Historical Attractions Near Me in Port Arthur, TAS

If you love history and nature, then Port Arthur in the Emerald Isle is a place that the family should explore!

This fascinating small town was a former convict settlement, and is one of the most significant heritage areas in the entire state! It's also World Heritage listed - which means it's pretty special indeed!

The Port Arthur Historic Site is where the family can enjoy tours of prisons, historic buildings, and get right into nature, and those brave kids can even explore the town with some pretty cool Ghost Tours too!

Don't miss more history at the Coal Mines Historic Site too, where the family can enjoy an adventure deep underground!

With some of the most beautiful nature in the area too, Port Arthur is a real life history lesson for the family where your history books are all around you!

A beautiful, peaceful, intriguing and unforgettable experience in Tasmania.