kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

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Duration:4 hours to 2 days (approx.)
Location: Hobart, Tasmania

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This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour!

Starting with the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus, you'll travel 1270 metres above sea level, experience spectacular views over Hobart and beyond. The 2-hour return trip includes 30-minutes to explore the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, you also have the option to hop-on and hop-off at multiple bus stops where you’ll find a wide range of bushwalking tracks to explore.

Return to the city and join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart. Hop-on and experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard to complete the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city.

Includes a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass (valid all day) and a 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket.

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1. Fern Tree Playground
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour: Optional hop-off at Fern Tree Park bus stop. • A sheltered grassy area with toilets, picnic areas, wood-fired barbeques and children’s play equipment. The starting point for shaded walks through fern gullies and alongside bubbling streams. • Take the Pipeline Track to Silver Falls (40-min return), which follows the route of the water pipeline supplying some of Hobart’s water. A short, easy walk, also suitable for mountain bikes. • Visit Fern Tree Tavern for lunch, coffee and cake or a refreshing cold beverage. Open Tuesday to Sunday.
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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour: Optional hop-off at The Springs bus stop. • A level picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, gas-fired barbeques and the starting point for a range of walking tracks and mountain bike trails on the eastern foothills of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. • Take the Lenah Valley Track to Sphinx Rock (45-min return), great views of the Organ Pipes above and Hobart and the River Derwent below. A short, easy walk through eucalypt forest to the impressive sandstone rock platform of Sphinx Rock (caution: 10 metre cliff drop). • Visit Lost Freight Cafe for hot drinks, light meals and snacks. Open 7 days.
3. Organ Pipes Circuit Trail
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour: Optional hop-off at The Springs or The Chalet bus stops. • The Organ Pipes Walk (3-hr return) is one of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks. A difficult walk that follows the contour of the mountain around the base of the 120-metre-high dolerite columns of the Organ Pipes to The Chalet. Rock climbers are sometimes seen in action. Spectacular views. Walk uphill on well-marked tracks from The Springs to The Chalet, or downhill from The Chalet to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way).
4. Mount Wellington
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour: Travel to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington, 1270 metres above Hobart. Here you'll have 30 minutes to take in the spectacular views over Hobart and the east coast, and to the west, looking over the World Heritage Area of Southern Tasmania. • The summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington features a sheltered observation area with interpretive signage, multiple lookouts and toilets, including disabled access toilets. • Take the Zig Zag Track across the plateau to a lookout (20-min return), taking in spanning views of Tasmania’s alpine environment. A short, easy walk. • Take a short, difficult walk downhill on the steep stepped Zig Zag Track and Pinnacle Track to The Springs (1.5-hr one-way). Great views of the Organ Pipes and Hobart and the River Derwent below. Hop-on a later bus at The Springs to return to Hobart. Hop-on and hop-off the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus to explore a variety of short alpine walks and mountain bike trails on the mountain. Bus stops include Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet and Big Bend.
5. Brooke Street Pier
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Brooke Street Pier bus stop. • Brooke Street Pier is a floating structure, both a building and a boat, which rises and falls with the tide. It’s the departure point for the MONA ferry and Peppermint Bay cruise. Meet the makers of unique Tasmanian wares, plus cafés and restaurants with magnificent waterside views.
6. Salamanca Market
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Salamanca Place bus stop. • Salamanca Place is where you’ll find Salamanca Market – Australia’s largest outdoor market. Held every Saturday, rain hail or shine. • The row of 1840s Georgian sandstone warehouses have been converted into cafés, restaurants, bars, galleries and boutique retail stores. The perfect place to find a special hand-crafted gift or memento of your holiday.
7. Wrest Point Casino
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Wrest Point bus stop. • Wrest Point is the perfect waterfront destination for a variety of restaurants, bars, live music and vibrant casino entertainment. • Take a scenic walk following the harbours edge down south to Sandy Bay’s popular Long Beach (approx. 30-minutes one-way).
8. Cascade Brewery
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Cascade Brewery bus stop. • Sample a range of Cascade beverages by the glass, as a tasting paddle or paired with lunch at Cascade Brewhouse. Step inside Australia’s oldest brewery on a guided tour. • Take a relaxing stroll through Cascade Gardens to Cascades Female Factory. • A gentle downhill walk along Hobart Rivulet Walking Track into the city.
9. Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Female Factory bus stop. • Discover the stories of Australia’s convict women and their children at Cascades Female Factory. Join a tour for a deeper insight into the history of the site and the lives of those imprisoned here. View displays and exhibitions in the Matron’s Quarters. Her Story is a depiction of the harsh life at the Female Factory. • Take a relaxing stroll through Cascade Gardens to Cascade Brewhouse. • A gentle downhill walk along Hobart Rivulet Walking Track into the city.
10. Village Cinemas
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Village Cinema bus stop. • Catch Hollywood blockbusters and great art-house films at Village Cinemas. Add a touch of luxury with selected films screening in Gold Class. There’s also plenty of fun to be had with laser tag and arcade games for all ages. • A short walk to Centrepoint Shopping Centre and the retail stores that border the southern part of the CBD shopping precinct.
11. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery bus stop. • Delve into Tasmania’s unique and fascinating history at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Be sure to check out any current public talks, tours, school holiday programs and other fun family activities.
12. Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Maritime Museum bus stop. • Delve into Tasmania’s unique and fascinating history at the Maritime Museum of Tasmania. Be sure to check out any current public talks, tours, school holiday programs and other fun family activities.
13. Hobart Penitentiary
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Hobart Convict Penitentiary bus stop. • One of Australia’s most significant historic convict precincts, the Hobart Convict Penitentiary was built in the 1830s for the growing number of convicts arriving in the colony. Book in for a viewing of Pandemonium – The Convict Film Experience to explore the journey of Tasmania’s convict ancestors. Or visit after-hours for a thrilling ghost tour. Bookings essential.
14. The Hobart Aquatic Centre
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Aquatic Centre bus stop. • Enjoy the Olympic size swimming pool, leisure pools, water slide, spa, sauna, steam room, gym and fitness classes at the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre. • Admire 40 different rose varieties at the University Rose Gardens. • Explore the open space of the Queens Domain, including Hobart Cenotaph and Soldiers Memorial Avenue.
15. Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Optional hop-off at Botanical Gardens bus stop. • The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens are Australia’s premier cool climate garden. Stroll through 14 hectares of unique collections including the Japanese Garden and historic Conservatory. Visit the Lily Pond and Community Food Garden or the world’s only Subantarctic Plant House. Enjoy a meal with great views at Succulent Restaurant and have a browse in the Botanical Shop.

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Posted By : kcharmaine28
Great tour. Went up Mt Wellington first up in the morning however the weather conditions was bad with thick fog therefore we couldn’t see views when at The Pinnacle.
The 48-hour hop on-off was a great overview of Hobart city which was included as part of this tour.
Would recommend if you are a solo traveller and do not wish to rent a car in Hobart.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06 16:52:17

Posted By : SANYUKTA_K
The journey, bus and the views were all excellent but what elevated our whole experience was elevated by our tour guide Tony..! A special shout out to him. The hop-on hop-off bus tour is one of the best ways to see Hobart. Go for it..!
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 20:38:23

Posted By : Maggie_P
This is a very well organised trip. We bought the $70 Mt Wellington plus hop on hop off Hobart double decker bus tour. This tour showed us the best of the sights of Mt Wellington and Hobart. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-05-04 16:52:36

Posted By : Piedad_M
Even though it was raining the driver was super nice explaining everything and trying so we could see as much possible. He has pride on his job and provides excellent customer service. To ensure others were not left behind he ensured the future bus looked for passengers staying behind doing some hikes.
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Posted On : 2024-04-24 20:27:38

Posted By : lindylooGlasgow
Greg was our driver and guide for the Mount Wellington tour. He was entertaining, informative and really seemed to enjoy his job. It was a lovely drive to and from Mount Wellington. Great views from the top which changed all the time depending on the clouds!! Be warned, it is cold and windy at the top. Don't be fooled by the temperature in Hobart. We also enjoyed the hop on hop off tour which took us to several points of interest in and around. If you are pushed for time, these tours are a great way for seeing the highlights of Hobart.
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Posted On : 2024-04-12 22:56:20

Posted By : Edina_A
The bus to Mt Wellington was early in the morning and unfortunately due to bad weather and fog there was absolutely nothing to see ..we had to stay on the bus to keep warm.
Hop-on hop off around was great and weather was nice in the afternoon.
I wish we skipped Mt Wellington drive ( 2.5 hrs) and took ferry to MONA instead.

Company was very professional.
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Posted On : 2024-04-06 20:52:26

Posted By : 740julietk
Excellent trip and service. Extra points to our bus driver Phillip who picked us up as we were running to the stop after taking a wrong turn on a hike down the mountain
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Posted On : 2024-03-31 00:06:21

Posted By : Sightsee783424
As a couple of seniors we found the hop on hop off bus a fantastic way to get around Hobart and get access to many of the travel hot spots. For an extra $10 for the second day it was a great deal as it allowed us to catch up on and visit locations we missed on the first day. We deliberately didn't go on a weekend and the buses were never crowded. Clean with good commentary.
I believe the service could be improved with latter busses after the last one at 3 pm. and possibly adding a third day pass and include Mona on the route for some trips

Hint. If a cruise ship is docked I think I would plan to use this service on another day
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Posted On : 2024-03-29 02:47:56

Posted By : suetG588OA
Loved this trip to Mt Wellington. Paul was out driver and delivered excellent commentary. Although it's was cold and gusty and we didn't stay and do any walks it was well worth the visit. I have yet to do the hop on hop off Hobart trip but looking forward to it
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Posted On : 2024-03-25 23:12:23

Posted By : thatoldbloke
Brilliant trip up to the summit of Mt Wellington. Lots of laughs thanks to the driver's humorous delivery of both local history and local culture.

Whole trip took about 2.5 hours and was worth every penny.

I'd recommend this trip to anyone who wants to see more than the centre of Hobart but doesn't want it to take a whole day
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Posted On : 2024-03-21 03:26:44