Copy of Cruise Ship Shore Excursions

WELCOME TO HOBART

Red Decker welcomes you to Hobart, our stunning, harbour city.

To maximise your limited time in port, we have a shore excursion especially for you, you can join Red Deckers Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour the kunanyi/ Mt Wellington Explorer Bus or the Coal River Valley Explorer Bus.

Discover MORE of Hobart with us, these tours are perfect for cruise ship passengers and are tailored especially for you. Browse our recommended tours below.

STEP 1: CHOOSE FROM OUR OUR MOST POPULAR CRUISE SHIP DAY TOURS

The following tours are perfect for cruise ship days.

But please check our timetables to ensure you will return on time for your cruise ship's departure.

24 HOUR TICKET

HOBART CITY LOOP

24 hour ticket

90 minute City Loop Tour

Hop-on hop-off at 20 stops

Commentary available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish

Complimentary copy of Red Decker’s The Official Sightseeing Guide to Hobart– with exclusive local discounts.

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+ MT WELLINGTON

CITY LOOP + Kunanyi/MT WELLINGTON TOUR

48 hour ticket

90 minute City Loop Tour

Hop-on hop-off at 20 stops

Commentary available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish

Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass – 2.5 hour return tour or hop-on hop-off, valid all day

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purchasing a ticket on the day

You can purchase your tickets 4 ways

The easiest way to jump the queue is to purchase your tickets online, then make your way to the bus at Stop A (about a 800m flat walk from the cruise ship terminal)
Purchase from the Tasmanian Travel And Information Center stand at the Mac2 Terminal
Purchase at the Red Decker tent on Hunter Street opposite the cruise ship terminal
Or at the departure point at the Tasmanian Travel Centre (Stop A) (Subject to availability)

Please note that if you pre-purchase tickets please be there 30 minutes before the intended departure.

If you have mobility issues that prevent you from getting from the cruise ship terminal to the bus stop please let us know ahead of time by contacting the booking office at (03) 6236 9116.

STEP 2: TIME TO HOP ONBOARD

Upon disembarking from your cruise ship, make your way to the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (Stop A) on the corner of Elizabeth and Davey St. It’s a flat, 10-minute walk along Hobart's picturesque waterfront and is 800m away from your cruise ships berth. Please again remember to be there 30 minutes before your preferred departure. Then jump on board and enjoy the sites! We look forward to seeing you then!

STEP 3: TIME TO SIT BACK AND RELAX

Enjoy the Official Sightseeing Tour of Hobart. You will have the choice of 20 different stops to hop off at, and they feature the best sights and attractions in and around Hobart! Hop on and hop off as many times as you like or stay on board and do the whole 90-minute loop. The choice is yours.

A complimentary city sightseeing guidebook is provided onboard.

English commentary will play over the loudspeakers and complimentary headphones are available for French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish.

DEPARTURE LOCATION & TIMES

Red Decker buses depart from the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre in Hobart. On cruise ship days, our entire fleet of 6 iconic red open-top and closed-top double-decker buses can be seen touring the city. Buses normally depart hourly from Stop A (Travel Centre) at 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm with the last bus arriving back at Stop A (Travel Centre) at 4:30 pm. Additional departures are added on an as-needed basis. Please ask your driver for a copy of the timetable on the day.

Buses will depart every 30 minutes, between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm from the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre when the following cruise ships are in port:

View Tasports Hobart Cruise Ship Schedule

Red Decker Timetable

Brilliance of the Seas
Carnival Spirit
Carnival Splendour
Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Solstice
Coral Princess
Disney Wonder
Grand Princess

Majestic Princess
MS Charming
MSC Magnifica
Noordam
Ovation of the Seas
Pacific Adventure
Pacific Aria
Pacific Explorer
Quantum of the Seas

Queen Elizabeth
Radiance of the Seas
Resilient Lady
Royal Princess
Voyager of the Seas
Westerdam
Zuiderdam

To check if you are travelling on a cruise ship day please click on the Cruise Ship Schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions by Cruise Ship passengers

Are your tours Accessible and Inclusive?

Accessibility and Inclusivity

At Red Decker Hobart, we are dedicated to making our tours accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our buses are fully wheelchair accessible, with designated spaces and easy-to-use ramps. We can also cater to a wide range of needs, including:

Mobility impairments: Wheelchair access, priority seating, and assistance with boarding.

Hearing impairments: written guides are available onboard.

Visual impairments: Support for passengers who are blind or have low vision

Cognitive and developmental disabilities: Assistance for passengers on the autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities.

Mental health conditions: Compassionate support and tour advice for passengers with anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health needs.

If you have specific requirements, let us know by calling us on 62369116 or emailing us at bookings@reddecker.com.au where our friendly and trained team is here to assist, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all.

We recommend boarding at the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre (corner of Elizabeth and Davey Street). Please listen to your driver’s instructions when boarding. The wheelchair bay is located on the lower deck towards the front of the bus.

What happens if MY SHIP DOES NOT DOCK?

Cruise Ship Guarantee:
A full refund or swap of departure time will be offered if your cruise ship does not dock, or if the tour is missed due to a delayed arrival in port.

To avoid lines at the cruise terminal book online early and head straight to bus stop A at the Travel Centre to start your journey with us.

Please contact us on 6236 9116 if you have any further questions.

Do I need to book in advance?

Do you accept foreign currency?

How long does the tour take?

The length of the tour is up to you! Your Red Decker bus tour can be as short as a 90-minute sightseeing tour, or it can be all day (the last tour departs the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre at 3:00 pm, finishing at 4:30 pm).

Red Decker is a hop-on hop-off service, so you choose which attractions you’d like to hop off and visit and how long you would like to spend there. When you are ready to continue the tour, simply return to the bus stop and catch the next Red Decker Bus.

Does the bus have commentary?

What is allowed onboard the bus?

To avoid any danger, we kindly ask you to remain seated during the tour and keep with you your personal items (small luggage, strollers etc.) To keep the buses clean and safe, no food or drink other than water is allowed on board.

Animals are not accepted on board, except, for guide dogs, and other assistance animals who need to be positioned on your knees. Please also keep in mind that smoking and vaping are not allowed on board our buses.

The Official Sightseeing Tour of Hobart

+61 3 6236 9116

The Official Sightseeing Tour of Hobart