What to do and see in Tasmania, Australia: The Best Hop-On Hop-Off Tours

September 27, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Tasmania (/tæzˈmeɪniə/; abbreviated as Tas and known colloquially as Tassie) is an island state of Australia. It is located 240 km (150 mi) to the south of the Australian mainland, separated by the Bass Strait. The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the 26th-largest island in the world, and the surrounding 334 islands. The state has a population of around 519,100 as of June 2016, just over forty percent of which resides in the Greater Hobart precinct, which forms the metropolitan area of the state capital and largest city, Hobart.
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1. Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

4 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
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This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour! Starting with the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus, you'll travel 1270 metres above sea level, experience spectacular views over Hobart and beyond. The 2-hour return trip includes 30-minutes to explore the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, you also have the option to hop-on and hop-off at multiple bus stops where you’ll find a wide range of bushwalking tracks to explore. Return to the city and join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart. Hop-on and experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard to complete the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city. Includes a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass (valid all day) and a 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket.

Inclusions: 48-hour Red Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket, kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all day (English commentary), A complimentary copy of Red Decker's The Official Sightseeing Guide to Hobart, Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By ShweeV

Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Comfortable bus. Gorgeous views. Super convenient. Highly recommend! We were even lucky enough to experience some snow on the mountain!

2. Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour

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This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour! Starting with the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus, you'll travel 1270 metres above sea level, experience spectacular views over Hobart and beyond. The 2-hour return trip includes 30-minutes to explore the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, you also have the option to hop-on and hop-off at multiple bus stops where you’ll find a wide range of bushwalking tracks to explore. Return to the city and join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart. Hop-on and experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard to complete the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city. Includes a 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket and a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass (valid all day).

Inclusions: 48-hour Red Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket, kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all day (English commentary) , A complimentary copy of Red Decker's The Official Sightseeing Guide to Hobart, Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Entrance fees

Reviewed By rubybish0p

We were looking for a self guided way to see Hobart in a day and this was great fun. Good value, especially if you use your 24 hour ticket for the full period and a great way to fill a day.

3. Kunany / Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - 2 Hour Return Tour

4 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the official shuttle bus for kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Join us as we travel 1270 metres above sea level to experience spectacular views over Hobart and southern Tasmania. The 2-hr return tour includes 30 minutes to take in the views from the lookouts and observation shelter at the summit. Buses depart daily from Hobart’s waterfront. OR, if you’re looking for a little more adventure, you have the option to hop-on and hop-off at 5 Wellington Park bus stops where you’ll find a variety of alpine walking tracks to explore. Enjoy kunanyi / Mount Wellington at your own pace, then hop-on a later bus to return to Hobart. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus is the only tour company with exclusive access to kunanyi / Mount Wellington when Pinnacle Road is closed due to snow. Tour includes informative local guide commentary and a complimentary bushwalking map. Bus pass valid all day. Buses are wheelchair accessible and can carry mountain bikes.

Inclusions: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass, valid all-day, Informative local guide commentary, Access to Wellington Park and the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bike freight ($10 per bike)

Reviewed By aaft2021

It was great value for money. The guide (Rick) had extensive knowledge and shared some amazing stories. Trip was just long enough to get a feel of the breathtaking Tassie landscape. Highly recommended.

4. Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Cascade Brewery Tour

Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre, 20 Davey St (and Elizabeth Mall Information Hub, Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Red Decker
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Join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart bound for Australia's oldest brewery, Cascade Brewery. Hop-off and enjoy a thirst-quenching tour that explores the beer brewing process, heritage gardens and historic buildings, finishing with complimentary product tastings. Hop back on the bus and experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard to complete the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city. Informative commentary is available in 8 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish. Red Decker Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket is valid for 48hrs. Allow 1.5 hours for the Cascade Brewery Tour and product tastings.

Inclusions: 1.5-hour Cascade Brewery Tour + free beer tastings (English commentary), A free copy of Red Decker's The Official Sightseeing Guide to Hobart, 48-hour hop-on hop-off city loop ticket, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By rubybish0p

We were looking for a self guided way to see Hobart in a day and this was great fun. Good value, especially if you use your 24 hour ticket for the full period and a great way to fill a day.

5. Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Red Decker is the Official Sightseeing Tour of Hobart. Hop-on and explore Hobart at your own pace. Tickets are valid for 24 or 48 hours. Experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart's sights and attractions from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard for the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city including Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Wrest Point Casino, Cascade Brewery and the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Professional, informative commentary is available in 8 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish. Wheelchair accessible.

Inclusions: 24-hour or 48-hour hop-on hop-off city loop ticket, A free copy of Red Decker’s The Official Sightseeing Guide to Hobart, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By rubybish0p

We were looking for a self guided way to see Hobart in a day and this was great fun. Good value, especially if you use your 24 hour ticket for the full period and a great way to fill a day.

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