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

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maple on Abbott (17-19 Abbott St shop 6) and Maple on Cameron (39 Cameron St) are great picks.

When to visit Launceston

Launceston in August
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in August
Estimated hotel price
$159
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 Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. 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 Bargain Car Rentals and YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL, 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 Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. 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 Bargain Car Rentals and YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

United Airlines
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Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,618 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,336 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,954 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,271 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,958 reviews)
China Southern
Good (158 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,061 reviews)
American Airlines
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Air New Zealand
Excellent (653 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (554 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (464 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (246 reviews)
IndiGo
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Where to stay in Launceston

Average rates range from around $146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $470 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $26 to $1,278 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 21% 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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Country Club Tasmania
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$127+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$110+
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Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$89+
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Commodore Regent
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$101+
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Hiring a car in Launceston

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $81 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.64 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 $19.57 and $26.09. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Launceston costs $81 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Launceston.

Expect to pay $1.64 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 $19.57 and $26.09. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$33/day

Intermediate

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact SUV
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