People walk along a cobblestone pavement beside parked cars and shops, including Salamanca Wool Shop and Artefacts, under sunny weather in an urban area—an inviting scene typical of Hobart sightseeing that captures the city’s vibrant charm.
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Hobart City Tour (Morning)

from A$65
3 hours
Hobart
All Ages (0+)
Free Cancellation (24 hours prior)

Experience a curated morning city tour of Hobart with a local guide. Visit Sullivans Cove, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Cascade Gardens, the remains of Cascades Female Factory, Rosny Hill lookout, and enjoy free time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.

  • People walk along a cobblestone pavement beside parked cars and shops, including Salamanca Wool Shop and Artefacts, under sunny weather in an urban area—an inviting scene typical of Hobart sightseeing that captures the city’s vibrant charm.
  • A child leans over a circular wooden footbridge above a pond surrounded by lush greenery and water lilies in a garden, capturing the tranquil beauty often admired during a Hobart Morning Tour.
  • A field of bright red tulips in full bloom with green grass, trees, distant hills, and a partly cloudy blue sky in the background—a picturesque scene that captures the natural beauty often featured on a Hobart City Tour.
  • A row of historic sandstone buildings with outdoor cafés and parked cars on a sunny day sets the perfect scene for a Hobart City Tour. People walk along the pavement under a clear blue sky, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Hobart during their morning tour.
  • Historic Cascade Brewery building in Hobart, Tasmania, with a mountain and trees in the background and a van parked in front—a must-see stop on any Hobart City Tour or morning city tour.
  • A long bridge with multiple supports spans across a body of water, with vehicles travelling both directions—a picturesque sight often enjoyed during a Hobart City Tour—with a town and mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
  • Two-storey stone building with a central entrance, symmetrical windows, a small garden, and a fountain in the foreground—an architectural gem often admired on a Hobart City Tour.
  • A person walks on a pavement past brick and weatherboard houses with red and cream roofs, green fences, and blooming white flowers under a clear blue sky—a charming scene often admired during a Hobart City Tour.
  • People walk along a cobblestone pavement beside parked cars and shops, including Salamanca Wool Shop and Artefacts, under sunny weather in an urban area—an inviting scene typical of Hobart sightseeing that captures the city’s vibrant charm.
  • A child leans over a circular wooden footbridge above a pond surrounded by lush greenery and water lilies in a garden, capturing the tranquil beauty often admired during a Hobart Morning Tour.
  • A field of bright red tulips in full bloom with green grass, trees, distant hills, and a partly cloudy blue sky in the background—a picturesque scene that captures the natural beauty often featured on a Hobart City Tour.
  • A row of historic sandstone buildings with outdoor cafés and parked cars on a sunny day sets the perfect scene for a Hobart City Tour. People walk along the pavement under a clear blue sky, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Hobart during their morning tour.
  • Historic Cascade Brewery building in Hobart, Tasmania, with a mountain and trees in the background and a van parked in front—a must-see stop on any Hobart City Tour or morning city tour.
  • A long bridge with multiple supports spans across a body of water, with vehicles travelling both directions—a picturesque sight often enjoyed during a Hobart City Tour—with a town and mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
  • Two-storey stone building with a central entrance, symmetrical windows, a small garden, and a fountain in the foreground—an architectural gem often admired on a Hobart City Tour.
  • A person walks on a pavement past brick and weatherboard houses with red and cream roofs, green fences, and blooming white flowers under a clear blue sky—a charming scene often admired during a Hobart City Tour.

Quick read before you book.

  • Discover Sullivans Cove, Hobart's birthplace
  • Pass Parliament House and Georgian Salamanca Place
  • Explore historic Battery Point
  • Visit Cascade Gardens and glimpse Cascades Brewery
  • See the remains of Cascades Female Factory
  • Admire Hobart Town Hall and Penitentiary Chapel
  • Pass Government House and cross the Tasman Bridge
  • Stop at Rosny Hill lookout for panoramic views
  • Free time at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

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What could be better?

Honestly, not much. It's a full day on the coach, so wear comfy layers and plan your must sees, as some stops are self guided.

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Included in this tour.

  • Local driver guide with live commentary
  • Transport in air conditioned vehicle
  • Scenic stops at key Hobart landmarks
  • Free time at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Commonly asked questions.

It departs daily at 9:45am and finishes back at Brooke Street Pier around 12:45pm, about three hours in total.

Check in at the Gray Line day tour desk inside the Brooke Street Pier building at 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart, at least 15 minutes before departure.

The loop takes in around 40 historic sites, including Sullivans Cove, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Cascade Gardens, the Cascades Female Factory remains and the view from Rosny Hill lookout, with time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.

Most stops are exterior viewings and photo stops. You can choose a short walk to see the outside of the Cascades Brewery, and you get free time to wander the Botanical Gardens.

The tour ends at Brooke Street Pier and there is no hotel drop off, which makes it easy to head straight to Salamanca for lunch.

Yes, child and concession prices are available.

Food and hot drinks are not allowed on board, so grab your coffee before you check in or during the stops.

Tours run in all weather. They are only cancelled for extreme weather warnings, safety issues or road closures, in which case you are refunded.

Some Gray Line tours suit limited mobility better than others, so contact the team before booking to talk through your needs. Companion Cards are accepted on direct bookings.

Head up the mountain, or take a longer trip the next day. The MONA and Hobart city tour pairs the city sights with Hobart's famous museum.

More about this tour.

Experience Hobart like a local on this curated morning city tour. Your journey kicks off at Sullivans Cove, Hobart's historic heart. Glide past the stately Parliament House and the iconic Georgian warehouses of Salamanca Place, then continue through the charming streets of historic Battery Point.Head to the leafy suburb of South Hobart for a stroll through the Cascade Gardens. You can opt for a quick walk to view the classic exterior of the historic Cascades Brewery building. Nearby, you'll spot the evocative exterior remains of the once infamous Cascades Female Factory, a onetime women's prison.Your guide will share cheeky tales and local history as you cruise past notable city sights, including Hobart Town Hall, the impressive Penitentiary Chapel, and Government House. Enjoy a scenic drive across the Tasman Bridge, stopping at Rosny Hill lookout for wide views of Hobart, Sandy Bay, and towering Mt Wellington.Finish your premium morning adventure with some free time to wander through the exquisite Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. This is the real Hobart as only a proud local could show you.Staying a few days? Our guide to things to do in Hobart picks up where this tour leaves off. Explore the route, then check availability.

Additional info.

This tour is an excellent way to see the real Hobart in a comfortable, curated setting. You'll be guided by a knowledgeable local ready to share stories and answer questions. Please note all visits and stops are exterior viewings only where specified, and the free time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens allows for independent exploration at your own pace.