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Model Prison, Tasmania

4.1
#46 of 68 in Historic Sites in Tasmania
Historic Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
Model Prison is located in Tasmania. Plan your visit to Model Prison and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Port Arthur travel itinerary planner.
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  • By robert c
    I was on a cruise ship and anchored in the bay I booked a guided tour from the ship and got the tender to the dock. My first impression was Wow what a wonderful location, it was just beautiful. I had....  more »
  • By cascboss
    Really well preserved and presented, guides full of stories about the life of the unfortuanate inmates. Would be a lovely area to live now. Boat trip around the harbour was particularly good, the...  more »
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