The Port Arthur Historic Site

Located in Port Arthur, Tasmania, The Port Arthur Historic Site is catalogued as a historic site — one of 67 historic sites tracked across Australia. Among Port Arthur's landmarks it currently ranks #2 by visitor review volume, placing it among the city's most visited attractions.

Visitors rate The Port Arthur Historic Site 4.6 out of 5 across 29 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the historic sites category nationally it ranks #29 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, The Port Arthur Historic Site ranks #386 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 79%, a quieter profile nationally — typical of local favourites that reward visitors who venture beyond the famous icons. Within Tasmania it sits at #21 of 25, and within the historic sites category it holds #29 of 67 Australia-wide. Its 4.6 rating runs just below the historic sites average of 4.61, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.

The Port Arthur Historic Site is located at Port Arthur TAS 7182, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Port Arthur. For the wider context, the Port Arthur city page ranks all 2 local landmarks side by side, and the Historic Sites category page compares The Port Arthur Historic Site with similar attractions across Australia.