Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of Hobart on this 2-hour small-group walking tour. Explore historic locations, learn about the city’s colonial roots, and hear fascinating stories of convicts, explorers, and entrepreneurs. Book now!
Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of Hobart on this 2-hour small-group walking tour. Explore historic locations, learn about the city’s colonial roots, and hear fascinating stories of convicts, explorers, and entrepreneurs. Book now!
Meet your guide outside the Henry Jones Art Hotel and then set off on your 2-hour walking tour to explore streets, buildings, people and history of Hobart. Elegant heritage listed buildings are in abundance on your tour route, and as you walk, your guide will point the details of the beautiful, well-preserved Georgian and Victorian architecture.
You’ll…
Meet your guide outside the Henry Jones Art Hotel and then set off on your 2-hour walking tour to explore streets, buildings, people and history of Hobart. Elegant heritage listed buildings are in abundance on your tour route, and as you walk, your guide will point the details of the beautiful, well-preserved Georgian and Victorian architecture.
You’ll enjoy the stories of the colonial beginnings of city, detailing the troubles and successes the British settlers experienced, as well as stories of the Indigenous people of the area and their responses to British invasion. Continue your walk through time and into town working your way up to the seat of power housing church, court and prison. Stroll through a city center park and be delighted – and amazed – at the statues and the stories behind them.
Then head down to another lovely park with a dark secret that many of the locals still don’t know about. Finally arrive at Salamanca Place – world famous for its Saturday markets, the oldest markets in Australia. Your guide will be happy to direct you to some favorite cafes for a reviving coffee after the tour.
Points of Interest
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Salamanca Market
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Hobart Walking Tours

- Professional local guide
- Professional local guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Enjoy an engaging 2-hour small-group walking tour of Hobart led by a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Discover the historic Hunter Street, the Hobart waterfront, the charming Salamanca Place, and other notable city landmarks. As you stroll, uncover the history of this modern city and its colonial origins, while admiring the finest Georgian and…
Enjoy an engaging 2-hour small-group walking tour of Hobart led by a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Discover the historic Hunter Street, the Hobart waterfront, the charming Salamanca Place, and other notable city landmarks. As you stroll, uncover the history of this modern city and its colonial origins, while admiring the finest Georgian and Victorian architecture. Listen to captivating tales of the industrious convicts, explorers, entrepreneurs, villains, and heroes who shaped this convict-built city, and fall in love with the scenic beauty of Hobart.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- This is a 2-hour walking tour along city pavements
- There are places to sit or perch along the route
- Wheelchair accessible along city pavements - if assistance is required, guest must provide their own carer
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.