Port Arthur Historic Site, Port Arthur

Loved walking through the old buildings, some of them are preserved very well. They run a number of tours but we did not have time to take them all. We took the Isle of the Dead tour which was a boat ride out to a small island just off the mainland that was used as a cemetery. The tour guide was really great and shared some very interesting stories of some of the people who where buried there. We also did a ghost tour the night before which was also very well done. Port Arthur has some amazing history and I definitely want to come back some day.

Brochures and advertising can't do this site justice. It is stunningly beautiful. A boat ride and guided tour are included in the entry fee making the visit extremely enjoyable, interesting and memorable. The visitors' centre is a pleasure as well. It is architecturally beautiful and well-appointed with a cafe and restaurant.