Port Arthur Historic Site is one of Australia’s favourite tourist destinations. Located just 90 minutes from nipaluna / Hobart, it’s a place of global significance – one of 11 places that make up the UNESCO Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property.

For more than 40 years until its closure in 1877, Port Arthur was a penal settlement as well as a military and industrial centre, encompassing mining, farming, timber cutting, boat building and many other trades.

Today the Port Arthur Historic Site covers 100 acres of magnificent gardens and grounds, over 30 authentic preserved heritage buildings and ruins to explore. The site combines history and scenic beauty with innovative interpretation to tell the stories of the harsh regime of the penal colony. 

Experience a genuine historical experience that provides a tangible connection to the past and enables you to walk in the footsteps of convicts, officers, soldiers and their families. The stories of their strengths and struggles and the impacts they had on Australia’s development. For those brave enough to venture out at dusk, the ever-popular ghost tours are enthralling. Extend your visit with the onsite restaurant ‘1830’, where you can enjoy fresh local produce with views out over the World Heritage site, or stop by the café after the day’s exploring.

All entry passes are valid for two consecutive days and include a 25-minute harbour cruise.

6973 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur
portarthur.org.au
1800 659 101