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Red Decker Hobart: routes, stops and tickets
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We list 4 Red Decker ticket options in Hobart, from 1.5–48 hr. Red Decker Company operates the Hobart double-decker hop-on hop-off city loop and the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus, selling tickets directly and through resellers including combination passes. This guide covers 2 routes, its 24 distinct stops, when to ride and who it suits, then lines up the tickets.
- Routes2
- Stops24
- Shortest loop1H 30M
- Tickets4
Route and stops
- Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Tour
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
A one-direction double-decker loop from the Travel Centre through the waterfront, Salamanca Place and Battery Point, out to Sandy Bay and Cascade Brewery, then back through the city to the museums, the Convict Penitentiary and the Botanical Gardens.
Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Tour
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A bus up the mountain road from Hobart's waterfront with a break at the summit, and short walks at stops along the way. Combination tickets pair it with the city loop.
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus
Red Decker tickets in Hobart
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What riders say
Across these tickets travellers rate Red Decker Hobart 4.6 out of 5 from 991 reviews.
Stops at many places, easy hop on hop off. Nice pre-recorded audio explaining the city and driver added a bunch of info on his own. Hope on/off easy and next bus comes around in an hour. Great way to enjoy the views of the city w/o having to drive.
Great trip to Mt Wellington for 2.5 hour with an experienced driver/guide who was very knowledgeable. Hop on Hop off bus was equally as enjoyable and very informative, buses run exactly to time.
Typical experience with a nice casualness in this laid back Aussie town. Got us to several places we hopped off as well as a basic tour of the city and how it’s laid out
Best time to ride
Summer and early autumn give the clearest harbour views from the top deck, though layers are wise because Hobart weather changes quickly. For kunanyi/Mt Wellington, a clear morning gives the best summit outlook.
Who it suits
- Families
- Top-deck seats and varied stops such as the Botanical Gardens and Aquatic Centre keep children interested; mountain walks suit older kids.
- Couples
- Combines Salamanca Place, Battery Point and Cascade Brewery with an optional summit trip.
- Seniors
- A seated route with commentary; the kunanyi bus is stated to be wheelchair accessible.
- First-time visitors
- Twenty stops cover the main historic and waterfront areas in one ninety-minute loop.
Tips before you go
- The bus travels in one direction only, so follow the stop order for the stop you want.
- The kunanyi/Mt Wellington tour departs from the Travel Centre stop.
- Pack a warm layer for the mountain even on a clear day in the city.
- A Richmond Village tour via the Coal River Valley Explorer Bus also departs from the Travel Centre.
Good to know
- Commentary languages listed by the operator: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish.
- Buses: about every 60 minutes.
Sights along the way
Salamanca Place, Brooke Street Pier, Battery Point, Cascade Brewery, Female Factory, Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart Convict Penitentiary, Wrest Point, kunanyi/Mt Wellington.
Top-ranked in Hobart: Bruny Island, Richmond Village, Mt. Wellington (Kunanyi), Port Arthur, Mount Field National Park. All things to do in Hobart.
Questions about Red Decker Hobart
How long does the Hobart hop-on hop-off loop take?
The operator states a full loop of about 90 minutes if you stay on board.
How often do the buses run?
The operator states buses depart every 60 minutes.
Which languages are offered?
Commentary is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Spanish.
How do I get to kunanyi/Mt Wellington?
The Explorer Bus departs from the Travel Centre in central Hobart and includes a break at the summit.
Are there combination tickets?
Yes, resellers and the operator offer combos pairing the city loop with the kunanyi/Mt Wellington bus or the Richmond Village tour.
How many Red Decker ticket options are there in Hobart?
We list 4 Red Decker ticket options in Hobart, lasting 1.5–48 hr, rated 4.6 out of 5 across 991 traveller reviews.
Route and stop details checked 2026-10-15, from the operator's own pages where they could be read and from independent guides where they could not; where sources differ, the list may be incomplete. Routes and times change with the season, so confirm on the ticket page before you travel.