Hobart to Port Arthur Road Trip Guide (Tasmania – South East)

A complete, self-contained road trip itinerary for exploring Tasmania’s South East Coast.

This road trip guide is designed for travellers who want to explore Tasmania’s South East Coast, without committing to a full island loop.

Covering the scenic journey from Hobart to Port Arthur, this guide takes you through one of Tasmania’s most popular and historically significant regions, known for its rugged coastline, convict history, dramatic landscapes and family-friendly attractions.

Inside, you’ll find a practical, easy-to-follow itinerary covering where to go, where to stay, what to see, and how to plan your days on the road—whether you’re travelling with kids, towing a caravan, or exploring in a motorhome or camper.

This is a standalone regional guide, not an excerpt. Everything you need to confidently plan and enjoy this part of Tasmania is included.

What This Guide Covers

In this road trip guide, you’ll find:

• A clear route overview from Hobart to Port Arthur

• Key stops and must-see locations along Tasmania’s South East Coast

• Family-friendly things to see and do along the way

• Recommended camping options, including free, low-cost and serviced sites

• Town highlights and local insights

• Historic sites and coastal landmarks

• Food stops, produce and local experiences worth planning around

• Weather and seasonal considerations

• Road conditions and towing notes

• Practical packing tips and road trip essentials

Who This Guide Is For

This guide is ideal if you’re:

• Visiting Tasmania and focusing on the South East region

• Short on time and want a ready-made itinerary

• Travelling with kids and need family-friendly planning

• Interested in Tasmania’s history and coastal scenery

• Towing a caravan or travelling in a motorhome or camper

• Looking for real-world travel advice from people who’ve done the trip

Format & Delivery

• Format: Digital eBook (PDF)

• Delivery: Instant access after purchase via your online library

• Access: Download and use offline while travelling

Planning More of Tasmania?

This regional guide is also included in our Complete Tasmania Road Trip Bundle, which brings together eight individual Tasmania itineraries covering the entire island.

The bundle is perfect for travellers doing a full Tasmania loop or visiting multiple regions and offers the best overall value.

This Tasmania road trip guide focuses on the South East Coast, covering the Hobart to Port Arthur route with detailed itinerary planning, camping options, family-friendly activities and practical travel advice for caravanners and road trippers exploring Tasmania.