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Port Arthur Historic Site
Port Arthur, Tasmania
Convict-era penal settlement on a beautiful harbour, Tasmania's best-known historic site.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- Best to book
- Time to allow
- 4 hours

Ruins and restored buildings spread across lawns beside Mason Cove, with a harbour cruise included in standard entry. The history is sobering and the setting is lovely. Give it at least half a day.
Good to know
- Book online for combined ticket deals
- Take the included harbour cruise
- Get there at opening to beat tour groups
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed highway, large car park.
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Kitchen
- Toilets
- Wi-Fi
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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