Historic Hobart — Town & Countryside

See the beautiful sights around historic Hobart, including a preserved 19th-century village, and the views from Mount Wellington.

Get the best of Hobart’s city-to-country landmarks on your way to Richmond. Built during the 1830’s by local convicts (men shipped over from what is now the UK), you’ll see homes, shops and pubs that reflect an era long since passed, but whose buildings and stories have been preserved —which you’ll find out about when you stop in a bakery for their delicious treats. After, you'll be driven to a nearby mountain to observe Hobart from above, and for a photo op before heading back to the pier.

Shore Thing Highlights

Enjoy the views during your drive to see why Hobert is referred to as Australia's Jewel of the South
You’ll pass by the Salamanca Place historic warehouse district, plus mansions and 19th-century cottages of Battery Point
Richmond was built up during the 1830’s — the town has preserved it’s Georgian architecture and historic buildings
Hear the true stories about the convicts who were shipped over from the UK and built up the town of Richmond
Weather permitting, visit Mount Wellington or Mount Nelson's summit — a splendid mountain range visited by Charles Darwin in 1836

Need to know

This Shore Thing is wheelchair accessible for collapsible wheelchairs, as well as Sailors who can navigate a few steps on their own
Sailors prone to motion sickness are recommended to take precautions prior to the tour, as the road through the countryside is bumpy and winding
Views from Mt. Wellington or Mt. Nelson are weather dependent

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Historic Hobart — Town & Countryside

See the beautiful sights around historic Hobart, including a preserved 19th-century village, and the views from Mount Wellington.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know