Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Launceston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Launceston

With a population of 106 153, Launceston is a must-see destination in Tasmania, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Launceston deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Launceston

Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Launceston. These include popular favourites such as Havilah (178 Charles St), Felix Espresso & Wine (112 Cimitiere St) and Geronimo Aperitivo Bar and Restaurant (186 Charles Street). If you’re looking for affordable options, Grain of the Silos (89-91 Lindsay St Invermay) and Maple on Abbott (17-19 Abbott St shop 6) are great picks.

When to visit Launceston

Launceston in July
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in July
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Launceston in January, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Launceston, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Launceston

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Air India, Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 161 km from Launceston. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Hobart.

Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 13 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Launceston include Air India, Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Launceston departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 161 km from Launceston. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and SafeDrive Car Rentals, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

United Airlines
Good (8,975 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,649 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,023 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,379 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (168 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (984 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,865 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,936 reviews)
China Southern
Good (116 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (920 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,779 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (513 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,040 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (475 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (420 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (487 reviews)
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Where to stay in Launceston

Average rates range from around $143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $125 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $28 to $1,367 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 19% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Launceston by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston

Most booked hotels in Launceston

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Peppers Silo Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$247+
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Country Club Tasmania
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Leisure Inn Penny Royal
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$137+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Country Club Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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Mercure Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$148+
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Hiring a car in Launceston

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $84 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.63 per litre in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.45 and $25.93. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $84 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.63 per litre in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.45 and $25.93. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$56/day

Intermediate
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