Sunset view from a rocky lookout with a glass observation shelter, overlooking water and distant land formations—a memorable experience for anyone exploring Hobart highlights on a Hobart day tour.
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Hobart Highlights Day Tour

from A$140
7 hours
Hobart
Free Cancellation (24 hours prior)

Pack Hobart's big hitters into one day with a local guide: a city loop, the kunanyi/Mt Wellington summit, Salamanca Market on Saturdays, a free Wicked Cheese tasting, historic Richmond and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Hotel pick up and Bonorong entry are included, and you are back in Hobart around 4pm.

  • Sunset view from a rocky lookout with a glass observation shelter, overlooking water and distant land formations—a memorable experience for anyone exploring Hobart highlights on a Hobart day tour.
  • A modern stone and glass building sits atop a rocky mountain ridge, overlooking a vast landscape of hills, valleys, and distant settlements under a clear sky—a true highlight for any Hobart day tour.
  • A group of kangaroos lounge and graze on green grass in a sunny field, with trees and mountains visible in the background—a picturesque scene reminiscent of the natural beauty found on a Hobart Highlights Day Tour.
  • Stone arch bridge crosses a small river at sunset, with trees, houses, and hills in the background under a cloudy sky—one of the highlights you might encounter on a Hobart day tour.
  • People stand at large windows in an observation deck overlooking a bright, cloudy sky—one of the highlights of a Hobart day tour. Benches and coin-operated binoculars are visible in the spacious interior.
  • Crowds walk between market stalls lined with tents on a cobbled street in Hobart, with trees overhead and mountains visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky—the perfect setting to experience the highlights of a day tour.
  • Stone arch bridge spans a river amid lush greenery, with a church spire and distant mountains visible under a warm, golden sky—a picturesque scene that captures the essence of Hobart highlights.
  • A Tasmanian devil sits on the ground with its mouth wide open, showing its teeth, surrounded by trees and foliage—a striking sight often included in Hobart highlights or experienced on a Hobart day tour.
  • Stone bridge over a river with people walking below, green grass, autumn trees, and a church spire in the background—one of the charming Hobart highlights you might discover on a memorable Hobart day tour.
  • Wooden boardwalk winds through rocky terrain with green shrubs, leading towards distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered clouds—one of the highlights of a Hobart day tour.
  • Two people walk along a path towards a sign reading Tasmanian Craft Cellars, with greenery, a white fence, and a nearby sign stating CafĂ© Open—an inviting scene that captures the charm of any Hobart day tour.
  • A group of kangaroos grazes on grass in the foreground whilst a family sits on a picnic blanket in the background, capturing one of Hobart’s natural highlights perfect for a relaxing day tour.
  • Sunset view from a rocky lookout with a glass observation shelter, overlooking water and distant land formations—a memorable experience for anyone exploring Hobart highlights on a Hobart day tour.
  • A modern stone and glass building sits atop a rocky mountain ridge, overlooking a vast landscape of hills, valleys, and distant settlements under a clear sky—a true highlight for any Hobart day tour.
  • A group of kangaroos lounge and graze on green grass in a sunny field, with trees and mountains visible in the background—a picturesque scene reminiscent of the natural beauty found on a Hobart Highlights Day Tour.
  • Stone arch bridge crosses a small river at sunset, with trees, houses, and hills in the background under a cloudy sky—one of the highlights you might encounter on a Hobart day tour.
  • People stand at large windows in an observation deck overlooking a bright, cloudy sky—one of the highlights of a Hobart day tour. Benches and coin-operated binoculars are visible in the spacious interior.
  • Crowds walk between market stalls lined with tents on a cobbled street in Hobart, with trees overhead and mountains visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky—the perfect setting to experience the highlights of a day tour.
  • Stone arch bridge spans a river amid lush greenery, with a church spire and distant mountains visible under a warm, golden sky—a picturesque scene that captures the essence of Hobart highlights.
  • A Tasmanian devil sits on the ground with its mouth wide open, showing its teeth, surrounded by trees and foliage—a striking sight often included in Hobart highlights or experienced on a Hobart day tour.
  • Stone bridge over a river with people walking below, green grass, autumn trees, and a church spire in the background—one of the charming Hobart highlights you might discover on a memorable Hobart day tour.
  • Wooden boardwalk winds through rocky terrain with green shrubs, leading towards distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered clouds—one of the highlights of a Hobart day tour.
  • Two people walk along a path towards a sign reading Tasmanian Craft Cellars, with greenery, a white fence, and a nearby sign stating CafĂ© Open—an inviting scene that captures the charm of any Hobart day tour.
  • A group of kangaroos grazes on grass in the foreground whilst a family sits on a picnic blanket in the background, capturing one of Hobart’s natural highlights perfect for a relaxing day tour.

Quick read before you book.

  • Views over Hobart from the kunanyi Mt Wellington summit
  • Salamanca Market stalls on Saturdays
  • Colonial sandstone and Australia's oldest bridge in Richmond
  • Tasmanian devils and kangaroos at Bonorong

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What could be better?

Honestly, not much. Days are long with plenty of ground covered, so pack snacks, layers and comfy shoes for the walks.

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Included in this tour.

  • Hotel pickup and drop off from selected Hobart locations
  • Guided city loop and kunanyi Mt Wellington summit visit
  • Complimentary cheese tasting at Wicked Cheese
  • Entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Knowledgeable and friendly local guide

Commonly asked questions.

On Saturdays it runs from 8am to 4pm, with time at Salamanca Market. On all other days it runs from 9:30am to 4pm.

Yes, pick up and drop off are included from most hotels in and around Hobart. If your hotel isn't listed, your pick up point is usually a 100 to 300 metre walk away.

A guided city loop, a visit to the kunanyi/Mt Wellington summit, a complimentary tasting at Wicked Cheese, entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and hotel pick up and drop off.

Lunch, tastings and drinks aren't included, apart from the Wicked Cheese tasting. The lunch stop is in Richmond, with plenty of cafes to choose from.

Yes, the day finishes at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can see Tasmanian devils and hand feed kangaroos. Our guide to where to see kangaroos has more wildlife spots.

Cruise passengers should book the dedicated Hobart Highlights shore excursion instead, as standard day tours run to a fixed schedule.

Tours run in small group vehicles carrying between 2 and 24 guests.

Comfortable walking shoes, a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, a hat, a water bottle and a camera. Dress in layers, as the weather changes quickly.

Tours run in most weather, so bring layers for Tasmania's four seasons in a day. If severe weather affects a tour, the team contacts you directly.

Cancel at least 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. The team will always try to help with changes where they can.

More about this tour.

If you've only got one day in Hobart, this is how you cover the lot without hiring a car. A local guide takes you from the waterfront to the top of kunanyi Mt Wellington, out through wine country and on to meet Tasmania's wildlife, with hotel pickup and drop off at either end.Your day starts with a guided city loop, then climbs to the 1,272 metre summit of kunanyi Mt Wellington for sweeping views over Hobart and the Derwent. On Saturdays you'll also get 75 minutes to wander the stalls at Salamanca Market, where Tasmanian art, produce and souvenirs are all on show.From there it's out through the Coal River Valley wine region, with a complimentary tasting at Wicked Cheese, before a lunch stop in Richmond. Take your time among the colonial sandstone buildings and Australia's oldest bridge, and grab lunch or a tasting at your own cost.The day finishes at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where entry is included and you can hand feed kangaroos and see Tasmanian devils up close before heading back to Hobart around 4pm.Planning more time on the island? Our 3 day Hobart itinerary shows how to fit it all in, and the Bruny Island Cruises full day tour makes a brilliant second day out. Explore the details below, then check availability for your date.

Additional info.

  • Tour times: Saturdays 8:00am to 4:00pm, all other days 9:30am to 4:00pm
  • Hotel pickup and drop off from most hotels in and around Hobart. If your hotel isn't listed and you're staying in the city, your pickup point will usually be a 100 to 300 metre walk
  • Meals, tastings and drinks aren't included, apart from the complimentary Wicked Cheese tasting
  • Small group vehicles carry 2 to 24 passengers
  • Tasmania's weather changes fast, so dress in layers and bring a waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, a water bottle and a camera
  • Tours run in most weather, and guests are contacted directly if severe weather affects the day
  • Cruise ship passengers should book the dedicated Shore Excursion Hobart Highlights Day Tour instead
  • Cancellation policy: full refund with at least 24 hours' notice