With its convict history, Port Arthur, just one-and-a-half hour drive away from Hobart, has long been the stuff of epic stories, drama, and poetry. Today it is serenely lovely, while being a poignant reminder of conflicted times. The story of Port Arthur is told in a variety of ways. Walks through the historical buildings, extensive ruins, and grounds where archaeology is still in action are constant features. Ferry rides to the Isle of the Dead Cemetery or to the Point Puer Boys’ Prison also tug you successfully through times past. Ghost tours at dusk open up deeper insights into the life of the convicts, and the worlds they inhabited.