Port Arthur Historic Site Admission and Tour Options
Highlights & inclusions
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Step back in time at the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, one of Australia’s most compelling windows into its convict past. Once a prison for re-offending male convicts, Port Arthur offers a vivid insight into penal life, convict labour, and the colony’s early development.
Wander through over 30 historic buildings and ruins set within 100 acres of beautifully maintained gardens, and uncover stories that shaped the nation. Take in the scenic harbour cruise, a highlight of any visit, offering stunning views of the site from the water, including the Isle of the Dead and the remnants of Point Puer, Britain’s first purpose-built boys’ prison.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply seeking a remarkable day out, Port Arthur promises a memorable journey into Australia’s colonial heritage. This tour is an unmissable experience for local and international travellers alike.
Location
What you need to know
- Additional tours can be selected at check out:
- The 45 minute Essentials Tour is our most accessible guided tour providing the essential history and stories of Port Arthur
- The 90 minute Premium Tour delves deeper into the stories behind our iconic buildings and their fascinating past on this small group guided walk
- The 40 minute Isle of the Dead tour, step off the harbour cruise for a guided walking tour around the final resting place for over 1,000 convicts, soldiers, and free settlers
- The 60 minute Escapes tour, hear tales of the desperate convicts, determined to escape
- Access to the World Heritage Site, gardens, historic buildings, and ruins
- Self-guided audio experience
- 20-minute harbour cruise
- Map of the site
- Talks by expert guides, at iconic buildings, throughout the day
- Tours, as selected in options
- Open every day (except Christmas) from 9am until 5pm.
- This experience is approximately three to eight hours in duration.
- This experience departs from the Visitor Centre, Port Arthur Historic Site, 6973 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Tasmania
- The Port Arthur Historic Site is located at the southern end of the Tasman Peninsula, a 90 minute drive from Hobart
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Rain gear
- Headphones for the audio tour
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Recent reviews
Great place to visit but it was massive so come prepared!
Love how easy it was to use the booking system. And once we arrived it was quick and easy. Just tell them my last name with who we booked with. But do come prepared the place is huge. The cruise ride was pretty good and relaxed. They also had free tour for the day which was good!
