Art and History Trail Walking Tour in Tasmania

Hobart, AU
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Highlights

  • Explore Hobart's urban art scene
  • Learn about Hobart's colonial history
  • See the Weedy Tasmanian Sea Dragon mural
  • Discover the inspiring story of a migrant child
  • Experience the sculptures representing convict women and children

Meeting Point

We'll meet inside the courtyard of the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

Meeting point

Dunn Pl, Hobart TAS 7000 , Australia

End point

End Point

Tour ends nearby the MACq1 hotel

Meeting point

Hobart TAS 7000 , Australia

End point

What to expect

1

Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

Explore the courtyard and function of the Bond Store incorporating the oldest standing house in Hobart

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

Hobart Town Hall

A remarkable building construction and features past and present celebrated by the people of Hobart

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
3

Franklin Square

Named after Governor Franklin after he left Hobart leading an expedition and vanished in the Arctic ice

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
4

Two Islands Sculpture

The two islands by Nigel Helyer incorporating a soundtrack representing voices offering a potential to reflect upon the past to continue a dialogue in the future

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Brooke Street Pier

Meet the street mural artist's Bonsai and Ghostpatrol creation of the Weedy Tasmanian Sea Dragon, Commissioned in 2015 by the City of Hobart

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
6

Bernacchi Tribute Sculptures

An inspiring story of a migrant child, who became the first Australian in 1898 spending the entire winter in Antarctica

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
7

Footsteps Sculpture

The Irish artists Rowan Gillespie created four figures, representing thousands of convict women and children transported to Hobart

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Peter Lutz

What our experts say

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    Start at the Tasmanian Museum.
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    Check out nearby cafes for coffee.
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    Visit the historic Bond Store next.
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    Don't miss the street art at Franklin Square.
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    The tour ends close to the scenic waterfront.

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