Discover the Historic Village of Richmond on an afternoon tour departing from Hobart. Experience the nostalgia of Australia’s colonial days, see Richmond Gaol, and visit shops and galleries.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Explore one of Australia’s most unique and historic towns
- Stroll across the Richmond Bridge, the oldest convict built road bridge in Australia
- Visit the Richmond Goal and discover a range of unique shops, galleries, and restaurants
Full description
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.
Includes
- Hotel pick-up
- Transport in comfortable coach
- Driver/guide
- Free time in Richmond to explore
- Hotel drop off
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Meeting point
Brooke St Pier, Franklin Wharf, Hobart, Tasmania. Meet at the local operator’s counter within Brooke St Pier.
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