Port Arthur is one of Tasmania's most popular tourist destinations located on the Tasman Peninsula. This hauntingly beautiful town was revealed to the world on April 28th 1996 when a lone gunman shot and killed 35 innocent people. Previous to this, Port Arthur was a penal colony where the British dumped over 12000 convicts into the newly built "escape proof" jail dubbed "Hell on Earth" from 1830 to 1870's. Here you can find sandstone prison buildings set amongst 40 hectares of spectacular scenery.
Attractions
Remarkable Cave
Created by wave erosion - located in Tasman National Park - it is the starting point of a 4-5 hour return walk to Crescent Bay
Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise
2 hour cruise
Coal Mines Historic Site
Tasmania's first operational mine Bush Mill Steam Railway - steam train rides
Palmers Lookout
Views of the harbour and coastline
Things to Do
Lantern lit ghost tour
Isle of the Dead Boat Tour
Cemetary of the convicts - Summer only
Coal Mines Historic Site
North of Port Arthur
Port Arthur Historical Site Tour
Day entry tickets include a guided walking tour, gallery & museum. A harbour cruise is available in summer.
Port Arthur Memorial Garden
A dedication garden to 35 victims in 1996.
Scenic Flights
Convict Trail Drive
Longitude:
147.8337362
