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A ‘must do’ in Hobart
We loved this tour! Our guide, John, was excellent, very knowledgeable and showed us aspects of Hobart that we had previously just walked past! We did the 3 hour tour, and it flew by it was so interesting!
Hobart Historic Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $27 / person
- Location
- Hobart, Australia
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 72 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Historic Hobart Tours
- Meeting point
- Tasmanian Travel & Information CentreCorner of Davey and Elizabeth Streets
Description
Discover Hobart by foot and hear fascinating stories of how Tasmania’s capital city was established and how it became the vibrant waterfront city it now is. Your local guide will identify the heritage listed buildings and tell the stories of the early characters and issues that were major influences in the early days of Hobart.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sat
- Start times
- 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 16–95)
- $27
- Child (ages 4–15)
- $18
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hobart Town Hall
The Hobart Historic Walk will provide an introduction to Hobart’s history and orientation of the city today. Identify the heritage listed buildings and hear the stories of the early characters and issues that were major influences in the early days of Hobart.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Small group tour
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
72 reviews
How it compares in Hobart
- No. 50 by number of reviews among 204 tours in Hobart
- Starting price $27 is 49% below the typical $53 for tours of similar length in Hobart
Excurgo comparison of 204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hobart Historic Walking Tour take?
Hobart Historic Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Hobart Historic Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $27 per person for this Hobart experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hobart Historic Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Saturdays, starting at 2:00 PM.
How much does Hobart Historic Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–15 pay from $18, adults from $27. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Hobart Historic Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre. Corner of Davey and Elizabeth Streets. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hobart Historic Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(72)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Historic Hobart
Richard, my guide, was delightful and so passionate about his subject. It was a perfect introduction to my time in Hobart and also helped me to get my bearings and find the lovely Deli/ Grocery store at the bottom of Salamanca.
M
Great intro to Hobart
Matthew was an extremely knowledgeable guide - very personable and provided a very pleasant walking tour
M
A great walk around Hobart
A truly fantastic walking tour. Richard was very knowledgeable and accommodating.
L
Informative tour
Learnt some interesting things about Hobart and the area we are staying in. Such old building and history. The history on the foreshore was amazing and can't believe it is built on water.
B
Great way to Learn about Hobart
We took a 3 hour walking tour of Hobart through Hobart Historic Tours. It was fantastic. A shout out to our guide, Richard, who was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Learned about the sandstone buildings downtown and the beautiful area up the hill called Battery Point. A great way to get your bearings in Hobart.
B
Hobart history brought alive
Diane is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic and ready to answer our questions. I learned a lot about the early power structures and ways of operation of the early colony.
M
Great tour
Great tour of Hobart with excellent tour guide Matthew who was extremely informative - you’ll learn far more about Hobart and its formation/development than you would do just wandering around.
1 people found this helpful
Q
Informative and fun way to learn about Hobart's beginnings!
A wonderful way to see the beautiful city and learn some amazing stories about prominent figures from our past! Our guide was fantastic and the stories made us laugh and also reflect on the hard times people endured to start a new colony.
Q
Good walking tour
Great introduction to Hobart’s history with our guide, Mathew. Some of group continued on the ‘grand tour’ for an extra 1 1/2hr, covering Battery Point.
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