Things to do in Hobart
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Bruny Island Day Tour: Lighthouse, Tastings & National ParkA full-day guided tour of Bruny Island departing Hobart at 7am, with hotel pickup and return, includes South Bruny National Park entry, a 30-minute guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse (heritage-listed, built 1836), beachside morning tea with Get Shucked oysters and three cheeses, one-course lunch at Hotel Bruny overlooking Sunset Beach, and tastings at Bruny Island Chocolate Company, Bruny Island Honey and a cheese shop. The guide is a local Tasmanian who leads the full day; the tour runs in an air-conditioned bus with ferry crossings included. Maximum 20 guests per departure. Children under 5 cannot climb the lighthouse stairs but can visit the museum at the base.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want a full-day itinerary that combines lighthouse access, multiple lookouts, and food tastings in one guided sequence starting from Hobart at 7am.
Bruny Island Full-Day Tour: Beaches, Rainforest & LighthouseA full-day guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart includes round-trip ferry transfers, an air-conditioned minivan, a local guide and national parks pass. The route is not fixed: your guide adjusts stops and timing based on weather and group preferences, so each day unfolds differently. Hotel pickup within 5km of Hobart CBD is included; the tour runs 10 hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the island's highlights without planning the route yourself — the guide adjusts the day around weather and what your group is interested in, so you get a custom experience within a full-day structure.
Hobart: Mount Wellington Summit Bus & Alpine WalksYou ride a shuttle bus from Hobart's waterfront up to Mount Wellington's 1270-metre summit, spend 30 minutes at the lookouts, then return — or use your all-day pass to hop off at any of five alpine walking stops and catch a later bus down. The pass includes guide commentary, a bushwalking map, and WiFi on board, so you choose whether to stay on for the full loop or break the journey into walks.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the summit views without driving yourself and the flexibility to add a walk or two without committing to a full day hike — the all-day pass means you control the pace, and the guide knows which tracks match the weather and your energy.
Bruny Island tasting tour: Cheese, oysters, wine from HobartA full-day gourmet tasting tour of Bruny Island departing from Hobart, where you visit artisan producers for cheese, wine, beer, oysters and fudge, walk through Mavista rainforest and pristine beaches, and finish with lunch and wine at Pennicott's beachside restaurant in Adventure Bay. A local guide leads a small group; hotel pickup and all food and drinks are included. Children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste your way across an island rather than just see it—the small group size and the time spent at each producer's site means you hear the stories behind what you're eating, not just the highlights. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean the day holds together without you planning the stops or driving between them.
Mt Wellington, Mt Field & Bonorong: Small Group Day TripYou’ll ride up windy Kunanyi for wild views over Hobart, walk beneath ancient trees at Mt Field National Park, meet Tasmanian devils at Bonorong Sanctuary, and end your day tasting scallop pies in historic Richmond village. It’s a mix of raw nature and small-town warmth that stays with you long after you leave.
Port Arthur & Richmond: Full-Day Tour with Harbour CruiseYou’ll trace convict footsteps at Port Arthur Historic Site, cruise Carnarvon Bay around Isle of the Dead, pause at Richmond Bridge for photos, and feel spray from Remarkable Caves before sweetening your day at a local chocolate factory. This isn’t just history — it’s laughter, weathered stone under your hands, and moments that stay with you.
Maria Island: Wildlife Cruise & Guided Walk with LunchYou’ll cruise along Maria Island’s wild coast spotting seals and maybe dolphins before stepping onto land for a guided walk through convict ruins dotted with wombats and kangaroos. Lunch is served at anchor in a peaceful bay with local wine or beer included. This tour feels personal—stories from guides, laughter over cake—and leaves you quietly changed by Tasmania’s wildness.
Hobart: Derwent River Harbour Cruise with Dinner & CommentaryYou board at Hobart's waterfront and spend 1–2 hours on the Derwent River, moving past landmarks like Tasman Bridge, Rose Bay, and Battery Point with a crew member narrating. Lunch and dinner cruises include meals; morning and afternoon cruises are shorter and lighter. Book the dinner cruise only if you can confirm eight passengers are going.Is it for me?Right for an afternoon or evening when you want to see Hobart from the water without arranging your own transport or navigation. The dinner cruise works best if you're a group of eight or more, since that's the minimum to run — otherwise, the lunch or afternoon cruise gives you the same river views on a shorter schedule.
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet: Day Trip from Hobart with Winery StopYou’ll start your journey near Hobart with fresh bakery treats before heading east for coastal walks and sweeping views over Wineglass Bay. Taste local seafood and wine at Devil’s Corner Winery, wander historic Richmond village, and end the day with city views from Rosny Hill — all with a friendly guide who knows their stuff.
Bruny Island: Wilderness Cruise Day Trip & Lunch from HobartYou’ll ride from Hobart to Bruny Island with a local guide, cruise beneath towering sea cliffs and into deep caves, spot seals or dolphins (if you’re lucky), then warm up with lunch at Adventure Bay. Expect cold winds, real stories, and views that stick with you long after you leave.
Tasman Peninsula: Wilderness Cruise & Port Arthur Day TourYou’ll ride a wilderness cruise along Tasmania’s wildest coastline, spot seals sunbathing under soaring cliffs, then walk through Port Arthur’s haunting ruins with time to explore at your own pace. Lunch is included and you’ll hear real local stories from your guide—expect moments that stick with you long after you’re back in Hobart.
Hobart: Kayak City Tour with Waterfront Lunch & Local GuideYou’ll paddle through Hobart’s working harbor with a local guide, glide past historic homes and tall ships, and eat fresh fish & chips right from your kayak. Expect close-up city views you can’t get on foot, easy conversation, maybe even spotting seals or dolphins if you’re lucky — plus plenty of small moments you’ll remember after you dry off.
Port Arthur & Tasman Peninsula: Day Tour with Harbour CruiseYou’ll taste local chocolate, stroll through lavender fields near Port Arthur, stand above wild cliffs at Maingon Bay, and drift across historic waters on a harbour cruise—all in one day trip from Hobart with pickup included. The mix of convict stories and salty air might just stay with you longer than you expect.
Hobart Wine Tour: 4 Cellar Doors & Chef Lunch in MercedesYou visit four cellar doors across Hobart's three wine valleys in a small group, with a chef-prepared lunch and cheese tasting included in the price. A driver handles the route in a luxury vehicle, so you taste without worrying about driving, and you can request favourite vineyards to be added to the itinerary. The whole day costs what's quoted — no hidden fees.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full wine valley day without arranging transport, picking wineries, or worrying about driving after tastings — the fixed route and included lunch mean you show up and the day unfolds without decisions.
Hobart to Peppermint Bay: Cruise & Degustation LunchYou’ll drift along Tasmania’s D’Entrecasteaux Channel from Hobart on a luxury catamaran, spot wildlife with your local guide, stroll garden paths in Woodbridge, then settle in for a long degustation lunch with Huon Valley produce and Bruny Island seafood before cruising home with new stories—and maybe even new friends.
Bruny Island: 3-Hour Wilderness Cruise & Wildlife SightingYou’ll board from Adventure Bay on Bruny Island for a three-hour wilderness cruise with a local guide who knows every cove and cliff. Feel ocean spray as you pass towering rocks, duck into deep-sea caves, watch seals lounging on ledges, and maybe spot dolphins or albatross overhead. It’s raw nature—sometimes loud, sometimes silent—and you’ll remember how it felt long after you’re back on land.
Hobart: Mt Wellington Summit Bike Descent & Rainforest RideYou’ll start high above Hobart with a breezy Mt Wellington summit bike descent before pausing for coffee at Lost Freight Cafe. Then coast through lush rainforest trails with your local guide pointing out wildlife and history along gentle dirt tracks. Expect fresh mountain air, some laughs over pastries, and moments you’ll keep replaying long after you’re home.
Hobart & kunanyi/Mt Wellington: Explorer Bus & City Hop-On Hop-OffYou’ll feel both small and lucky standing on kunanyi/Mt Wellington’s summit, then slip back into Hobart’s rhythm with unlimited hop-on hop-off access. Taste fresh market snacks at Salamanca Place, find quiet corners in the Botanical Gardens, or just let yourself wander — all with easy city transport sorted.
Hobart Harbour: Maxi Yacht Sailing & Mt Wellington ViewsYou’ll feel Hobart’s salty breeze as you sail its wide harbour aboard a real maxi yacht—with city views on one side and Mount Wellington looming ahead. Try your hand at winching or steering (if you dare), snack on fresh local treats with tea, watch for dolphins or seals alongside experienced crew, and catch those small moments only found at sea.
5 Day Tour Tasmania: Coast to Cradle MountainYou walk through five different landscapes — rainforest, alpine peaks, West Coast wilderness, granite beaches, and coastal bays — without arranging transport, park entries, or accommodation. The guide is eco-certified and adjusts the daily walks to your fitness level. Pickup and drop-off happen in Hobart CBD, and four nights of accommodation are included, so you show up and the logistics are handled.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Tasmania's major landscapes — rainforest, mountains, West Coast wilderness, and coastal bays — without arranging their own transport or park entries. The five days are active and involve daily walks of varying difficulty, so plan for a moderate pace and choose walks that match your fitness level each morning.
