Port Arthur

Port Arthur, an open-air museum, is one of the most beautiful historical sites in Australia. Between 1788 to 1868, it was a convict community near the small town of Port Arthur, which received thousands of captives from Britain and Ireland.

It was one of eleven remaining penitentiary sites that have been designated as World Heritage property. Port Arthur is one of Australia's most significant historical landmarks, with stories of suffering and retribution engraved in every stone and brick.

Today, travelers from all over the world come to see the panoramic view of the Tasman peninsula from Port Arthur. While some come to admire the scenery, others come to hear the stories contained within the museum's walls.

Location: the Tasman Peninsula, 97 km southeast of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
Timing:

• Grounds and Gardens: 9 a.m until dusk
• Houses and buildings: 10 a.m to 5 p.m
• Christmas Day: 9 a.m to 3p.m

Pricing:

• Adult: AU$40
• Child: AU$18
• Family: AU$102 (2 adults and a maximum of 6 children)
• Concession: AU$32