The 7 Walking Tours in Tasmania That Earn Their Price

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 617 reviews · from $211Our pick

Explore Maria Island by boat and on foot with wildlife, convict history, lunch, drinks, and expert commentary from Hobart.

“We had a wonderful time. The scenery was spectacular, and the island has many different landscapes to explore. The staff were very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. It was nice that everything, food and drinks, all covered. The food and snacks were delicious. We had seasick on a boat, and they always ensure we were ok.”

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2.Hobart History, People & Places – 2 hour city walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · from $27Best value

Explore Hobart’s waterfront, Salamanca Place, parks, and colonial past on a relaxed two-hour walk with a local guide.

“Talk Leader did a great job, very clear communication and approachable. The walk was very easy and not arduous at all.”

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3.From Triabunna: Maria Island Cruise & Guided Walk with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 126 reviews · 1 day · from $208

Cruise Maria Island from Triabunna for wildlife, sea caves, geology, lunch and Darlington’s convict history in one rewarding day.

“A wonderful experience, looked after so well and saw so many amazing things. Well worth the money”

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4.Freycinet Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · from $180

Review the Freycinet Walking Tour from Coles Bay, with Wineglass Bay, Hazards Beach, picnic meals, a boat ride, and practical tips.

“A beautiful piece of the world - breathtaking views of both Hazard Beach and Wineglass Bay. The view of Wineglass Bay is worth the 892 step climb! Morning Tea and Lunch were lovely. Andrew did a fabulous job telling us about the area and Tasmania in general. A great day!”

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5.Old Hobart Pub Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 91 reviews · from $27

Explore Hobart’s old pubs, brothels, smugglers, and convict tales on a 90-minute small-group walking tour ending at Salamanca Place.

“Nothing. Felt embarrassed to be a Tasmanian. Could not hear anything with traffic going past all the time. The tour was nothing like advertised.”

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6.Hobart Historic Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $27

Explore Hobart’s colonial buildings, convict past, and early characters on a 90-minute small-group walk ending at Salamanca Place.

“Delving into the early history of Hobart and its settlers. A lot I did not know even though I live in the Hobart region.”

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7.Grand Hobart Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $43

Review of Hobart’s 3-hour walking tour through Battery Point and Salamanca, with colonial buildings, local stories, guide tips, price, and practical advice.

“Easy walking tour. Di was the perfect tour guide and made the tour very pleasurable, fun ( Great sense of humour)and amazing knowledge. The tips and suggestions along the way we went back and enjoyed. Great dinner and service at the Shipwright’s Arms Hotel thanks for the tip Di. Thank you Di”

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