Hobart Art and History Walking Tour
from
$38
Hobart
Tasmania
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore Hobart's Street Art and Colonial History Walking Tour
  • • Immerse Yourself in a 1.5 Hour Art & History Experience
  • • Discover the Most Unique Public Art in Sullivan's Cove
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on a captivating journey through Tasmania’s vibrant history and artistic expressions with the Art and History Trail Walking Tour. This immersive experience invites participants to explore the streets of Sullivan's Cove and Battery Point, where local and international artists have left their mark on Hobart’s urban landscape. Delve into captivating stories woven into the fabric of the city, uncovering how public art reflects the region's identity and its rich historical tapestry.

Spanning 1 hour and 30 minutes, the tour offers guided insights into significant locations, including the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, the stunning Hobart Town Hall, and Franklin Square showcasing impressive sculptures. Discover the inspiring narratives of convict men and women, explorers, and whalers who shaped Hobart's past. Participants will experience stunning street art and moving memorials while enjoying historic photography, all curated against the backdrop of this picturesque city.

This walking tour is not just an educational adventure; it makes a fantastic gift for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Treat a friend or loved one to the best of Tasmania’s artistry and heritage, providing them the chance to connect personally with the stories that have shaped this remarkable destination.

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Experience Overview:

Art And History Trail Walking Tour In Tasmania

Explore the streets of Sullivan's Cove and Battery Point's street art scene
and history by joining our Art & History walking tour.
Find out how local and international artists shaping Hobart's urban identity by creating unique public art for us to appreciate.

Learn about Hobart's colonial past, convict men and women, explorers,
governors und whalers.

Meeting Point

Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

Dunn Pl, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

We'll meet inside the courtyard of the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

What's included:

  • Historic Photography

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

Dunn Place, , Hobart, 7000, Tasmania

Explore the courtyard and function of the Bond Store
incorporating the oldest standing house in Hobart

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hobart Town Hall

57 Macquarie St, Hobart, 7000, Tasmania

A remarkable building construction and features past and present celebrated by the people of Hobart

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Franklin Square

Elizabeth Street & Macquarie Street, Hobart, 7001, Tasmania

Named after Governor Franklin after he left Hobart leading an expedition and vanished in the Arctic ice

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Two Islands Sculpture

Franklin Square, Hobart, 7000, Tasmania

The two islands by Nigel Helyer incorporating a soundtrack representing voices offering a potential to reflect upon the past to continue a dialogue in the future

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Brooke Street Pier

Franklin Wharf, Hobart, Tasmania

Meet the street mural artist's Bonsai and Ghostpatrol creation of the Weedy Tasmanian Sea Dragon, Commissioned in 2015 by the City of Hobart

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bernacchi Tribute Sculptures

2 Franklin Whrf, Hobart, 7000, Tasmania

An inspiring story of a migrant child, who became the first Australian in 1898 spending the entire winter in Antarctica

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Footsteps Sculpture

1 Macquarie St, Hobart, 7000, Tasmania

The Irish artists Rowan Gillespie created four figures, representing thousands of convict women and children transported to Hobart

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Peter Lutz

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Hobart Art and History Walking Tour

Hobart
Tasmania
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore Hobart's Street Art and Colonial History Walking Tour
  • • Immerse Yourself in a 1.5 Hour Art & History Experience
  • • Discover the Most Unique Public Art in Sullivan's Cove
or

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