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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

Tickets for Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise in Hobart 🎫 General Admission for 1 person Adult (18-64) Senior (+65) Highlights 🚢 Embark on a captivating Derwent River harbour cruise tour with Hobart Historic Cruises 👨‍✈️ Highly enjoyable journey aboard the 'Spirit of Hobart,' the company's dedicated vessel 🎤 Live commentary on board provides fascinating insights and historical information about the Derwent River and its surroundings ⛵ Enjoy a range of cruise options 

General Info 📅 Date: various dates available (select during purchase) 🕒 Time: various times available (select during purchase) 📍 Location: Segway Tasmania 👤 Age requirement: No age requirement ❗ For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed, or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs Description Experience the magic of Hobart Historic Cruises! Sail the Derwent River on tailored cruises with breathtaking views and rich history. Choose from Morning and Afternoon Cruise for live commentary, Lunch Cruise for a delightful 1-course meal, or Dinner Cruise for a sumptuous 3-course dinner under the night sky. Our knowledgeable crew ensures an unforgettable journey. Book now and explore Hobart's historic waterways! Get your tickets now for Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart!

Getting there

Segway Tasmania

Morrison Street Pier, Murray Street, Hobart, 7000

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A 2½ Hour Cruise from Hobart's Waterfront

Iron pot cruises is a 2½ hour cruise exploring the renowned waterways that influence hobart's lifestyle. visit australia's oldest lighthouse, circumnavigate betsey island and discover the city's rich maritime past..

Travel aboard one of our brand new vessels in a small group. The spacious enclosed cabin contains comfortable leather seats. Large awning windows provide a great view and allow you to immerse yourself in the surroundings.

Cruising down the Derwent River you'll pass historic Battery Point, now one of Tasmania's premium residential addresses. You'll see well-known landmarks like the iconic Wrest Point Casino and the Shot Tower. Further south, you'll truly appreciate the scale of Mount Wellington as it towers over the city.

Arrive at the Iron Pot, Australia's oldest lighthouse, and be immersed in the fascinating history as your guide shares stories of Hobart's early settlement. 

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See Australia's oldest lighthouse and Betsey Island

Explore caves & see hundreds of seabirds

Cruising into Storm Bay, we reach Betsey Island. This uninhabited island is home to a variety of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants and the majestic white bellied sea eagle.

As we circumnavigate Betsey Island, Hope Beach comes into view. This isolated beach is known for its large breaks and offshore winds. We cruise close in to the shore and feel the swell surging straight from the Southern Ocean; these conditions make this a favourite spot with local surfers.

After 2½ hours on the water you'll return to Hobart refreshed, with a newfound appreciation for this beautiful harbour city.

CRUISE TIMES & PRICES

• 10.00am Cruise
• 2.00pm Cruise
• Full Day Tours from Hobart

10.00am Departure December to April. 2.00pm Departure Daily All Year Round. Bookings Essential (subject to availability). 

Getting There

Iron Pot Cruises depart from the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Booking Centre. This is situated on Franklin Wharf, next to the Constitution Dock Lifting Bridge on Hobart's waterfront. 

Please note there is no parking available at our Booking Centre. Nearby options for parking are Argyle Street Car Park, Market Place Car Park or Evans Street Car Park.  Check out this page for more details .

Bookings are subject to our Terms and Conditions .

You should not travel on our cruises if you are feeling unwell or have cold/flu symptoms.  Please contact us to cancel your booking.  

For information about accessibility, download our Accessibility Guide .

Our Flexible Cancellation Policy   

If you book directly with us, we have a very flexible cancellation policy:

• No cancellation fees if you need to cancel due to COVID  right up to the time of departure.  This includes if you are unwell or if you have to change your travel plans due to flight changes or travel restrictions.  We will happily move your booking to another day or provide you with a full refund.  Please note you need to advise us prior to departure so that we have an opportunity to re-sell the seats. 
• For non-COVID related cancellations our normal cancellation policy applies . We reserve the right to charge 100% for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.  Bookings are fully flexible up to 24 hours prior to the tour departure. 

Please note that if you book through a third-party website or travel agent, they each impose their own cancellation policies and restrictions.  

Duration   2½ Hours

Operates   Daily, except Christmas Day

Departs From Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Dock Head Building Franklin Wharf Hobart TAS 7000 View on Map

Prices up to 31 March 2024 Adult $135 Child $110 (1-16yrs)

Prices from 1 April 2024 Adult $140 Child $120 (1-16yrs)

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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

• View Hobart and its surrounds from the water on a River Derwent cruise
• Sit back and let the landmarks come to you rather than tour by foot or road
• See and hear about sites such as the Tasman Bridge via onboard commentary
• Choice of various timings and routes, some with lunch or dinner on board
• See itinerary
• 1 hour cruise on Morning and Afternoon cruise, Light refreshments available for purchasing
• 1.5 hours cruise with 1-course lunch on Lunch Cruise (meal not included for kids under 5)
• 2 hours cruise with 3-course dinner and one complimentary drink on Dinner cruise
• Live commentary on board for all the cruises
• Transportation to/from hotels
• Segway Tasmania, Morrison Street Pier, Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Departure Point: Murray Street Pier, Hobart We locate opposite to the Parliament House and next to the Salamanca Place, Morrison St Parking. **You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins. Look for a white and red shipping container. **
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Infant meals not included
• No dress code
• Baby pram accessible
• Most travellers can participate
• There is a minimum of 6 persons required for the Dinner cruise to depart.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 130 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Segway Tasmania Morrison Street Pier, Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Departure Point: Murray Street Pier, Hobart We locate opposite to the Parliament House and next to the Salamanca Place, Morrison St Parking. **You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins. Look for a white and red shipping container. ** See address & details
• Pass by Hobart
• You'll return to the starting point

• johnbE8598EX 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazingly surprised Don’t let first impressions count on this little beauty! Food was amazing - true blue steak and of course magnificent salmon for the wife. Read more Written 7 March 2023
• rogersE3248YG 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great Hobart Harbour Cruise We did the lunch cruise and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was good, the commentary excellent[ withe some local humour thrown in] and the weather was perfect. Great value for money. The meal was served on the main deck and the top deck is more like a longer. Plenty of room to walk about and take photos. Take the northern route as it goes up under the bridge. Read more Written 23 May 2022
• Vicky P 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Definitely worth a place in your itinerary We've seen this little red boat getting around the waterways and finally decided we'd take a cruise. It is deceptive in its size with a good sized dining area on the lower deck and a comfy lounge area on the top deck. You can stand out the front if you like but today it was a bit chilly and showery. We enjoyed standing out the back and listening to the captain's (a 5th generation Tasmanian) very informative and sometime humorous commentary. Most interesting was his comments on the Tasman Bridge tragedy detailing facts I hadn't heard before. He could be heard, no problems, all over the boat, wherever you were. We were served a delicious lunch fairly soon after we boarded. I chose the Atlantic salmon and hubs had the steak - for (the optional) dessert we had a hot chocolate pudding and a lemon tart both with yummy Tasmanian ice cream . We were both very pleased with our lunch. You can purchase alcohol (I guess soft drink too - I didn't notice). The hour and a half passed by very pleasantly. Our waiter / crew, captain and the lovely young lady in the ticket office were friendly and helpful. All in all very good value for money and I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend this cruise. Read more Written 9 December 2021
• Auscoach 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Nice cruise average food Took the Xmas lunch trip with family. Good commentary and cruise but very very average food for what was and expensive Xmas lunch. Probably better off just taking the tour and get some great fish and chips from the harbour when you get back Read more Written 24 December 2019
• reiveratsea 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A relaxing afternoon and so much to see We went on the lunchtime cruise and saw all round the harbour and up the river, through the Hobart Bridge. Our skipper was really interesting with his anecdotes of the sites we were seeing. A great way to spend 90 minutes and learn about the history and sites around Read more Written 8 December 2019
• Rick63AU 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Meal afloat We booked the evening cruise with 3 course meal. The ship took us both up and down the harbour, travelling under the Tasman bridge twice. The meal was great as was the company. the ships captain gave a great commentary whilst traversing the river Read more Written 6 December 2019
• harriet1034 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Dinner cruise Wonderful staff, amazing three course meal, and amazing views. A two hour boat trip around Hobart. I would highly recommend this. Very cheap for what you get! Read more Written 24 November 2019
• June B 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles "SPIRIT OF HOBART" We were a group of 27 who travelled on "Spirit of Hobart) - the Red & White boat, for a 1.5 hrs lunch cruise. It was fantastic, very friendly staff, quick service and the food was excellent. Would thoroughly recommend this cruise. Read more Written 24 July 2019
• eliserhiannon 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great It was the best way to see the harbour. My Aunty and I just loved it. Very informative crew and lovely. Read more Written 9 July 2019
• Janelle V 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Dinner cruise We booked the 6 o'clock 2 hour dinner cruise and were not dissapointed. The food was great value , including x2 drinks each. Commentary eas very imformative. Great value for money. Would recommend to all to book this tour. Read more Written 10 March 2019
• D2244NUrebeccar 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Absolutely Recommend My husband and I took the one hour cruise this morning. We boarded at 11am and oh my gosh I have to mention how beautiful this vessel is! Keeping the authenticity of the boat makes the experience feel like a real piece of Hobart. The history and commentary from the captain was very informative and entertaining - I just wish I saw more passengers as I fear business may be struggling. For $28 per person I felt this was cheap for the experience we had. Love it and will do another of your cruises in the near future! Read more Written 8 March 2019
• Gtrjt 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Magnificent Absolutely magnificent cruise and well worth the $38 spent including lunch .Your staff are a credit to themselves,hard working and very friendly.Will definitely be recommending to all our friends back in Adelaide heading to Tassie. Read more Written 2 February 2019
• BHodge39 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise- Failure! We sent the cruise this exact message, and never heard back. Would NOT recommend. “Hello- my friend and I went on the dinner cruise tonight (24/12). We booked this a couple days ago as a special night out for Christmas Eve, but had several issues. First, the expected arrival time listed multiple times on the email ticket, as well as the booking site, said 6pm. However, we arrived exactly at 6pm and the boat was about to pull away from the dock; we were abruptly rushed inside. Next, we were given instructions for different aspects of the meal (where to be, when). When we came down to the dining area, everyone around us had their first course, but we were never served. After waiting, we asked an employee about the situation and it came to light that the kitchen had ran out of food for the first course, though everyone else except us had been served. In addition, while we were waiting to be served, we missed about 30 minutes of the historical tour as the speakers on the dining level did not work. While the employees were apologetic, they seemed confused and unsure of how to handle the situation. We went home extremely disappointed in the organization and quality of both the food and venue, which was unbearably hot. Overall, we feel that the price we paid was not justified by the service we received; our expectations for this luxury dinner cruise were absolutely not met. We would like to be compensated for some, if not all of the price of this experience, especially as we never received a major portion of our meals.” Read more Written 13 January 2019
• 384wentingr 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience at spirit of Hobart Everything is perfect. Have Enjoyed an afternoon cruising Dervent’s tranquil waters! Staffs are very friendly and they do have a bar where you can order coffee, tea (free) and wine!!! I will give 10/10 for captain’s live commentary. Love it xx Read more Written 24 November 2018
• Greg S 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Good value for great service. The old boat is very serviceable, the commentary interesting and not overpowering, the meals basic but good and the drinks cold and reasonably priced. All staff were keen to go out of their way to make sure you were looked after. It is exactly what it says it is, which is quite refreshing. Read more Written 8 November 2018

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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

Hobart, Tasmania

Hobart Historic Cruises organises and operates the Derwent River harbour cruise tour, providing quality service to both global tourism and participating delegates.

We have highly experienced crew members and also provide a boat charter service on our vessel ‘Spirit of Hobart’.

The company, which has been running the Derwent River harbour cruise tour for more than 30 years, has an excellent track record.

 We provide a first class service at affordable prices, which are highly competitive.

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Pass By: Hobart, Hobart, Greater Hobart, Tasmania

Our cruise has experienced captain which will take you to see the waterfront of Hobart on Derwent River, and live commentary to submerge you with the history of Hobart and surroundings.

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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

• View Hobart and its surrounds from the water on a River Derwent cruise
• Sit back and let the landmarks come to you rather than tour by foot or road
• See and hear about sites such as the Tasman Bridge via onboard commentary
• Choice of various timings and routes, some with lunch or dinner on board
• See itinerary
• 1 hour cruise on Morning and Afternoon cruise, Light refreshments available for purchasing
• 1.5 hours cruise with 1-course lunch on Lunch Cruise (meal not included for kids under 5)
• 2 hours cruise with 3-course dinner and one complimentary drink on Dinner cruise
• Live commentary on board for all the cruises
• Transportation to/from hotels
• Segway Tasmania, Morrison Street Pier, Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Departure Point: Murray Street Pier, Hobart We locate opposite to the Parliament House and next to the Salamanca Place, Morrison St Parking. **You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins. Look for a white and red shipping container. **
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Infant meals not included
• No dress code
• Baby pram accessible
• Most travellers can participate
• There is a minimum of 6 persons required for the Dinner cruise to depart.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 130 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Segway Tasmania Morrison Street Pier, Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia Departure Point: Murray Street Pier, Hobart We locate opposite to the Parliament House and next to the Salamanca Place, Morrison St Parking. **You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins. Look for a white and red shipping container. ** See address & details
• Pass by Hobart
• You'll return to the starting point

• johnbE8598EX 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazingly surprised Don’t let first impressions count on this little beauty! Food was amazing - true blue steak and of course magnificent salmon for the wife. Read more Written 7 March 2023
• rogersE3248YG 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great Hobart Harbour Cruise We did the lunch cruise and thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was good, the commentary excellent[ withe some local humour thrown in] and the weather was perfect. Great value for money. The meal was served on the main deck and the top deck is more like a longer. Plenty of room to walk about and take photos. Take the northern route as it goes up under the bridge. Read more Written 23 May 2022
• Vicky P 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Definitely worth a place in your itinerary We've seen this little red boat getting around the waterways and finally decided we'd take a cruise. It is deceptive in its size with a good sized dining area on the lower deck and a comfy lounge area on the top deck. You can stand out the front if you like but today it was a bit chilly and showery. We enjoyed standing out the back and listening to the captain's (a 5th generation Tasmanian) very informative and sometime humorous commentary. Most interesting was his comments on the Tasman Bridge tragedy detailing facts I hadn't heard before. He could be heard, no problems, all over the boat, wherever you were. We were served a delicious lunch fairly soon after we boarded. I chose the Atlantic salmon and hubs had the steak - for (the optional) dessert we had a hot chocolate pudding and a lemon tart both with yummy Tasmanian ice cream . We were both very pleased with our lunch. You can purchase alcohol (I guess soft drink too - I didn't notice). The hour and a half passed by very pleasantly. Our waiter / crew, captain and the lovely young lady in the ticket office were friendly and helpful. All in all very good value for money and I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend this cruise. Read more Written 9 December 2021
• Auscoach 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Nice cruise average food Took the Xmas lunch trip with family. Good commentary and cruise but very very average food for what was and expensive Xmas lunch. Probably better off just taking the tour and get some great fish and chips from the harbour when you get back Read more Written 24 December 2019
• reiveratsea 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A relaxing afternoon and so much to see We went on the lunchtime cruise and saw all round the harbour and up the river, through the Hobart Bridge. Our skipper was really interesting with his anecdotes of the sites we were seeing. A great way to spend 90 minutes and learn about the history and sites around Read more Written 8 December 2019
• Rick63AU 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Meal afloat We booked the evening cruise with 3 course meal. The ship took us both up and down the harbour, travelling under the Tasman bridge twice. The meal was great as was the company. the ships captain gave a great commentary whilst traversing the river Read more Written 6 December 2019
• harriet1034 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Dinner cruise Wonderful staff, amazing three course meal, and amazing views. A two hour boat trip around Hobart. I would highly recommend this. Very cheap for what you get! Read more Written 24 November 2019
• June B 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles "SPIRIT OF HOBART" We were a group of 27 who travelled on "Spirit of Hobart) - the Red & White boat, for a 1.5 hrs lunch cruise. It was fantastic, very friendly staff, quick service and the food was excellent. Would thoroughly recommend this cruise. Read more Written 24 July 2019
• eliserhiannon 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great It was the best way to see the harbour. My Aunty and I just loved it. Very informative crew and lovely. Read more Written 9 July 2019
• Janelle V 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Dinner cruise We booked the 6 o'clock 2 hour dinner cruise and were not dissapointed. The food was great value , including x2 drinks each. Commentary eas very imformative. Great value for money. Would recommend to all to book this tour. Read more Written 10 March 2019
• D2244NUrebeccar 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Absolutely Recommend My husband and I took the one hour cruise this morning. We boarded at 11am and oh my gosh I have to mention how beautiful this vessel is! Keeping the authenticity of the boat makes the experience feel like a real piece of Hobart. The history and commentary from the captain was very informative and entertaining - I just wish I saw more passengers as I fear business may be struggling. For $28 per person I felt this was cheap for the experience we had. Love it and will do another of your cruises in the near future! Read more Written 8 March 2019
• Gtrjt 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Magnificent Absolutely magnificent cruise and well worth the $38 spent including lunch .Your staff are a credit to themselves,hard working and very friendly.Will definitely be recommending to all our friends back in Adelaide heading to Tassie. Read more Written 2 February 2019
• BHodge39 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise- Failure! We sent the cruise this exact message, and never heard back. Would NOT recommend. “Hello- my friend and I went on the dinner cruise tonight (24/12). We booked this a couple days ago as a special night out for Christmas Eve, but had several issues. First, the expected arrival time listed multiple times on the email ticket, as well as the booking site, said 6pm. However, we arrived exactly at 6pm and the boat was about to pull away from the dock; we were abruptly rushed inside. Next, we were given instructions for different aspects of the meal (where to be, when). When we came down to the dining area, everyone around us had their first course, but we were never served. After waiting, we asked an employee about the situation and it came to light that the kitchen had ran out of food for the first course, though everyone else except us had been served. In addition, while we were waiting to be served, we missed about 30 minutes of the historical tour as the speakers on the dining level did not work. While the employees were apologetic, they seemed confused and unsure of how to handle the situation. We went home extremely disappointed in the organization and quality of both the food and venue, which was unbearably hot. Overall, we feel that the price we paid was not justified by the service we received; our expectations for this luxury dinner cruise were absolutely not met. We would like to be compensated for some, if not all of the price of this experience, especially as we never received a major portion of our meals.” Read more Written 13 January 2019
• 384wentingr 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience at spirit of Hobart Everything is perfect. Have Enjoyed an afternoon cruising Dervent’s tranquil waters! Staffs are very friendly and they do have a bar where you can order coffee, tea (free) and wine!!! I will give 10/10 for captain’s live commentary. Love it xx Read more Written 24 November 2018
• Greg S 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Good value for great service. The old boat is very serviceable, the commentary interesting and not overpowering, the meals basic but good and the drinks cold and reasonably priced. All staff were keen to go out of their way to make sure you were looked after. It is exactly what it says it is, which is quite refreshing. Read more Written 8 November 2018

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Lunch cruise

Customers can spend an enjoyable 1 ½ hour seeing the sights and having a proper one course meal.

• Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)

Dinner Cruise

This provides a full three course meal together with one complimentary drink (Minimum 6 people to run, please give us a ring to confirm)

• Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)

Afternoon Cruise

We have 1:45pm south route cruise and 2:45pm north route cruise

• Duration: 1 Hours (approx.)

Morning cruise

For the morning cruise, we will travel up the river going inland, passing Botanical Gardens, Government House, under Tasman Bridge, crossing over the river to Rose bay, then coming back from Montagu Bay

• Duration: 60 Minutes (approx.)

2023 Christmas Day Lunch Cruise

Christmas Day lunch on Derwent River, 2.5 hours with 3 course lunch onboard.

• Duration: 150 Minutes (approx.)

NYE Fireworks Cruise MIDNIGHT

Midnight firework cruise for Adults only. Alcohol served on the boat. The cruise goes from Murray Street Pier at 11:20pm for 1.5 hours and stop for fireworks at 12am.

NYE Fireworks Cruise 9pm

Enjoy New years Eve fireworks on the boat! The cruise goes from Murray Street Pier at 9pm for 1 hour and stop for fireworks at 9:20pm. Superb venue involves kids around. Book in now!

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