Kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Richmond Village tour from Hobart
Two Hobart landmarks in one morning: the summit views, then the village on your own time
A 7-hour combo tour from Hobart combines Kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Richmond Village, with an experienced guide and live commentary. You'll ride to the 1270-meter summit for 40 minutes of panoramic views, then spend three hours exploring Richmond Village's historic streets, convict-era architecture and local shops at your own pace, with a free walking map and exclusive discounts provided.
Step-by-step itinerary
Kunanyi and Richmond Village tour
- Arrive at Brooke Street Pier
- Travel to kunanyi/Mt Wellington summit
- Pass through South Hobart and Fern Tree
- Explore summit lookout for 40 minutes
- Return to Hobart city via Alpine scenery
- Enjoy 30 minutes free time at Hobart Waterfront
- Depart Brooke Street Pier for Richmond tour
- Cross Tasman Bridge to eastern shore
- Visit Richmond Bridge and oldest Catholic Church
- Spend 3 hours exploring Richmond Village
What’s included
- Experienced local driver and guide with live commentary.
- exclusive discounts at Richmond Village shops, cafes and attractions.
- free walking map of Richmond Village.
- 40 minutes at the summit of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
- free Wi-Fi on board.
- transportation in a purpose-built sightseeing bus.
Times
- Every day except Saturday 09:30
Before you book
Operated by Coal River Valley Explorer Bus
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The experience
The tour departs Brooke Street Pier at 9:30 am for a 50-minute drive through South Hobart's Georgian architecture and the mountain suburb of Fern Tree to reach Kunanyi/Mt Wellington. At the summit, you have 40 minutes to walk the lookout and observation decks and take in the views across Hobart and its surrounding suburbs (weather permitting). The descent takes another 50 minutes, with the alpine scenery visible from both sides of the bus, and you may spot some of the hundreds of animals that live on the mountain.
After a 30-minute break at Brooke Street Pier to explore the waterfront, you board the Coal River Valley Explorer Bus at 12:30 pm for the Richmond leg. The route crosses the Tasman Bridge to the eastern shore, then arrives at Richmond Village. The Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823, is Australia's oldest bridge still in use. You get three hours of free time to wander the village's historic streets, visit Australia's oldest Catholic Church, browse antique and giftware shops, and stop at local cafes. A free walking map is provided, and you'll have access to exclusive discounts at some of Richmond's best shops, cafes and attractions.
The tour includes an experienced local guide with live, informative commentary throughout, plus free Wi-Fi on board. All transportation is wheelchair accessible, and the tour suits all fitness levels. Arrive at Brooke Street Pier at least 10 minutes before the 9:30 am start.
Is this one for you?This tour works well for a first-time visitor to Hobart with a free morning and early afternoon, combining two of the region's main landmarks without needing to arrange separate transport or plan the route yourself. The fixed schedule and included guide commentary mean you get context for what you're seeing, while the three hours in Richmond Village give you space to explore at your own pace without feeling rushed.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 16 years); Infant (under 6): free.
What's the view like from the summit of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington?
Kunanyi/Mt Wellington stands at 1270 meters and offers panoramic views across Hobart and its surrounding suburbs from the lookout and observation decks. The views depend on weather conditions on the day you visit.
How much time do I actually get to explore Richmond Village?
You have approximately three hours of free time to walk around Richmond Village at your own pace, visiting shops, cafes and historic sites. A free walking map is provided to guide you.
What is the Richmond Bridge and why is it significant?
The Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823, is Australia's oldest bridge still in use. It crosses the Coal River and is one of Richmond Village's most recognizable landmarks.
Does the tour include meals or drinks?
Food and beverages are not included, but you'll have three hours of free time in Richmond Village where you can visit local cafes, and there are cafes at Brooke Street Pier during your 30-minute break after the mountain portion.
What happens if the weather is bad at the summit?
The 40-minute stop at the summit is subject to weather conditions on the day. You'll still visit the lookout and observation decks, though panoramic views may be limited in poor visibility.
Kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Richmond Village tour from Hobart
7h · EN
from AU$ 110 per person
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