Launceston

Launceston is the second-largest city in Tasmania. The city was first settled in 1805 and currently has a population of around 70,000.


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Get in


By plane

Launceston airport is a 30 minute drive from the city, and you can visit the historic town of Evandale on the way. Once you are in the air, it is approximately 45 minutes to Melbourne on the mainland.

By car

The Midlands Highway provides a fast and smooth trip (approximately 2 hours) down the center of the state to Hobart, the state capital.

Get around

See

  • Cataract Gorge
  • Penny Royal World
  • Launceston City Park
  • historic houses and buildings including Macquarie House, Franklin House and the 'Old Umbrella Shop'.
  • Tamar Valley


Do

Buy

Eat

Drink

Sleep

There are many motels, hotels and bed-and-breakfast establishments offering accommodation in the area.

Get out

Launceston provides a base to explore the northern part of Tasmania.

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