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

Swansea travel guide

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You're Going to Love Swansea

With a population of 859, Swansea 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 Swansea to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Swansea

Swansea in October
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swansea in October
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Swansea in January, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Swansea, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Swansea

Plane

Although Swansea doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hobart (HBA), which is located 91 km from Swansea. Hobart is the most popular, with regular flights from Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Swansea departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Swansea is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 104 km from Swansea. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Hobart.

Plane

Although Swansea doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hobart (HBA), which is located 91 km from Swansea. Hobart is the most popular, with regular flights from Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Swansea departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Swansea is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 104 km from Swansea. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Swansea

HBAHobart
LSTLaunceston

Airlines serving Swansea

Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (439 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
Link Airways
Sharp Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Swansea

Most booked hotels in Swansea

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Piermont Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$412+
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The Waterloo Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Swansea Motor Inn Tasmania
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$119+
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Swansea Backpackers
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$87+
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Hiring a car in Swansea

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Swansea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Swansea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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