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Port Arthur Historic Site Entry Ticket

Activity provider: Port Arthur Historic Site

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The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site brings Australia’s early convict history to life. Site entry tickets are valid for two consecutive days and include a guided walking tour, harbor cruise, and access to historic ruins.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today.
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 2 days: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Enjoy a 40-minute introductory guided walking tour
Learn of the importance of the maritime history of the site with a 25-minute harbor cruise
Explore over 100-acres of the Historic Site with an entry ticket valid for two consecutive days
Discover how the penal colony operated with over 30 historic buildings and ruins onsite to explore

Full description

Enjoy full access to Port Arthur Historic Site on the Tasman Peninsula with an entry ticket valid for daytime entry for two consecutive days. Located 90 minutes from Hobart, the Historic Site has over 30 buildings, ruins and restored period homes set in 40 hectares of landscaped grounds. Discover fun, interactive experiences for all ages such as the Lottery of Life and the Museum and Convict Study Centre in the Asylum building. Explore the Convict Water Supply Trail and the Dockyard. Allow plenty of time to fully experience all that Port Arthur has to offer! Your admission includes a visitor guide with a map and a 40-minute guided walking tour that gives you a great introduction to Port Arthur, its people, and its past. As part of your admission, you can also enjoy a 25-minute harbor cruise on the MV Marana. The walking tours and cruises run several times a day, subject to availability.

Includes

Site Entry Ticket (valid for two consecutive days)
40-minute Introductory Guided Walking Tour
25-minute Harbor Cruise
Access to more than 30 historic buildings, ruins, gardens and restored houses on the site
Shuttle buggy service for people who may have restricted mobility

Food and drinks
Transport to and from the site
Any other optional tours at the site

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination

Meeting point

Port Arthur Historic Site, 6973 Arthur Hwy, Port Arthur TAS 7182, Australia

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

Select the Family Pass option when booking if your group includes 2 adults and up to 6 children ages 7-17
Entry ticket does not include Isle of Dead, Point Puer, or Ghost tours; these are available for purchase separately on GetYourGuide
Cruise ship passengers are not required to pay site entry
A shuttle buggy service for people with restricted mobility is available on site between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm daily with an extended service offered during summer
Walking tour and cruise departure times will be allocated on arrival or you can contact the local operator after booking

Port Arthur Historic Site Entry Ticket

Port Arthur Historic Site Entry Ticket

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Amazing. Learned so much and the guides were brilliant.