Burnie travel guide
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You're Going to Love Burnie
With a population of 19,972, Burnie is a must-see destination in Tasmania, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Burnie to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Burnie
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Chapel (50 Cattley St) and Bayviews Restaurant & Lounge Bar - Burnie (2 North Terrace) are great picks.
When to visit Burnie
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Burnie in January, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Burnie, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.
How to Get to Burnie
Plane
When flying to Burnie, you’ll arrive at Burnie Wynyard (BWT), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Burnie departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.
Car
Another option to get to Burnie is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 234 km from Burnie. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and YesDrive Car Rental, among others, in Hobart.
Airlines serving Burnie
Where to stay in Burnie
Average rates range from around $160 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $122 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Burnie
Most booked hotels in Burnie
Hiring a car in Burnie
Hiring a car in Burnie costs $80 per day, on average.
Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Burnie (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.00 and $28.00. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Burnie, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.