Port Arthur Historic Site

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, located 90 minutes’ drive from Hobart is Australia’s most intact and evocative convict site. There is a lot to see and do with more than 30 historic buildings and ruins to explore over 100 acres so you’ll want to allow a minimum of three to four hours.

Your site entry ticket is valid for two consecutive days and includes a self-guided audio experience, complimentary site talks by expert guides at key locations throughout the day, a harbour cruise, access to the Port Arthur Gallery, house museums, and the gardens. Additional tours include the small group Commandant’s tour, the Isle of the Dead Cemetery Tour, or hear of the many escape attempts with the Escape from Port Arthur tour. Visitors can cover the highlights of the history over fairly even ground in the Convict Tour.

Everyone is welcome to dine in the Port Arthur café, open daily from 9 am – 5 pm in the Port Arthur Visitor Centre.

Port Arthur Historic Site is open every day from 9 am to 5 pm (closed Christmas Day).

Facilities

Bar Barbeque Boating Facilities Cafe Carpark Coach Parking Conference/Convention Facilities Enquiry Desk Family Friendly Food and Refreshments Gallery / Museum Interactive Centre Interpretive Centre Kiosk Lawn / Gardens Lockers Lookouts Non Smoking Parents Room Pet Friendly Picnic Area Public Telephone Public Toilet Restaurant Shop / Gift Shop

Internet Access

Free Wifi

Activities

Boating Walks

Disabled Assistance

Caters for challenges with learning and communication Caters for limited mobility Caters for people with allergies and intolerances. Wheelchair access

Membership

Australian Museums and Galleries Association Australian Tourism Export Council Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation

Accreditation

ATEC COVID Ready/ WTTC Safe Travels Stamp ATEC India Host Australian Tourism Accreditation China Ready Accreditation COVID Clean Practicing Business COVID Safe Rainbow Tasmania Tourism Accreditation World Heritage

Rates

From AU$47.00

All Site Entry passes are valid for daytime entry for two consecutive days, include complimentary site talks, harbour cruise and an audio experience.

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