Does the tour drop me back at my hotel at the end of the day?

No — the tour concludes at Brooke Street Pier at 17:00. Hotel drop-off is not included, so you will need to make your own way back from the pier.

What is the difference between the two ticket options?

The standard option covers Mount Wellington and the Hobart city tour, including Richmond Village. The extended option adds a visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can meet Tasmanian devils and other native animals.

What happens if the coach tram is not running on the day?

In the event that the Hobart Explorer coach tram is non-operational, the operator may use alternative vehicles to complete the tour.

Is the summit of Mount Wellington always accessible?

The summit road can occasionally close due to snow, ice or high winds, particularly in winter. If conditions prevent access on the day, the operator will adjust the itinerary accordingly.

How old do children need to be to pay for a ticket?

Children aged three and under travel free of charge. Check the ticket options for child pricing for older children.

Do I need to print my ticket, or is a mobile ticket accepted?

A mobile ticket displayed on your phone is accepted — there is no need to print anything.

Mount Wellington and Hobart City Tour

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Duration

7 hours 45 min

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Hotel pick-up (08:15–09:00)

Transport aboard the Hobart Explorer coach tram

Guided tour of Mount Wellington summit

City tour covering Salamanca Place, Sullivan's Cove, Parliament House and more

Free time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Two hours in Richmond Village

Admission (as specified per option)

Not included

Hotel drop-off at the end of the day

Meals and personal expenses

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary (available as a separate ticket option)

What to expect

Hotel pick-up
08:15–09:00
The coach tram collects guests from Hobart accommodation between 08:15 and 09:00.
Depart Brooke Street Pier
09:15
The tour officially begins at Brooke Street Pier on the waterfront at 09:15.
City landmarks en route to the mountain
Pass St David's Park and Anglesea Barracks as the coach tram heads towards the lower slopes of Mount Wellington.
Ascent through Cascade Valley
The route climbs through distinct ecosystems — from suburban gardens to subalpine scrub — with views opening up at every turn.
Mount Wellington summit
Reach the 1,271-metre summit for panoramic views stretching across Hobart, the Derwent River and the surrounding ranges.
Cascade Brewery and Gardens
Descend past Australia's oldest operating brewery for an exterior view, then pause at the Cascade Gardens.
Cascades Female Factory
Explore this World Heritage-listed site, a former women's prison that tells one of the most sobering stories of convict-era Tasmania.
Hobart city circuit
Roll through Sullivan's Cove, Parliament House, Salamanca Place, the Penitentiary Chapel, Queen's Domain, Government House, Victoria Dock and Constitution Dock.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Free time to stroll through one of the finest botanical collections in the southern hemisphere.
Richmond Bridge and Village
Two hours
Two hours to explore Australia's oldest stone bridge and the well-preserved Georgian streetscape of Richmond Village.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary (optional)
Guests on the extended option visit Bonorong to meet Tasmanian devils and other native wildlife before returning to the pier.
Return to Brooke Street Pier
17:00
The tour concludes back at Brooke Street Pier at 17:00.

Mount Wellington and Hobart City Tour

Mount Wellington and Hobart City Tour

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