Port Arthur Penal Colony
Port Arthur (Tasmรกnie)
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Relics of Australia's convict past, and a modern scene of unimaginable horror.

๐Ÿ“œ Former timber station, converted into Australia's largest and most notorious prison colony.
๐Ÿ” Now a World Heritage-listed historic site with an interactive museum.

Why Go

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Explore relics of Australia's convict past
๐Ÿšข Enjoy a harbour cruise
๐Ÿšถ Discover various guided tours and island trips
๐Ÿ“š Learn about history in an engaging interactive museum

Why Avoid

โš ๏ธ Site of a modern tragic massacre in 1996

Tips

๐Ÿš— Located on the Tasman Peninsula, follow A3 Tasman Highway from Hobart

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Site entry for 2 days: Adults $53, Child $26, Concession $41. Additional costs for tours.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Daily 9am โ€“ 5pm, closed Christmas Day.

Other

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Souvenir shop, cafeteria, and restaurant available.
๐ŸŽ‰ Venue hire for weddings and events.

Last updated 9 days ago

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