Best day trips from Hobart

Holidaying in Tasmania soon? Are you landing in Hobart for a few days break and fancy a day trip to see the wonders and wilds of Tasmania?

We have the perfect day trips from Hobart for you. Get out of the city and into nature from Hobart. 

Plenty of variety on our tours to see exactly what Tasmania has to offer. You can base yourself in the quaint city of Hobart and explore from there.  Hobart is surrounded by mountains and beaches, meaning plenty of breathtaking locations to explore. With so much to see, it would be a shame to stay in the city for your whole vacation! We’ve made a list of the best day trips from Hobart for you to choose from!

If you’ve just landed in Hobart and are looking for some day trip ideas, we’ve got plenty of suggestions for the best things to do in Tasmania. Here’s a list of some of the best day trips from Hobart and nearby.

Hobart is a great base from which to explore Tasmania, with plenty of attractions within easy day-trip distance. If you’re based in Hobart, there are also plenty of things to do in the city itself — from arts and culture to history and adventure.

Hobart is the southernmost capital city in Australia and also the 2nd oldest. Founded in 1803, Hobart is now a busy seaport city and a fantastic place to visit for some history. Popular attractions in Hobart are Salamanca Markets, the Cadbury chocolate factory, and the Cascade Brewery. We also always recommend a visit to Mona, the Museum of old and new Art. A wacky wonderful world inside the most interesting building, it has to be seen to be believed.

Tasmania’s capital city is the perfect base for discovering this wild and wonderful island state. You’ll find a good range of accommodation options in Hobart, many within walking distance of the waterfront and Salamanca Place, which offers everything you need for exploring beyond the city limits. If you’re looking for a few days respite from city life and you want to get in touch with nature, Tasmania has a lot to offer.

From Hobart, we have an abundance of active day trips for you. From the must-do visit to Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay to the more historical Port Arthur Penal colony. We also have a few less well-known offerings to Maria Island or Bruny Island that we will tell you more about in this best day trips from Hobart article. So many diverse day tours in only short driving distances from Hobart. 

Take a look at our list of the best day trips from Hobart and enjoy your adventure. So read more to find out!