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Willow Court Asylum History Tour
Highlights
- Join knowledgeable guides to uncover over 190 years of history at Australia's oldest mental institution.
- Explore atmospheric landmarks in the picturesque Derwent Valley, just 35 minutes from Hobart.
- Wander through intriguing buildings, experiencing the unique architecture of Willow Court.
- Dress warmly and wear flat shoes for a comfortable walking tour in varied weather conditions.
Join us on our all-ages history tour of Australia’s oldest continually run mental institution, still on its original site in the picturesque Derwent Valley, just a short 35minute drive from Hobart.
We explore the atmospheric landmarks of the Willow Court precinct, including entry to some of the sites intriguing buildings which still remain today.
The tour involves walking and operates in most weather conditions. Some accessibility restrictions may apply due to stairs and uneven surfaces. Dress warmly and wear flat, enclosed shoes.
Our guides will share over 190 years of combined history as we explore this fascinating Tasmanian site.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Operation information
Tasmania's Most Haunted
Tasmania’s Most Haunted hosts Ghost and Paranormal Tours in some of Tasmania’s most iconic sites – including the Willow Court Asylum, Military Gaol in Hobart’s Anglesea Barracks and the majestic Gaiety Theatre in Zeehan.
Specialising in providing experiences of the darker kind and therefore we focus on generating interest in our culture and heritage in Tasmania through non-traditional methods.
Our tours and investigations are different from what most people expect because we do not offer gimmicky, tasteless and historically unsound tour content – that is the antithesis of Tasmania’s Most Haunted.
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, above all, our tours will keep you intrigued as you learn of chilling experiences from past guests and you will certainly discover some of the secrets these sites has to tell.
Each and every tour is conducted with the care and sensitivity, therefore this has resulted in Tasmania’s Most Haunted being one of the leading operators in the state with a team of highly experienced guides who have the upmost respect for our sites.
Our tours and events will finally immerse you into the unknown with a spine-tingling experience you will never forget.
Above all, our guests often say “We are one of the SPOOKIEST Ghost Tours” in Tasmania.
Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
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