Historic Battery Point
Overview
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2 hours
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Enjoy a relaxing, informative guided tour among the most quiet, conservative and class conscious area of Tasmania which adjoins waterfront Salamanca and prestigious Battery Point. See the elegant Georgian homes of the colonial gentry, picturesque accommodation for officers and quaint workers cottages. Walk through this very fashionable suburb, containing some of Tasmania’s oldest homes, gardens and iconic sights.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
This is a 2 hour walking tour along city pavements
There are places to sit or perch along the route
Wheelchair accessible along city pavements - if assistance is required, guest must provide their own carer
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meet your guide outside Parliament House near Salamanca Place on the waterfront, and then set off on your 2-hour walking tour to explore historic Battery Point. Soak up the elegance, beauty and history of this quiet and exclusive area that was once farmland known as Cottage Green. This tour includes Arthur Circus and is full of stories including dubious property dealings by Governor Arthur, the fall of the carousing Reverend Knopwood and the ship building tycoon Alexander MacGregor whose finest of grand Georgian homes still stands today. Battery Point is best appreciated at a leisurely pace on foot with a guide who can bring to life how wealth flowed into Battery Point from the influx of trade and the British Royal Navy shipping timber, wool and rum from the Salamanca docks and warehouses. This easy walking tour starts at Parliament House and ends in Salamanca Place - world famous for its Saturday markets, the oldest markets in Australia. Your guide will be happy to direct you to some of our favourite cafés for a reviving coffee after the tour.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Wednesday 1:30 pm
Walking tour of elegant Battery Point
Monday 1:30 pm
Walking tour of elegant Battery Point
Tuesday 9:30 am
Walking tour of elegant Battery Point
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent insight
Sarah M,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent history of a beautiful part of Hobart. Lisa did an excellent job, she knew her history and made the whole experience interesting and fun. Highly recommend
Lisa was knowledgeable...
Pam B,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lisa was knowledgeable and engaging. This walking tour was excellent because she spoke about lots of hidden gems that we would never have known about by simply googling or reading a travel guide. We really loved it! Thankyou!
Amazing
jeff L,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun day - Lisa was very knowledgeable, friendly & professional. Lisa was on time & answered all our questions.
Informative and fun
656elizabethq,,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Lisa was exceptional. We really enjoyed the very informative commentary and insights in to life at the beginning of Hobart establishment.
A must do walk!
306sophiev,,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa was an excellent informative guide. The tour was very interesting and enjoyable. Would highly recommend on a visit to Hobart.
Excellent tour. Lisa our guide was outstanding, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable.
Daydream826386,,Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, Lisa our guide was outstanding, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. Wear comfortable shoes. And take your sunglasses, the Tasmanian sun is strong.
A must do walk!
I5237QRdianeh,,Mar 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so interesting. Our guide lived in Battery point so she knew all the history with extras. She could answer most questions but allowed time for us to interact with others in the group. 2hrs went quite quickly.
A very informative walk around Battery point
Rob T,,Mar 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very informative walk around Battery point. Well worth doing. Not too strenuous so any one with a minimum level of fitness can do it
The best history teacher I ever had
denisel392,,Feb 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa's communication with me after I made an online booking was flawless. Her message was clear and easy to understand. She knows Battery Point and Hobart generally extremely well. Hubby and I were most impressed. We have visited Hobart many times but never done a walking tour before. Should have done it years ago! Thanks for a great morning walking the streets of the beautiful BP! We will do your other tours next time we're in Hobart.
Robert Reed
Robert R,,Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative, some great stories, Battery Point has so much history.. the tour was a real highlight on our Hobart visit!
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