Port Arthur Historic Site Ghost Tour in Tasmania
- Go on an evening walking tour around Port Arthur to discover mysterious gems
- Walk about 2 km through the darkness of this historic site with only a lantern to light your way
- Drop by several of the most infamous buildings and explore the deepest corners of each one
- Learn about the strange tales that have unnerved and baffled the convicts, settlers, and soldiers who lived there
What to expect
Darkness falls, and Port Arthur’s hidden side emerges. As night descends, join a 90-minute, lantern-lit ghost tour through the darkened grounds of the historic site. Follow your expert guide through infamous buildings and ruins, and hear vivid tales of unexplained events that have unsettled convicts, settlers, soldiers, and visitors alike.
Over 1,000 people died here during its 47 years as a penal settlement, and many believe their spirits remain. Ghost stories have surrounded Port Arthur since 1870, growing with each new account of eerie experiences. As lantern light flickers and strange stories unfold, you'll explore Port Arthur's secrets—and decide for yourself if the legends are real.
Reviews
The guide was the best. He knew how to tell ghost stories and with passion. His spooky story telling abilities gave me goosebumps! Good interaction as well, some of our fellow tour mates were asked to carry electric lanterns to ensure the paths are clearly visible when walking. A little disappointing sd umbrellas were not allowed but they explained it’s because they didnt want any accidents especially with the pointy umbrella ends and the environment being dark in the evening.
It was Christmas Eve and a raining night. While the guide shared many stories, the current tour as compared to 30 years ago no longer share some of the artifacts or displays in the prison cells which kind of disappointment. Nonetheless, good for first timer.
wonderful experience. the guide was too good. highly recommended
Fantastic experience. Our guide Dave made it an incredibly awesome night.
Informational tour with great storytelling and ambience
Tour was great however we arrived and they had no booking. Lucky they had spare spots to fit us in
This tour is average. The tour guide brought group around to different areas on the site. They tell stories of the convicts and ghost stories of apparent sightings on previous ghost tours. They try to frighten the group by slamming the table or stomping their foot suddenly. This is predictable and quite boring.
This was a very interesting tour and although not everyone will be able to experience the paranormal activities as this is pretty subjective, the whole story telling from the experienced guide provides everyone a great history lesson on the historic site of Port Arthur. Thoroughly enjoyed it too. P.S. Try & see if you can spot anything "thing" in my last pic (hint: brighten your screen and look at the window in the middle of the pic)
Its a fun activity! Along each point, the guide tell us what happen at that area. And also, she tell us the experience that others had experienced before. Its a great experience to explore Port Arthur at night too.
not scary enough. I personally think it is not worth the money spend.
Good to know
- Please allow 90 minutes of travel time to Port Arthur if you come from Hobart
- The operator retains the right to deny access or eject visitors who are being a public nuisance, acting recklessly, or failing to observe directions from signage or the staff
Meet up location
- Port Arthur Historic Site
- Address: Historic Site, Visitor Centre, Port Arthur TAS 7182, Australia
- Meet up with your guide at the Port Arthur Visitor Center
- Please refer to map for assistance
- Please refer to the Port Arthur Historic Site map for directory assistance
- How to get there: 5-minute driving distance by car from Stewarts Bay Beach House
- Departure time: 19:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, and 21:30
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