Tasman Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port Arthur Historic Site which includes château or palace, heritage elements and building ruins
Port Arthur Historic Site featuring autumn colours and a garden
Port Arthur Historic Site featuring heritage elements, building ruins and château or palace
Tasman Peninsula which includes a sunset, landscape views and rocky coastline
Remarkable Cave featuring rocky coastline

Tour the wild landscapes of this southern peninsula, which is peppered with monumental natural attractions and convict heritage sites.

Uncover some of Tasmania’s dark convict past while exploring the awe-inspiring landscape of the Tasman Peninsula. The region offers nature, adventure and history. Embark on coastal walks, see monumental rock formations and visit an old penal colony.

The peninsular is connected to mainland Tasmania via a narrow isthmus called Eaglehawk Neck. Ferocious dogs used to guard this area to capture convicts who had escaped from Port Arthur. Just beyond this strip of land is the Tasman National Park, a wild expanse of diverse and dramatic scenery. Check out its staggering rock formations, including Devil’s Kitchen, Tasman Arch and the Blowhole.

Thrill seekers can abseil and climb cliffs and dolerite columns and try hang gliding at a launch site overlooking Pirates Bay. Go bushwalking along the many tracks that snake their way through the park. They range from short trails that take less than 2 hours to cover to the Three Capes Track, a 4-day/3-night adventure. This 46-kilometre (28.6-mile) track passes by some of Australia's tallest cliffs and through eucalypt forests. Among the animals you might see during your time in the park are wombats, seals, possums and Tasmanian devils.

For guaranteed sightings of wildlife, spend some time at the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park. Watch the marsupials being fed and see other animals, such as pademelons and parrots.

During your travels through the region, sightsee the old convict sites. For a 50-year period in the 19th century, some of Britain's offenders were sent to the Tasman Peninsula. Many ended up at Port Arthur, which was used as a penal settlement.

Visit the Port Arthur Historic Site and tour its old buildings. Discover how inmates were punished when you step inside the Separate Prison. See the remains of a church built by convicts and go to the ruins of the coal mines. This is where the worst offenders were sent to work.

The Tasman Peninsular is approximately 45 kilometres (28 miles) from Hobart. Embark on a road trip through the wild and spectacular landscapes or join a bus or coach tour.

Vibe Hotel Hobart

Vibe Hotel Hobart

4 out of 5
36 Argyle Street, Hobart, TAS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$215 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$215
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (646 reviews)
"Staff were great and it’s so close to walk to everything in the area. Lovely hotel"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Vibe Hotel Hobart
Wrest Point

Wrest Point

4.5 out of 5
410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
The price is AU$160 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$160
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Uclean"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Wrest Point
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

4 out of 5
179 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS
The price is AU$189 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$189
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews)
"The bar was very good a lot of options friendly staff we look forward too returning next year"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park

NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
Garden Point Road, Port Arthur, TAS
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly campground in Port Arthur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
"Nice area to stay, very spread out park though, we had friends staying way over the other side. Kids loved feeding the wildlife with food purchased from reception. It was incredibly windy when we stayed in the star gazing tent. I was very nervous about all the huge trees near us, made for a bit of ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park
Four Seasons Waterfront Villas

Four Seasons Waterfront Villas

4 out of 5
5732 Arthur Highway, Taranna, TAS
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Taranna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Eaglehawk Bay State Reserve and Dart Island State Reserve ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (240 reviews)
"A lovely welcome, and what a spot! Beautiful and quiet. Comfy bed, comfy couch’s, cooking facilities and a spacious bathroom. We felt right at home. Thank you June and Andrew for a relaxing stay."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Four Seasons Waterfront Villas
On The Dunes White Beach (Beach Front House)

On The Dunes White Beach (Beach Front House)

White Beach
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in White Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hardys Hill Nature Reserve ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"The house was very neat and tidy and the beach was stunning"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

On The Dunes White Beach (Beach Front House)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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