Salamanca Walk - History Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Our popular walking tour offers a captivating journey through Battery Point , seamlessly blending its rich colonial past with its vibrant present.
More than just a historical overview, you'll receive personalized recommendations to current attractions to get the most out of your visit.
Explore the remnants of the early settlement, uncover the stories of convict men & women, hear the tales of the pubs and shady characters that once roamed the streets.
Discover the architectural treasures nestled within the charming Battery Point neighbourhood showcasing Hobart's enduring beauty.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Pictures & drawings of Hobart, Salamanca and Battery Point
Food and Beverage Items
What To Expect
Join a history - guide on an exploration of Hobart's notorious convict heritage of Battery Point. Expect fascinating stories delivered with insight and passion, as we explore the remarkable lives of craftsman, clergyman, free settlers, merchants and convicts as they begun to quarry stone, hunt whales and building the foundations of Hobart by convict labour. Admire the architectural treasures of Battery Point overlooking the Derwent river. The experience is physically not demanding and has been attended by all ages.
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Salamanca Walk - History Tour
Reviews
71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Peter’s tour around...
Jaimes A,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Peter’s tour around Salamanca and Battery Point was a great way to understand the history of the area, he is extremely knowledgeable about Hobart and very passionate about sharing it, with dozens of old photographs to hand to help give historical context to his stories. He also have great tips for the best spots for photos asking the way, and a restaurant list for our stay. Considering we were the only 2 on the tour we felt very privileged at the personal service !
Highly recommend
Annie D,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00A group of 6 (4 from Melbourne and 2 visiting from the UK) we did the walking tour with Peter mid-week in winter and thoroughly enjoyed it. He is very knowledgable about Hobart and its history and imparts his knowledge in an engaging manner, with clarity and good humour. His historical photographs add to the information being imparted. The tour moved along at a good pace without being rushed and included recommendations of good places for coffee/baked goods/scallop pies/restaurants/whisky bars - all of which we put to good use later. Highly recommend Peter as a guide.
Great Tassie
John A,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Really great understanding,visited Tassie 10x plus,and you learn something everyday, really good tour
The tour was great to...
Noel M,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was great to point out the finer details of Salamanca’s history still hidden in plain site today. The guide was fun and kept the tour interesting and interactive.
“A Must in order to truly understand Salamanca”
Alan W,
Mar 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful tour and history of Salamanca and surrounding area. Our guide had many anecdotal stories as well as historical ones concerning our sites. He was thoroughly enjoyable and the tour seemed to fly by.
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