Port Arthur Historic Site:This historic site is one of Tasmania's main attractions. There is a visitor centre there and a big carpark. Cars are not allowed in Port Arthur itself, so park in the visitor center carpark before entering the visitor centre to pay entrance fees to Port Arthur. Walking tours are available daily, or you can choose to go free and easy. Port Arthur's Historic Ghost Tours are not to be missed.
One site entry pass is valid for 2 days and includes:
Introductory guided walking tour
Harbour cruise
Interpretation gallery
Access to more than 30 buildings, ruins and restored houses on the site.
Admission prices are as follows:
Adult: $28.00
Child 4-17 years old: $14.00
Family 2 adults and up to 6 children: $62.00
Concession Seniors, pensioners, full-time students and YHA card holders: $23.00
Optional tours include although some of these may not be within the Port Arthur Historic Site, they can be booked at the Port Arthur visitor centre:
Isle of the Dead Cemetery Tour
Point Puer Tour
Historic Ghost Tour excellent, award-winning
Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise
For more information on Port Arthur Historic Site, visit the Port Arthur Historic Site website (http://www.portarthur.org.au).
