Hobart Convict Penitentiary
Hobart, Australia
1 ticket option available · from $25.03
Tours, passes & combos at Hobart Convict Penitentiary
Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.
| Seller | Option | Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart Convict Penitentiary Official | Adult ticket for a 90-minute guided site tour. Includes Pan | $25.03 | View |
Did you know?
- Type
- Historical place museum in Hobart, Australia
Visitor information
- Address: Corner of Campbell and, Brisbane St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
- Phone: +61 3 6231 0911
- Official website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/places/penitentiary/
People also ask
Can you tour the Hobart penitentiary?
Guided Site Tour: This 90-minute guided tour is the only way to see the entirety of one Australia's richest convict sites.
How long to spend at Hobart Convict Penitentiary?
Make a day of it at Hobart Convict Penitentiary and discover the small details that tell big stories. On our award winning the 90-minute Unshackled guided tour, expert volunteer guides lead you through tunnels, staircases, courtrooms and underground spaces — in little groups unearthing the past of 200 years.
When did the Hobart penitentiary close?
While much of the Gaol was demolished in 1963, the Penitentiary Chapel remained, with the courts operational until 1983.
Were the worst convicts sent to Tasmania?
Only the worst of Australian convicts - the ones that, after having been sent to the colonies, continued committing crimes - were sent there. Nor were all convicts treated harshly. Except for isolated cases, severe punishment was reserved for habitual criminals in places like Port Athur.
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