Port Arthur

This is the official audio-visual guide to the Port Arthur Historic Site. Via the App you can hear stories from those who lived, worked and visited this infamous place, both during the height of the convict settlement and in more recent times.

The guide covers all of the Historic Site’s major buildings and ruins, landscapes and personalities. See dozens of rare historical images supplied by institutions across the nation and the world, including images of the original buildings and their occupants. Listen to stirring tales of reform and punishment, hear the sounds of the industrial hive that once existed here and stories from conservation staff involved in caring for this World Heritage Listed property.

The App allows you to explore the Historic Site in your own time, visiting the buildings and locations which most appeal to you. Follow the suggested route across the site or choose your own path using the interactive map.

Use this guide to explore the Historic Site and access exclusive information, before, during and after your visit to Port Arthur, and access the website of the Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority and our online gift shop.