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Hop-on Hop-off Hobart Bus Tours
Routes
Timeline
Map
6
F – St Georges Church
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
St George’s Anglican Church
1 min walk
Anglesea Barracks
6 min walk
8
H – Wrest Point Casino
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Wrest Point Casino
Sandy Bay Beach
5 min walk
10
J – Cascade Brewery
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Cascade Brewery
1 min walk
Cascade Gardens
11
K – Female Factory
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Female Factory Historic Site
1 min walk
15
A - Travel Centre (Intermediate stop)
16
O - Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
18
Q – Hobart Convict Penitentiary
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Hobart Convict Penitentiary
2 min walk
20
S – Botanical Gardens
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Discover Hobart’s waterfront, with Mount Wellington and River Derwent views, on a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour perfect for flexible sightseeing.
- Visit 20 stops across Hobart, enjoying your favorite sights over and over or explore the entire city in one 90-minute loop.
- Head to the open-top decks for the best views, get free Wi-Fi, and audio commentary in 8 languages plus a guidebook to explore Hobart like a local.
- Visit the Royal Tasmanian Gardens, learn convict stories at Cascades Female Factory, and hit Cascade Brewery, one of Australia’s oldest brewing sites.
- Discover Hobart’s waterfront, with Mount Wellington and River Derwent views, on a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour perfect for flexible sightseeing.
- Visit 20 stops across Hobart, enjoying your favorite sights over and over or explore the entire city in one 90-minute loop.
- Head to the open-top decks for the best views, get free Wi-Fi, and audio commentary in 8 languages plus a guidebook to explore Hobart like a local.
- Visit the Royal Tasmanian Gardens, learn convict stories at Cascades Female Factory, and hit Cascade Brewery, one of Australia’s oldest brewing sites.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Access to Red route
- 90-minute city loop tour
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin & Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi & earphones
- Complimentary guidebook with exclusive discounts
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red route
- First bus: 10am from stop #A (Travel Centre)
- Last bus: 3pm from stop #A (Travel Centre)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Maritime Museum of Tasmania, Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- For ramp access, it is recommended to board at Bus Stop A outside the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (corner of Elizabeth and Davey Street).
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Due to bus restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Luggage storage is available inside Brooke Street Pier, on its lower level. However, large items like suitcases cannot be accommodated on the bus due to space limitations.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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What our guests say
Vera
Apr 2025Verified booking
The bus driver was not able to read my e-ticket I should have better bus the regular paper ticket. But he took me on the bus anyway, so all good after all.
DENIS
Mar 2025Verified booking
Circuit intéressant, mais on devrait disposer découteurs pour les autres langues Very interresting. But it woud be way more interresiting to get headphone to ear those comments in our languages.
Imelda
Jun 2025Verified booking
Awesome experience. I love the nature and beautiful place of tasmania
Kellie
May 2025Verified booking
The driver was cery knowledgable
Tina
Apr 2025Verified booking
Buses were on time, they were clean, drivers were excellnt and the commnary was very informative
Mandy
Jun 2025Verified booking
Wendy
May 2025Verified booking
Albert
May 2025Verified booking
VIPUL
Apr 2025Verified booking
Terry
Apr 2025Verified booking
Lynda
Apr 2025Verified booking
Merilyn
Apr 2025Verified booking
Katy
Apr 2025Verified booking
Janet
Mar 2025Verified booking
John
Mar 2025Verified booking
Marcela
Apr 2025Verified booking
Hobart is a lovely place and the bus drivers provided some great suggestions
Viktoria
Jan 2025Verified booking
Online ticketing was easy, bus stop was right outside of our hotel Wrest Point, very good commentary and nice sights. We used it 24 hours, which was very convenient
Sharon
Feb 2025Verified booking
The wonderful captains commentary as we sailed along
Bruce
Mar 2025Verified booking
No problem with ticketing on line. Bus was 15 minutes late to our stop but that is understandable. Driver was terrific and informative. It was a greta way to see the city in a limited amount of time available.
Tracy
Mar 2025Verified booking
Friendly and helpful staff. Loved being able to stay on for the whole trip but given opportunities to hop off and explore if wishing to do so.
Gail
Mar 2025Verified booking
Good commentary Bus was full at the Cascades factory, about 12 of us couldn't get on. We waited approx 15 mins for another bus to come along which was better than 30 minutes.
Sharon
Mar 2025Verified booking
Great range of places to visit with awesome drivers who added to the experience onboard, thanks guys, thoroughly recommend the ho-ho.
Miroslav
Feb 2025Verified booking
Easy ticketing thru headout; rounded and great experience on Red decker. Recommend to start with this and then deep dive to learn more with targeted visits to sites of your interest.
Julie
Jan 2025Verified booking
Great way to view the city. Wish we'd gotten the two day pass, it's great value and gives you more time to visit the sites.
Karla
Jan 2025Verified booking
Tony our driver was amazing with his extra commentary as we went around and it was easy to work out when we had to get on & off, with staff handing out flyers with the times, and was really helpful on a busy day being a public holiday as well as having a cruise ship in port.
Routes
Timeline
Map
6
F – St Georges Church
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
St George’s Anglican Church
1 min walk
Anglesea Barracks
6 min walk
8
H – Wrest Point Casino
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Wrest Point Casino
Sandy Bay Beach
5 min walk
10
J – Cascade Brewery
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Cascade Brewery
1 min walk
Cascade Gardens
11
K – Female Factory
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Female Factory Historic Site
1 min walk
15
A - Travel Centre (Intermediate stop)
16
O - Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
18
Q – Hobart Convict Penitentiary
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Hobart Convict Penitentiary
2 min walk
20
S – Botanical Gardens
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Get more for less with this combo! See Hobart's sights on a 48-hour hop-on hop-off tour and catch summit views with a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass.
- Explore Hobart with a hop-on hop-off tour along 20 stops like the Royal Tasmanian Gardens, and Cascade Brewery, Australia’s oldest brewery.
- Enjoy free WiFi, multilingual commentary, and a handy local guidebook, all while savoring open-top views and checking out sights with no limits.
- Enjoy a 2.5-hour round trip to kunanyi/Mt Wellington with boarding from 5 prime stops and enjoy a 30-minute summit stop to savor the views.
- Onboard, listen to live English commentary about the rainforests and glacial formations, and Mt Wellington's links to the local people.
- Get more for less with this combo! See Hobart's sights on a 48-hour hop-on hop-off tour and catch summit views with a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass.
- Explore Hobart with a hop-on hop-off tour along 20 stops like the Royal Tasmanian Gardens, and Cascade Brewery, Australia’s oldest brewery.
- Enjoy free WiFi, multilingual commentary, and a handy local guidebook, all while savoring open-top views and checking out sights with no limits.
- Enjoy a 2.5-hour round trip to kunanyi/Mt Wellington with boarding from 5 prime stops and enjoy a 30-minute summit stop to savor the views.
- Onboard, listen to live English commentary about the rainforests and glacial formations, and Mt Wellington's links to the local people.
Inclusions
Hobart HOHO
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Red Decker
- Access to Red route
- 90-minute city loop tour
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin & Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi & earphones
- Complimentary guidebook with exclusive discounts
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer
- 2.5-hour round-trip bus ride
- 30 minutes on the summit
- Hop on & off at 5 stops
- Live commentary in English
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
Hobart HOHO
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red route
- First bus: 10am from stop #A (Travel Centre)
- Last bus: 3pm from stop #A (Travel Centre)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Maritime Museum of Tasmania, Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
Please click here for the detailed timetable and here for the route map and boarding points.
- First bus: 9.30am from stop #1 (Brooke Street Pier)
- Last bus: 3.30pm from stop #1 (Brooke Street Pier) (October to April)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet, Big Bend, The Pinnacle
Hobart HOHO
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- For ramp access, it is recommended to board at Bus Stop A outside the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (corner of Elizabeth and Davey Street).
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Due to bus restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Luggage storage is available inside Brooke Street Pier, on its lower level. However, large items like suitcases cannot be accommodated on the bus due to space limitations.
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
- This experience has limited wheelchair and pram/stroller accessibility. Reach out to bookings@mtwellingtonexplorer.com.au. before your tour so arrangements can be made.
- When booking, select your preferred date and time for the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass.
- Dress snug in warm layers; Mt Wellington is about 10°C cooler than Hobart, with possible mixed weather.
- Bring your own food and water as there’s limited access on Mt Wellington with just two cafes in the vicinity.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Stephen
Apr 2025Verified booking
The Ease of finding our bus from the cruise port and the nice driver commentater Mt Wellington was clear and great photo opportunity. Hobart hop on off bus was really good and enabled us to se a bit more of Hobart
Lyndal
May 2025Verified booking
Great commentary from the drivers
Imelda
Jun 2025Verified booking
Vicki
May 2025Verified booking
Mingyi
Apr 2025Verified booking
Nosheen
Apr 2025Verified booking
Gai
Feb 2025Verified booking
Very easy to book and find the meeting place. The bus driver was excellent and felt very safe. His commentary and knowledge was very informative although some of the Dad jokes were a bit lame. Overall an enjoyable tour.
David
Jan 2025Verified booking
Taking the hop on hop off bus gave us a great opportunity to get our bearings around Hobart. Weather for Mount Wellington trip was poor so having bought the ticket so far in advance we still had to take the bus so didn't get full experience but you can't predict the weather.
Steve
Dec 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy. Drivers were very informative and helpful with my mobility scooter.
Anthony
Mar 2025Verified booking
Matthew
Jan 2025Verified booking
David
Jan 2025Verified booking
Margaret
Dec 2024Verified booking
Robyn
Nov 2024Verified booking
Ticketing easy and efficient. App easy to use and very accessible. Tour informative, coach driver was very knowledgeable and commentary first class. Fabulous weather and astounding views.
Roseen
Dec 2024Verified booking
Absolutely everything was great. Not a thing to complain about. The combo bus tours allowed us to experience as much of Hobart and surrounds as we possibly could in the time we had in Hobart. 2 day pass allowed us to do complete loops and then return to what interested us the most. Drivers, commentary and overall experience to be recommended.
Tessa
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything, the drive up to Wellington, the tour guide was lovely and patient and respectful The place was beautiful 😍. We were given plenty opportunity to take pictures. The ride through town was awesome.
Danielle
Nov 2024Verified booking
Christian our driver made the experience to Mt Wellington amazing, with his local knowledge, helpful and strong communication. He was very accommodating to those with a disability and we felt very safe with his driving. The bus was really comfortable and was great to have wifi and charging points.
Neil
Nov 2024Verified booking
Learned a lot about Hobart with very knowledgeable commentary about various attractions. Felt very safe on board particularly going up/down MyWellington.
Anita
Oct 2024Verified booking
I had booked both bus trips that morning through the inn I was staying at but my name wasn't on the list for the Mt.Wellington trip. I was able to get on after a bit of shuffling to see if there would be a spot for me which I was grateful for. The bus driver (I think it was Greg) was very informative & helpful. Even though the view was sometimes foggy/cloudy he tried his best to keep us entertained & finding the best viewing spots. I would highly recommend this trip.
Leonie
Sep 2024Verified booking
David was an excellent driver and he shared his great local knowledge with us. Fantastic tour!
Rosemarie
Dec 2024Verified booking
Susan
Dec 2024Verified booking
Sandra
Nov 2024Verified booking
Ian
Nov 2024Verified booking
ross
Nov 2024Verified booking
Routes
Timeline
Map
1
Brooke Street Pier
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Brooke Street Pier
Salamanca Place
2 min walk
2
Travel Centre
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
2 min walk
- Take a 50-minute one-way tour to the top of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and see dense forests, unique rock formations and epic views of southern Tasmania.
- While descending, take a rewarding walk on well-marked bushwalking tracks or bring your mountain bike for an exhilarating ride down the mountain.
- Upgrade your ticket to get a 2.5-hour round-trip pass which includes a 30-minute stop on the summit and 5 hop-on hop-off stops in Wellington Park.
- Onboard the bus, use free WiFi to post snaps on the gram while your English-speaking driver narrates tidbits about the history of kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
- Take a 50-minute one-way tour to the top of kunanyi/Mt Wellington and see dense forests, unique rock formations and epic views of southern Tasmania.
- While descending, take a rewarding walk on well-marked bushwalking tracks or bring your mountain bike for an exhilarating ride down the mountain.
- Upgrade your ticket to get a 2.5-hour round-trip pass which includes a 30-minute stop on the summit and 5 hop-on hop-off stops in Wellington Park.
- Onboard the bus, use free WiFi to post snaps on the gram while your English-speaking driver narrates tidbits about the history of kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
Inclusions
- 50-minute one-way pass for kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
- Live commentary in English
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wellington Park bushwalking map
- 2.5-hour round-trip kunanyi/ Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass (based on option selected)
Exclusions
- Bike freight of $10 per bike
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
Please click here for the detailed timetable and here for the route map and boarding points.
- First bus: 9.30am from stop #1 (Brooke Street Pier)
- Last bus: 3.30pm from stop #1 (Brooke Street Pier) (October to April)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet
- This experience has limited wheelchair and pram/stroller accessibility. Reach out to bookings@mtwellingtonexplorer.com.au. before your tour so arrangements can be made.
- Dress snug in warm layers; Mt Wellington is about 10°C cooler than Hobart, with possible mixed weather.
- Bring your own food and water as there’s limited access on Mt Wellington with just two cafes in the vicinity.
- The kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer buses can carry 4 mountain bikes on each departure. Reserve your bike spot for $10 when booking, and load it at Brooke Street Pier at least 20 minutes before departure.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Joshua
May 2025Verified booking
Was a great experience. Loved it. A must do!
Sacha
Jun 2025Verified booking
Bus was clean and on time. Driver Dave was brilliant!
Victoria
Jun 2025Verified booking
YIU
May 2025Verified booking
Jatin
May 2025Verified booking
Kate
Jan 2025Verified booking
Bus arrived as scheduled, the driver and tour guide was lovely and had informative conversation along the way. Highly recommend the 2.5 hour return trip to kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
Desiré
Jan 2025Verified booking
Amazing view and a very nice, helpful guide.
Anders
Dec 2024Verified booking
Great views, friendly and informative driver/guide.
Victor
Feb 2025Verified booking
Michelle
Jan 2025Verified booking
Sidonie
Dec 2024Verified booking
Elizabeth
Nov 2024Verified booking
Guide was informative and told us lots of interesting stories. Pointed out flowers like Waratahs that are different to NSW Waratahs. Good timeframe for enjoying the view etc.
Judith
Oct 2024Verified booking
Great scenery, and the guide was very nice and a good driver, but at times the commentary was cheesy (which is tolerable), sexist (which is intolerable) and totally negated the fact that Aboriginal people were the first inhabitants of Tasmania (also intolerable). I had to tick a box above to be able to submit this comment.
Paolo
Dec 2024Verified booking
Service was great. Driver was exceptional.
Ruixin
Jun 2024Verified booking
Prisca
May 2024Verified booking
The view was amazing. A bit chilly though.
Lacey
Jun 2024Verified booking
The whole experience was amazing. Accessing the bus was easy, the driver was very knowledgeable and the sights were unforgettable.
Kylie
Jan 2024Verified booking
The landscape and scenery. Even though it was inclement weather, I felt safe on the trip and still enjoyed the experience of rain and pelting winds.
Michelle
Apr 2024Verified booking
The driver was excellent! Smooth trip, very knowledgeable & so well organised. I'll be recommending to my friends!
Paula
Mar 2024Verified booking
Our guide/driver was excellent. He was informative, kind and funny.
KONSTANTIN
Jan 2024Verified booking
WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE U like everyone very professional
Ainslie
Oct 2023Verified booking
Great commentary- friendly driver - awesome route - thoroughly enjoyable
KAMAL
Jun 2023Verified booking
Nice professional driver with guide, cozy transport
Michelle
Jun 2024Verified booking
Ruby
May 2024Verified booking
From happy customers
Viktoria
United Statesgen, 2025
Online ticketing was easy, bus stop was right outside of our hotel Wrest Point, very good commentary and nice sights.
We used it 24 hours, which was very convenient
Red Decker: Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gai
Australiafeb, 2025
Very easy to book and find the meeting place. The bus driver was excellent and felt very safe. His commentary and knowledge was very informative although some of the Dad jokes were a bit lame. Overall an enjoyable tour.
Combo (Save 6%): Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
David
United Kingdomgen, 2025
Taking the hop on hop off bus gave us a great opportunity to get our bearings around Hobart.
Weather for Mount Wellington trip was poor so having bought the ticket so far in advance we still had to take the bus so didn't get full experience but you can't predict the weather.
Combo (Save 6%): Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Kate
Australiagen, 2025
Bus arrived as scheduled, the driver and tour guide was lovely and had informative conversation along the way. Highly recommend the 2.5 hour return trip to kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer One-Way Bus Pass
Elizabeth
Australianov, 2024
Guide was informative and told us lots of interesting stories. Pointed out flowers like Waratahs that are different to NSW Waratahs. Good timeframe for enjoying the view etc.
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer One-Way Bus Pass
Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Hobart bus tours
- Seamless exploration of culture and heritage: Navigate the city's attractions with ease, from the historic Battery Point to the serene Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, or UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Cascades Female Factory as well as modern cultural hubs like the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery.
- Flexible, unlimited travel: Enjoy unlimited hop-on and hop-off access with 24—or 48-hour passes, which let you tailor your itinerary to your interests and pace at affordable prices.
- Stunning scenic views: The open-top design offers panoramic views of Hobart’s waterfront, surrounding hills, and historical architecture, perfect for sightseeing and photography.
- Stress-free navigation: The hop-on hop-off service saves you from dealing with Hobart's steep hills, winding streets, and public transport schedules, offering comfortable and reliable transport.
Hop-on Hop-off buses are the perfect choice for
First-time visitors
For travelers new to Hobart, hop-on hop-off buses offer a curated route covering key attractions like Salamanca Place, Battery Point, and Mount Wellington, ensuring you experience the city’s highlights without missing anything.
Families
The buses are designed to accommodate groups, making it easy for friends and families to explore together.
Solo travelers
Solo travelers will find the hop-on hop-off tour a safe, social, and efficient way to explore Hobart independently.
Time-savers
For those with limited time in the city, hop-on hop-off bus tours maximize sightseeing efficiency. Visit multiple locations in one day across Hobart.
Budget-conscious tourists
Combining transport and guided commentary into a single ticket, hop-on hop-off bus tours save time and money while offering an enriching travel experience.
How to book tickets
Step 1
Scan the different tours and routes to make your choice.
Step 2
Purchase tickets online via Credit or Debit card.
Step 3
Look out for the ticket voucher in your inbox.
Step 4
Display the voucher digitally with a valid photo ID.
Step 5
Hop on and off at any point along the bus routes.
Top Hobart landmarks on the Hop-on Hop-off tour
Salamanca Place
Known for its historic sandstone warehouses, Salamanca Place is a vibrant hub for cafes, galleries, and boutiques.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hop-on Hop-off Hobart tours
How long is the full circuit of the Hobart hop-on hop-off bus tour?
The complete city loop tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, providing a comprehensive overview of Hobart's highlights.
Is live commentary available during the sightseeing tour?
Yes, informative pre-recorded commentary is available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, and Spanish.
Are there any discounts available for families or children?
Yes, discounted family tickets are available, as well as reduced rates for students and senior citizens aged 60+.
Are the hop-on hop-off buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible. For ramp access, it is recommended to board at Bus Stop A outside the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre.
Are the buses operational on public holidays?
The buses operate seven days a week, but are closed on Christmas and Good Friday.
Is there luggage storage available on the bus?
Large items like suitcases cannot be accommodated on the bus due to space limitations. However, luggage storage is available inside Brooke Street Pier on its lower level.
What are some popular day trips from Hobart?
Some popular day trip destinations include Port Arthur, Bruny Island, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), and Hastings Caves.