Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

1. Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Get the perfect introduction to Hobart aboard the official sightseeing bus and see the best sights and attractions on a 90-minute loop. Enjoy unobstructed views from the top deck of the open-top double decker bus, and avail of the informative commentary in English, with an 7 additional languages on selected buses. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours from the time you first board, and buses run from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, 7 days a week. Hop on and off at your leisure to discover a range of visitor attractions to suit everyone! • Brooke Street Pier • Salamanca Place • Princes Park • Battery Point • St Georges Church • St Georges Terrace • Wrest Point Casino • Sandy Bay Village • Cascade Brewery • Female Factory • South Hobart Village • Village Cinema • Hobart CBD • Tasmanian Museum & Art Gallery and Maritime Museum of Tasmania • Hobart Convict Penitentiary • Aquatic Centre • Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens • Victoria Docks

From Hobart: Richmond Village Return Shuttle

2. From Hobart: Richmond Village Return Shuttle

Take a return shuttle and travel back in time to the village of Richmond, home to convict-built churches and Australia's oldest bridge. Drive through Coal Valley, Southern Tasmania's wine region, to Richmond, a quaint village full of historic sights, antique and giftware shops, and charming cafes. Depart from the meeting point and drive through the picturesque Coal Valley. On the way to Richmond, enjoy fun and informative commentary from your driver. Once arriving in Richmond, have a couple hours to explore the village at your own leisure. Use the provided walking map to help you orient yourself and get to know Richmond better. Check out historic sights, admire heritage buildings, browse galleries, shop in boutiques, and relax at a cafe before meeting at the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre Bus Stop to go back to Hobart.

48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

3. 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart, choose from 20 different stops featuring the best sights and attractions in and around Hobart. Hop-on and Hop-off as many times as you like, or stay on board and do the 90 minute city loop tour, the choice is yours. The open top double decker bus provides unrivalled views of all the top attractions.  Enjoy professional and informative commentary that is available in English or, on select buses, a choice of 7 additional languages including French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, and Spanish. Complimentary earphones are available from your driver. The City Loop operates between 20 popular locations including the MONA ferry terminal at Brooke Street Pier, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Wrest Point Casino, Sandy Bay Village, Cascade Brewery, Cascades Female Factory, Hobart CBD, Tasmanian Museum & Art Gallery, Maritime Museum of Tasmania, The Tench Penitentiary Chapel, Hobart Aquatic Centre, The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, and Victoria Docks. Your ticket is valid for 48 hours from the time you first board. Red Decker operates 7 days a week. City Loop buses operate between 9:00 to 16:30. Board the bus at any of our stops throughout the day.

Hobart: Richmond Village Shuttle

4. Hobart: Richmond Village Shuttle

We'll travel by bus through the Coal River Valley, Southern Tasmania's premier wine region. Journey back in time, to the historical village of Richmond, home to Australia's oldest bridge, Catholic Church, and gaol. Richmond is a little village full of historical sites, antique and giftware shops and great cafes. Its a 3.5 hour return tour with 2.5 hours (approx.) in Richmond Village to explore at your own leisure. Passengers also receive a handy walking map with exclusive discounts for some of Richmond’s best shops, cafes, and attractions! Show your ticket and save.

Historic Richmond Village Half-Day Coach Tour

5. Historic Richmond Village Half-Day Coach Tour

Nowhere else in Tasmania is the romance and nostalgic charm of the colonial days more alive than in the beautiful setting of Richmond. Embark on a half-day coach tour to explore the highlights of this historic village.  Benefit from hotel pick-up or join the tour from a central meeting point. Journey out of Hobart via the Brooker Highway, passing North Hobart and New Town. Richmond is one of Australia's most unique and historic towns, dating from the 1820s. Cross the Richmond Bridge, the oldest convict built road bridge in Australia, and visit Richmond Gaol, operational since 1826.  Explore the village of Richmond to see convict-built homes, classic Georgian mansions and small cottages, many unique shops, galleries, and restaurants. Taste some Coal Valley region wines and local produce (at own expense), shop, or relax! Whatever you choose, there will be plenty of time to explore before the return journey to Hobart. Tour concludes with drop-off to Brooke Street Pier, in central Hobart. 

Hobart: Nipaluna Half-Day Highlights Tour with Market Visit

6. Hobart: Nipaluna Half-Day Highlights Tour with Market Visit

Enjoy Hobart’s spectacular backdrop, kunanyi (Mt. Wellington). Breathe in the pristine Tasmanian air as we drive up the 1272m to the pinnacle where you will be greeted by the very best view of Hobart and surrounds. Up there you will have 30 minutes to explore the short boardwalks lookouts or spend your time in the observation and information shelter. Step back in time as you explore Richmond, a quaint little township nestled in the heart of the Coal Valley wine region. Walk the streets of this iconic township which is rich in convict history, sandstone colonial buildings and home to Australia’s oldest bridge, catholic church and oldest intact gaol. A great place to sample some local food and wine, have some lunch and visit the many quaint local art and craft shops. A city loop with fully guided commentary as we drive you around the streets of nipaluna (Hobart). It covers all the important locations and landmarks across the Hobart CBD and beyond. Expect to see Salamanca Place, Parliament House, Cascade Brewery, Female Factory, Battery Point, Tasman Bridge and many more. On Saturday's (only) we will have a 75 minute stop at Hobart's most visited tourist attraction the Salamanca market. With 300 stallholders, the market includes fresh local produce, delicious home grown food and drink and lots of souvenirs, gifts and many handmade products. A true cultural experience.

Tasmanian Tales – Hobart and Richmond

7. Tasmanian Tales – Hobart and Richmond

Embark on an unforgettable 3-and-a-half-hour tour that will take you on a scenic journey through the captivating city of Hobart and its surrounding areas. This carefully curated tour combines the best of historical landmarks, natural beauty, and cultural experiences, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the region’s rich heritage. Explore the charming neighbourhoods of Battery Point and Sandy Bay, and drive by iconic landmarks like Cascade Brewery and Cascade Female Factory while your guide shares tales of the early settlers. A stop at Mt. Nelson’s summit provides awe-inspiring panoramic views of Hobart, the Derwent River, and the sprawling landscape beyond. Discover the historical significance of this site, which once served as a vital communication hub during the early days of European settlement, connecting Hobart to the rest of the world. Finally, spend an hour and a half in the picturesque town of Richmond, known for its Georgian architecture and historic Richmond Bridge. Learn about the rich history and natural beauty of this remarkable region and hear captivating stories of the harsh conditions endured by the convicts and the efforts made towards their reform. Comfortable transportation, comprehensive history, and ample time to explore Richmond for an unforgettable experience.

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What people are saying about Hobart

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 1,101 reviews

It was a very informative and enjoyable experience! We were learnt a lot about Hobart, which also gave other options of things to do and places to visit while we were here. It is was great that it lasted for 2 days as well, as one day we sat through the whole trip and learnt about everything, and the next we hopped off to explore the the places which interested us! Highly recommend.

Easy travel and good commentary on the trip explaining the history of the area you can explore different places of Hobart if you have time to get on and off the bus

Comfortable bus. Very good 90 minute 20 stops city tour with interesting commentary. Very friendly and approachable double decker drivers.

Informative and friendly and helpful drivers. A good way of getting around a city you are unfamiliar with.

The commentary was informative and the drivers were very helpful.