Visit ZooDoo Zoo from Viator
Meet the famous Tasmanian Devil, cuddle a kangaroo, feed a lion and more with this discounted entry to ZooDoo Zoo.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Location: Hobart
- Price: $30
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15+ summer school holiday activities in Hobart 2020
Entertain your kids on a budget with these things to do in Hobart during the break.
School's out. Now what? Get the kids out of the house with our collection of school holiday activities in Hobart.
From nature experiences including visiting the local zoo to action-packed days spent river kayaking, there's something to please even the tiniest tots.
Less than $50 | Things to do during school holidays in Hobart
Spend the day at Intencity from Groupon
Go on this family friendly entertainment place with a wide range of video games and prizes.
- Duration: 2-4 hours
- Location: Hobart
- Price: $15 for 2 hours and $30 for 4 hours
Climb Bruny Island Lighthouse from RedBalloon
Climb the original spiral staircase in this historic lighthouse as you learn all about the history of the building and the lighthouse keepers who manned it.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Location: Bruny Island
- Child price: $10
- Adult price: $15
- Accepts Afterpay
More than $50 | Things to do during school holidays in Hobart
Hike Mt Wellington from Viator
Enjoy a guided hike up Mount Wellington passing by waterfalls and wildflower-dotted landscapes to get to the summit of 1,271 metres.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Location: Mount Wellington from Hobart
- Child price: $35 (5–17 years old)
- Adult price: $55
Tour Bonorong Wildlife Park and Richmond from Hobart from Viator
Experience native Australian wildlife as well as the historic town of Richmond in one half-day tour.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Location: Hobart
- Child price: $51 (4–14 years old)
- Adult price: $102
Kayak the River Derwent from RedBalloon
Take in Hobart’s iconic waterfront from a whole new perspective as you explore the River Derwent and Hobart docks by kayak.
- Duration: 2 hours
- Location: Sandy Bay
- Ages: Not suitable for children under 7 years old
- Child price: $60 (7–16 years old)
- Adult price: $95
- Accepts Afterpay
Devil Tracker Adventure and Unzoo from finder.com.au
Go behind the scenes in this once-in-a-lifetime wildlife opportunity and be part of the research effort to help save the Tasmanian devils.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Location: Taranna
- Child price: $75
- Adult price: $120
Hit the track on a Tasmania Coastal Mountain 4WD tour from RedBalloon
Discover river gorges, beautiful beaches, eucalypt forests and waterfalls by 4WD and get the chance to get close to Tasmanian devils, quolls and wombats.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Location: Bicheno
- Child price: $80 (7–15 years old)
- Adult price: $160
- Accepts Afterpay
Cruise to Bruny Island from RedBalloon
Explore deep-sea caves as you cruise along some of Australia's highest sea cliffs in the search for dolphins, fur seals, sea birds and whales.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Location: Bruny Island
- Child price: $85 (3–16 years old)
- Adult price: $135
- Accepts Afterpay
Go on an Iron Pot and Betsey Island cruise from RedBalloon
Learn about Hobart's history as you get to see Australia's oldest lighthouse and cruise along the final leg of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Location: Hobart
- Child price: $100 (1–16 years old)
- Adult price: $125
- Accepts Afterpay
Tour Port Arthur and the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park from RedBalloon
A full-day tour where you can discover and learn about the historical site of Port Arthur, explore Tasman Arch and Devil's Kitchen and watch the Tasmanian Devils at feeding time.
- Duration: 10.5 hours
- Location: Hobart
- Ages: Suitable for ages 8 years and older
- Price: $135
- Accepts Afterpay
Fly over Hobart City from finder.com.au
Even if you’ve lived in Hobart your whole life, it’s a special experience to take in your own city from the air on a scenic flight. You might even get to fly over your own house!
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Location: Hobart
- Price: $149
Free activities and special events during the school holidays in Hobart
4 free things to do in Hobart over the summer holidays
- Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Hop onto a guided tour for insider knowledge of the museum's vast and varied collection of decorative arts, photographs, herbs and zoological specimens. The museum often hosts child-friendly activities over school break.
- Sculpture Trail (pictured). Take your little ones along the river at Battery Point to discover the amazing views and historical sculptures to spot.
- Family Carols. Get into the Christmas spirit with the annual family carols event. Enjoy a free food market and Christmas festivities for everyone at the Christian Reformed Church of Kingston. 13 December 2019.
- Elf Acro at Salamanca Market. Learn how to be as agile as an elf with this acrobatic event for the whole family this Christmas. 14 December.
Hobart travel and experience deals
Princess Cruise Lines
Australia cruises from $248
Available on select travel dates in 2020 and 2021 departing from Sydney. Destinations include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Eden, Hobart and more. T&Cs apply.
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Kayak
Auckland flights from $240 return
Available for travel from January - July 2020. Sample fare is Melbourne-Auckland with Jetstar. Other flight departs from Brisbane, Sydney, Hobart, Gold Coast, Adelaide and more.
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Skiddoo
Domestic flights from $184 return
Valid for travel until January 2020. Sample fare is Melbourne–Hobart. Destinations include Canberra, Sydney, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Perth and more.
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Trafalgar Tours
Up to 10% off Australia & New Zealand 2020 trips
Valid for travel on select dates in 2020. Destinations include Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hobart, Broome, Darwin and more. T&Cs apply.
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