The Great Hobart Escape

Welcome to Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania and the perfect base for exploring many of Tasmania's highlights. The second-oldest capital city in Australia, Hobart is rich in history yet surrounded by beaches, bushland and mountains. Explore the galleries, theatres and restaurants along Salamanca Place and the unmissable Salamanca Market on Saturdays, or take a ferry up the river to visit the MONA for an out-of-this-world modern art experience.

On arrival, you will be met by a private driver outside baggage carousel and delivered to your Hobart accommodation.

Discover Hobart by foot and hear the fascinating stories of how Tasmania’s capital city was established and how it grew to become the vibrant waterfront city it is today. A local Tasmanian guide will identify the heritage-listed buildings of Hobart while walking the old town. Hear the stories of the hardened characters and issues that were major influences in the early days of Hobart.

Experience the best of Bruny Island on the Bruny Island Traveller Full Day Tour with Pennicott Journeys, a day filled with exquisite tastes, breathtaking views, and unique wildlife encounters. Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Hobart, setting the stage for a day of exploration as you cross the tranquil waters on the SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry. Upon arrival, your taste buds will be treated to an exclusive tasting at the renowned Bruny Island Cheese & Beer Co., where locally crafted delights are paired perfectly with the island’s rustic charm. From there, take in the sweeping panoramic views from The Neck lookout, a place where the island’s beauty truly unfolds before your eyes. Wander through the serene Mavista rainforest, where the possibility of spotting a rare white wallaby adds a touch of magic to your walk. As midday approaches, indulge in a gourmet lunch at Pennicott’s, featuring the freshest local oysters, a delicious main course, and perfectly paired beverages, all served in a relaxed setting that captures the essence of Bruny Island’s laid-back lifestyle.
The afternoon is a blend of history, nature, and indulgence. Visit the Bligh Museum to uncover stories of exploration, take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Two Tree Point beach, and delight in the sweet offerings of the Bruny Island Chocolate Company and HIBA Gardens. As the day winds down, a stop at Bruny Island Honey provides the perfect end note, with honey ice cream and a variety of local honey to sample and take home. Before you depart, there’s time for a quick visit to Get Shucked Oysters to pick up some of the island’s freshest oysters to enjoy later. Your journey back to Hobart on the ferry allows for reflection on a day filled with unforgettable experiences, returning you to the city between 5:30pm and 6:00pm with a heart full of Bruny Island’s wonders.

Mona, the Museum of Old and New Art, is Australia’s largest privately-owned gallery and museum. Showcasing the diverse collection of its owner, Tasmanian gambler and maths nerd David Walsh, Mona exhibits everything from ancient Egyptian funerary objects and modernist masterpieces to a word waterfall and a machine that mimics the human digestive system. The Mona site—perched on the banks of the River Derwent, not far from Hobart—is also home to the Moorilla Winery, The Source restaurant, a bunch of other bars and restaurants, luxury accommodation pavilions, and
Tasmania’s biggest craft brewery (Moo Brew). The best way to visit is to jump on a Mona Roma fast ferry from Hobart’s city centre—just look for a giant camouflaged catamaran with fibreglass animals for seats.

The Bonorong Night Tour is a group feeding tour with a guide just for your group. Group sizes are kept small to ensure you have plenty of opportunities to interact with the critters. You will enter the animals’ world and experience hand-feeding weird and wonderful creatures like eastern quolls, tawny frogmouths and ringtail possum and of course, feed our Tassie devils some tasty snacks.

You will be picked up from your Hobart accommodation and taken to the Hobart Airport.

The Salamanca Markets are one of Tasmania's most visited attraction. Operating each Saturday from 8:30pm - 3:00pm rain, hail or shine. The market runs the length of Hobart's historic Salamanca Place. You can find a tasty selection of locally made products and meet the makers, the artisans, the designers and producers. Hosting over 300 stallholders the market includes fresh produce from local growers, hot coffee, delicious breakfast and lunch options, lots of gift ideas and plenty of handmade products. Salamanca Markets are a great opportunity to immerse yourself into the vibrant atmosphere of Hobart's local community.