2 days in Hobart & Port Arthur Itinerary

Snaking up the side of a rounded, tree-dotted hill, Hobart sits between Tasmania’s sprawling mountains and the vast estuary of the River Derwent.

On the 15th (Fri), identify plant and animal life at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, then examine the collection at Museum of Old and New Art, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Opossum Bay Beach.

For more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Hobart trip planning tool .

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Hobart. In February, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Sat) before leaving for Port Arthur.

Surrounded by shark-infested waters and connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus of land, Port Arthur ranks among Australia's top historical sites and heritage areas.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): make a trip to Remarkable Cave, then identify plant and animal life at Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Tessellated Pavement.

To see maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Port Arthur road trip planning website .

Traveling by car from Hobart to Port Arthur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in February, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can go by car back home.