Salamanca Story Walk

An intriguing step back in time to our colonial days
Hours

2.5

Adult

$40

Child

$

Take a walk on the dark side as we explore Tasmania’s fascinating colonial history. This is no ordinary walking tour. You’ll be transported back in time to the days of early settlement – where whalers drank, convicts fought and shady characters found refuge in the…

Salamanca Story Walk

Arthur Circus, Battery Point. A series of tiny heritage houses built around a roundabout in battery point.

Take a walk on the dark side as we explore Tasmania’s fascinating colonial history. This is no ordinary walking tour. You’ll be transported back in time to the days of early settlement – where whalers drank, convicts fought and shady characters found refuge in the pubs along the winding streets of Battery Point.

Listen to the tales of hardship and woe as you wander through the historic grand sandstone warehouses of Salamanca Place. Marvel at the beautiful colonial architecture of the 1800’s in the quaint village of Battery Point, overlooking the River Derwent. On this walk we explore the remains of early settlement and the role of convict men and women during this time.

We move to the present day and learn about Hobart’s latest developments, attractions and the best hospitality on offer. This walk is not physically demanding and can be attended by all ages. Our Salamanca Walk Experience was nominated for the Eatt Magazine Podcast travel award for one of the Top 10 walking tours in Australia in 2017. Don’t miss out on this fun way to discover Hobart’s convict history.

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Arthur Circus, Battery Point. A series of tiny heritage houses built around a roundabout in battery point.
Credit: Photo by Dale Baldwin
Salamanca Arts Centre, a 4 storey heritage sandstone building, taken at close range from street level.
Credit: Photo by Rob Burnett
Hobart waterfront at sunset, city marina and city skyline under hues of purple and orange
Credit: Photo by Luke Tscharke

TOUR MAP

A Map of Tasmania with the destination of Hobart highlighted.
Tour Highlights
Irish Murphy's, Salamanca Place, a busy herritage street with bars and restaurants lining the footpath. Outdoor dining.
Salamanca Place

Part of the historic docks area of Hobart, walk along cobbled pathways among the Georgian sandstone warehouses that were built by convicts in the 1830s.

Kelly's Steps, heritage sandstone steps joining salamanca to battery point
Battery Point

Wander quaint laneways lined with charming restored colonial cottages. Originally a maritime village, learn about the whalers and merchants who visited the area.

Salamanca Story Walk, a group of tourists listening to the history of the area from a historian
Storytelling

Be transported back in time with stories of shady characters and the hardships of convict men and women as you walk through beautiful architectural treasures.

THE EXPERIENCE

At 12pm meet at the front entrance of Salamanca Arts Centre – No. 77 Salamanca Place

We will return here at 2:30pm

WHAT'S INCLUDED
What's also included on every TAT tour:
Modern and comfortable air-conditioned transport
Orientation tour of each and every location
Small group sizes
Utmost care and professional service
What’s also included this tour:
Knowledgeable and passionate local tour guide
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