What to do and see in Hobart, Tasmania: The Best Day Trips from

November 21, 2021 Karren Gelb

Perched on Tasmania’s southeastern coast, the lively city of Hobart is a unique mash-up of the 19th and 21st centuries. The waterfront cafes, restaurants and studios of the largest city in Tasmania are housed in centuries-old converted warehouses that overlook a harbor bustling with yachts and fishing boats. An active arts scene, vibrant nightlife and leisurely daytime pace add to the city’s charm.
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1. Tasmanian Whisky Distillery Tour

Brooke Street Pier, 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Drink Tasmania Premium Tours
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Drink Tasmania’s full day Whisky Tour departs from Hobart and gives you the opportunity to visit 3 distilleries in a single day. While being driven and guided through spectacular Tasmanian landscapes from the Coal Valley to the Southern Midlands to the Tasmanian Highlands you'll be able to taste up to a dozen Tasmanian single malt whiskies and spirits, meet the whisky makers and to go behind the scenes of the distillation process. We visit different distilleries on different days of the week depending on availability, however we will always ensure we create the best and most diverse experience available for our guests on any given day.

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Reviewed By O4218SIrob

An excellent tour with insights into the development of whiskey making in Tasmania. A very full and wonderful day meeting some of the finest whiskey makers in Tasmania.

2. Maria Island Active Day Trip from Hobart

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Step back in time, slow down and enjoy a big day out on this island National Park. Maria Island has a diverse range of highlights including convict history, spectacular coastal cliffs and deserted beaches. Access to the island is by Ferry for foot passengers only (no cars on this island). Bring your comfortable walking shoes ready to stretch your legs and explore this island paradise. Highlights • Explore Maria Island National Park (6hrs) • Watch for Dolphins & Whales on the ferry journey (30 mins each way) • Walk to amazing “Painted Cliffs” and wander amongst the unusual rock formation • Enjoy spectacular views as walk to the “Fossil Cliffs” • Explore and discover the geological history amongst the exposed fossils • Discover and the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site • Be amazed at the abundant wildlife enjoying life on their extraordinary island • Relax and take in all the stunning secluded bays and beaches in this paradise setting

Inclusions: Return Ferry crossing fee, National Park entrance fees, Professional guides and interpretive walks , Small, friendly groups, Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement, We offer a Hotel pick up from most central city Hotels and Hostels

Exclusions: Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour), We do not offer pick ups from Air BnB’s and private residences

Reviewed By K1567AQjosephf

3/5 would probably suggest a pretty average experience but I would have actually given it a lot higher if they had gone through with the Mt Wellington section of the tour that we paid for. Through no fault of their own the roads were closed and had been for days before our tour but we were only informed of it while we were on the bus. We do feel Tours Tasmania misrepresented this and could have called/emailed ahead and given us the option to pull out or reduced fee. Mt Nelson was a poor substitute at best. That being said, our guide David was exceptional and really saved the tour for us. He was friendly, knowledgeable and loved to talk about everything in his city. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and learning from him. Overall, we feel the company did a bit of a bait and switch on us but David did manage to salvage the day to an extent. I'd recommend checking all locations are available before registering a tour with these guys.

3. Private Luxury-Eco Tour

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Drink Tasmania is now available to accommodate customised private tours from Hobart in our luxury, fully electric Tesla Model S sedan. Do you have a special celebration that requires a uniquely memorable experience that you are looking to organise in Tasmania? We can arrange single day or multi-day tours for the avid whisky or wine aficionado’s that want the absolute in-depth experience of everything Tasmania has to offer, including visiting places that aren’t on our public tours. We can cater for small groups of 3 people (4 maximum), on single or multi-day tours. We are experienced in helping you with a special day such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries and even in helping set the scene for that special intimate moment, such as for marriage proposals. If you have a birthday or wedding anniversary or would simply prefer to tour privately, we can customise this tour to your tastes and preferences.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Coffee and/or Tea, Brunch, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By O4218SIrob

An excellent tour with insights into the development of whiskey making in Tasmania. A very full and wonderful day meeting some of the finest whiskey makers in Tasmania.

4. Boutique Gin Tour

Brooke Street Pier, 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Drink Tasmania Premium Tours
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Visit 3 Tasmanian gin distilleries and 1 winery on Tasmania’s first dedicated Gin Tour! Smell, touch and taste unique botanicals that make up the many varieties of world class Tasmanian gin. Gin tastings, lunch and wine tasting included. Join us $259 per person.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By O4218SIrob

An excellent tour with insights into the development of whiskey making in Tasmania. A very full and wonderful day meeting some of the finest whiskey makers in Tasmania.

5. Small-Group Day Trip from Hobart: Tasmania Convict Trail and Port Arthur

Hobart TAS, Australia Tours Around Tasmania
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Explore Tasmania’s rich convict history on this full day tour from Hobart. On this approximately 7-hour round trip from Hobart you will travel south to the Tasman Peninsula to see its stunning coastal rock formations and visit the World Heritage-listed, Port Arthur Historic Site. Before returning to Hobart you will visit the historic village of Richmond with its elegant Georgian architecture, convict-constructed bridge and collection of galleries, craft boutiques and museums. If you prefer, and with time and weather permitting, there is an option to add in a trip to the pinnacle of Mt Wellington or for an additional expense visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo wildlife park. You will be travelling in a group with no more than 20 people.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minibus or small bus, Port pickup and drop-off, Hotel pickup and drop-off (central Hobart hotels only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless a city central hotel)

Reviewed By 614yijung

Amazing view on the mountain Wellington and the trip is flexible depending on the weather of the day and the tour guide and very friendly. There are many lovely animals in the zoom including Tasmania devil and Wombat, and Richmond is definitely worth visiting, and if we could stay longer at these spots would be even better.

6. Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

Hobart, Hobart, Greater Hobart, Tasmania iWander Tasmania
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Summit Mt.Wellington before enjoying a scenic drive along the Derwent River to Mt. Field National Park. Visit Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and end the day strolling the historic streets of Richmond. All entry fees are paid for. Size:11 Guests max per tour Inclusions: Mt. Field entry fee Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary entry fee Hotel pickup/drop off Small group Local Guide

Inclusions: National Park fees, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By remora1

This excursion was awesome. Our guide, Keygan, did a great job describing the sites and sharing the history. Great story teller of Hobart’s past! We drove through Hobart (we also had a brief tour of the streets and old homes on the way back to ship) on the way to Borongo Sanctuary. Our guide stayed with us at the sanctuary and pointed out the animals and talked about them. The sanctuary exceeded our expectations. We had plenty of time to wander about with the animals - especially the Roos. We went to Richmond where we had lunch (on our own). Quaint town. Then on to Mt Wellington - great views. Then to Cascade Brewery for a sampling. We had wonderful personal service and plenty of time at each stop. Highly recommend iWander Tasmania for your visit to Tasmania.

7. Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village

Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Historic Richmond
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Full day, small group tour experience from Hobart to Wineglass Bay via the Historic Townships of Richmond & Buckland to Freycinet National Park and learn the convict history of Tasmania’s past. Travel through the seaside towns of Orford, Swansea and Coles Bay taking in amazing coastal views. Explore Tasmania’s oldest National Park & discover stunning beaches, sheltered coves & amazing rock formations.  Walk to Wineglass Bay lookout  for spectacular views. Meet local wildlife & indulge on local seafood at the marine farm and spoil yourself on the way back to Hobart with homemade jams, sweets and ice cream at a local berry farm.

Inclusions: Guided tour to all visited locations, Friendly, knowledgeable local guide with a passion for the environment, tourism and making your experience memorable, National Parks Pass Fee, Pick up and drop off from greater Hobart accommodation, Travel in comfort in new 11 seat, air conditioned bus

Exclusions: Meals and drinks but there is plenty of opportunity to buy food along the way

Reviewed By MichelleIsles

I have done a few tours during my stay in Hobart. Some of the tour guides were just meh and you knew it was just work for them. It was merely driving people around and off they go. But Alex was different. It felt like he was showing the place to his family! Wasn’t rushing things and sent text reminders before the tour. Very personalised! He took time to tell us bits and pieces throughout the trip. And walked with us even after all that driving! Immensely enjoyed this trip. And I think it was really cheap for what it was. Great value for money!

8. Tasmanian Wine Tour

Brooke Street Pier, 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Drink Tasmania Premium Tours
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On our full day Wine Tour we visit 5 of southern Tasmania’s best wine producers. You'll have the opportunity to meet some of the winemakers and taste a range of award winning, hand crafted, cool climate wines. Tastings may include world class sparkling wines, crisp cool climate white wines and velvety, seductive reds. During vintage you'll see grapes being processed and wines fermented, throughout the year you'll see grapes growing in the vineyard and wines maturing in barrel rooms. You may be lucky enough to try wine direct from the tanks or the barrels, depending on the time of the year and what the winemaker is working on that day. Expect a day packed full of wine tasting, tours, conversations and even some local cheeses thrown in for good measure. Please note detailed tour destinations are an example only. Sometimes we have to change the places we visit on our tours dependant on industry demands and availability. Rest assured - you'll always be going to the tastiest places!

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By O4218SIrob

An excellent tour with insights into the development of whiskey making in Tasmania. A very full and wonderful day meeting some of the finest whiskey makers in Tasmania.

9. Signature Tour

Brooke Street Pier, 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Drink Tasmania Premium Tours
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4.9 based on 31 reviews

This full day tour is designed to treat you to the best of Tasmania’s award-winning craft beverages! Our Drink Tasmania Signature Tour takes you to 6 of southern Tasmania's best craft beverage experiences in the Huon and The Coal River Valley, plus a number of special stop-ins along the way. You'll get to experience the finest of Tasmania's whisky, wine, beer and cider all in one fabulous day! Please note the detailed tour destinations are an example only. Sometimes we have to change the places we visit on our tours dependant on industry demands and availability. Rest assured - you'll always be going to the tastiest places!

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Reviewed By O4218SIrob

An excellent tour with insights into the development of whiskey making in Tasmania. A very full and wonderful day meeting some of the finest whiskey makers in Tasmania.

10. Port Arthur and Tassie Devils Active Day Tour from Hobart

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Our tours offer guests an active day walking in nature while enjoying the beautiful surrounds . Tour itineraries are fast paced and active designed to fit in as much as possible into the day, including hiking, sightseeing, and many stops along the way. We do offer shorter walking options for our guests wanting an easier day out. Highlights • Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (2.5 hours) • Explore the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo • Experience the ferocious action of a Tasmanian Devil feeding! • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk (easy grade 2km) • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch • Enjoy the stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline” • Sample the local chocolates made at Federation Chocolate Factory • Visit historic Richmond Village • Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout

Inclusions: Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee, Tassie Devil Feeding , Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee, Guided walking tour of Port Arthur Historic Site, Port Arthur Harbor Cruise, Professional guides & interpretation , Small, friendly groups, Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement, We offer a Hotel pickup from most central city hotels and Hostels.

Exclusions: Food and drinks: You can find restaurants to choose from to suit budget at The Historic Site. , We do not offer pickups from Air Bnb's and private residences.

Reviewed By K1567AQjosephf

3/5 would probably suggest a pretty average experience but I would have actually given it a lot higher if they had gone through with the Mt Wellington section of the tour that we paid for. Through no fault of their own the roads were closed and had been for days before our tour but we were only informed of it while we were on the bus. We do feel Tours Tasmania misrepresented this and could have called/emailed ahead and given us the option to pull out or reduced fee. Mt Nelson was a poor substitute at best. That being said, our guide David was exceptional and really saved the tour for us. He was friendly, knowledgeable and loved to talk about everything in his city. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and learning from him. Overall, we feel the company did a bit of a bait and switch on us but David did manage to salvage the day to an extent. I'd recommend checking all locations are available before registering a tour with these guys.

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