Port Arthur
- Address: Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Highway, Hobart
- Admission: Half-day pass starts at AU$30
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Port Arthur Reviews
We've found 103 Port Arthur reviews from Viator.com travelers and members: what they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved. It's all here to help you make the most of your next trip.
Review by E Miroshnikoff H, April 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
Absolutely fantastic! It was very informative and fun. The driver (sorry cannot remember his name ) was fabulous. He knew the area well xnd provided us with ideal commentary. He was not over the top or intrusive...very well done and we want to commend him. I have recommended your tours to all.
Review by George H B, April 2013
Doing what: Day Trip to Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Historic Site from Hobart
Although it was windy and a little cool for the season this was a great trip. The company is well organised and has excellent staff. The highlight was boat trip with magnificent scenery, seals, dolphins and killer whales as well as a myriad of seabirds. The boats are well equipped and passengers are given full protective suits against the weather. The crew were attentive and knowledgeable. The only downside of the trip was the fact that our small bus had a flat tyre on the way out from Hobart, disrupting the schedule. The tyre looked quite worn and the jack was inadequate for the job.
Review by Richard F, April 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
The Port Arthur Tour was my second visit and one highly recommended. It's a place that's very special and you feel the history and presence of 'convicts past' as you walk around the very large site. There's too much to do in one day (hence my return visit after many years). The drive from Hobart showed the effects of the Summer's bushfires and the devastation caused but nature was already re-establishing itself and many houses were in the process of being re-built. The tour was very good value and if you're interested in Social History (like myself), a 'must' to have an insight into Tasmania's past.
The Coach Tram Tour of Hobart was an extra and, although a novel experience, a bit disappointing. The tram was 'off-road' which meant having a minibus alternative, but the advantage of this is, we had access to the narrow streets of Battery Point, a significant historical part of the city. A visit to the Botanical Gardens was wonderful. Overall the tour was fine as an introduction to the sights and sounds of Hobart!
Review by Barbara S, United Kingdom, April 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
Great combined value. Two worthwhile tours.
City tour was on a modern coach as the tram was being repaired. However, that was probably a better option as the temperature was 29C and an air-conditioned coach was desirable. Both trips were very informative about the culture of Tasmania.
Review by Sarah A B, March 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
Excellent day out.
Review by S M I, March 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
Fantastic tour, very informative tour guide, Port Arthur well worth the trip, amazing history, definitely recommend this tour.
Review by Joyce Cameron F, March 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
The tours themselves were excellent and provided just the information and experiences we were seeking. The bus/tour drivers were knowledgeable, friendly helpful and
fun. Couldn't be better. Thank you
Review by timothy g, March 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
City tour gave a brief insight to the history of Hobart. The Port Arthur tour was excellent and very enlightening with reference to its history.
Review by Joan K, February 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
Port Arthur tour cancelled by fires.
City tour was good.
Review by Deirdre P, February 2013
Doing what: Grand Historical Port Arthur Walking Tour from Hobart
Very interesting and informative
Review by mika, February 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
I really needed two or three days, but overall it was great.
Review by Janny P, February 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
Combines the highlights of Hobart and the history of Port Arthur and Tasmania. Tour guides were fun and gave excellent commentaries along the way. Recommend this value for money tour.
Review by Resi J, February 2013
Doing what: Tasmania Super Saver: Hobart Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour plus Port Arthur Tour
Good trip and informative. Well done!
Review by John H, Australia, February 2013
Doing what: Port Arthur Ghost Tour
Such a beautiful place with an equally horrible history. Not a believer in ghosts or the supernatural but interesting to see the prison at night; eerie.
Review by Dee C, February 2013
Doing what: 4-Day Tasmania East Coast Tour from Launceston: Bay of Fires, Port Arthur and Hobart
The trip was pretty spectacular, I would have preferred to do more of the walking tracks rather than spend so much time at the devil farm or at the hostel, probably geared for younger people than me!
