The 15 best things to do in Hobart (2026)

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   1. kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)

   Outty Ranking92

   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 2.5 h. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 1,388 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $36, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

   Outty Ranking87

   Discover the perfect blend of nature and local produce on a full-day, guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart. This active tour offers easy to moderate level activities that allow you to explore the island's beaches, nat. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.8/5 from 1,470 traveler reviews, 10h from $129, free cancellation.

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   3. Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks

   Outty Ranking87

   Award winning day tour of Maria Island National Park to view seals, dolphins, wombats, kangaroos, eagles, wallabies, albatross and whales (during migration), famous geology and UNESCO convict history. Your tour will depa. Exceptional at 87/100, 5.0/5 from 637 traveler reviews, 8h from $170, free cancellation.

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

   Outty Ranking86

   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. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 797 traveler reviews, 9h from $135, free cancellation.

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   5. All Inclusive Bruny Island Day Tour Plus Guided Lighthouse Tour

   Outty Ranking86

   Experience the very best of Bruny Island on an all-inclusive day tour departing Hobart daily. Enjoy an exclusive guided tour inside the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, panoramic ocean vistas from Truganini Lookout at Th. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.8/5 from 3,181 traveler reviews, 10h from $200, free cancellation.

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

   Outty Ranking85

   Begin with a relaxing 20-minute stop at a local bakery near Hobart — perfect for breakfast and coffee. Travel the scenic Great Eastern Drive, passing farmland and forest. Stop at Raspins Beach for views of Maria Island a. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.8/5 from 537 traveler reviews, 10.5h from $125, free cancellation.

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   7. Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise

   Outty Ranking84

   Looking to visit the multi-award winning UNESCO World Heritage Site Port Arthur? Want the added bonus of visiting some Tasman Peninsula highlights? Or simply just need transportation to the area? Then we have you covered. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.8/5 from 393 traveler reviews, 8h from $36, free cancellation.

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   8. Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart

   Outty Ranking83

   Taste your way across Bruny Island visiting some of our renowned artisan producers on an all inclusive adventure whilst discovering the spectacular scenery and cultural heritage of Tasmania's favourite island. Be prepar. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 833 traveler reviews, 9.8h from $207, free cancellation.

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   9. Valleys of Vino Full Day Tour

   Outty Ranking83

   Enjoy the comforts of our luxury Mercedes vehicles. Unlike others we include a chef-prepared lunch in our tour price. There are no hidden extra costs. We stop at 4 cellar doors and vary the cellar doors weekly. We also t. Exceptional at 83/100, 5.0/5 from 367 traveler reviews, 6h from $161, free cancellation.

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    10. Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park

    Outty Ranking82

    This full day tour from Hobart has been designed to allow as much time as possible to explore Port Arthur. Formerly a convict site, Port Arthur is bursting with history and today boasts a landscape of natural beauty, sce. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.7/5 from 683 traveler reviews, 9h from $129, free cancellation.

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    11. 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania

    Outty Ranking82

    Visit 2 of the 3 Wine regions surrounding Hobart - Derwent Valley / Coal River Valley & Huon Valley/ Channel. Open guided wine tours run every booked day, excluding Sundays, Christmas Day and Good Friday. Steliano's vas. Exceptional at 82/100, 5.0/5 from 139 traveler reviews, 7.5h from $132, free cancellation.

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    12. Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

    Outty Ranking82

    Want the biggest, boldest day trip from Hobart? Join our small group road trip to one of the world’s most breathtaking places — Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake. We leave early for a fun, safe, efficient full-day adventur. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.9/5 from 148 traveler reviews, 15h from $193, free cancellation.

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

    Outty Ranking81

    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 tra. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.8/5 from 291 traveler reviews, 4h from $61, free cancellation.

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    14. Full-Day Tour to Wineglass Bay from Hobart

    Outty Ranking81

    Being the original and most experienced tour operator in the region, Wineglass Bay Tours have the greatest depth of knowledge, experience and rapport with the local communities. Our guides are true locals and highly expe. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 127 traveler reviews, 10h from $122, free cancellation.

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    15. Easy Bike Tour - Mt Wellington Summit Descent & Rainforest Ride

    Outty Ranking81

    Embark on a spectacular journey at Hobart's Mt Wellington, one of Tasmania's tallest mountains. This small-group guided bike tour takes you on a meandering journey from the summit (sub alpine), then gently descends throu. Exceptional at 81/100, 5.0/5 from 303 traveler reviews, 4h from $179, free cancellation.

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