Top Tourist Places To Visit in Launceston

Top Tourist Places To Visit in Launceston

  • Launceston
  • Australia
  • Country
    Australia.
  • Population
    103,325.
  • Currency
    Dollars
  • Geographic Coordination
    41°26'31"S 147°8'42"E.

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Launceston Overview

Launceston is a city in the north of the state of Tasmania, Australia, with a population of 103,325 located at the juncture of the North Esk, South Esk, and Tamar rivers. It is the second largest city in Tasmania after the state capital Hobart. Settled by Europeans in March 1806, Launceston is one of Australia's oldest cities and is home to a large selection of nineteenth century buildings. Like many Australian places, it was named after a town in the United Kingdom in this case, Launceston, Cornwall. Launceston has also been home to several firsts such as the first use of anesthetic in the Southern Hemisphere, the first Australian city to have underground sewers and the first Australian city to be lit by hydroelectricity. The city has a cool temperature climate with four distinct seasons and is a very popular tourist destination.


Climate and Geography

Launceston has a cool, temperate climate, with four distinct seasons.

Suitable Visiting Seasons ( months) : Summer is the most popular tourist season.

Transportation

Transportation facility at Launceston is very comfortable and safe. There are frequent bus, coach and train and other local transport services that run within and outside the city. There are a large number of buses that move between all possible destinations. Many local transport operators offer bus and coach bookings both online and direct. The train service at Launceston is also a quick and cheap means of transportation. One can also book and hire taxis to reach various destinations comfortably. Most of the travel agencies offer booking for taxis and comfortable cars. These cars take you to your destination very quickly and safely. Places like Altarnun, Kelly, Portgate, Barnstaple, Pyworthy and many more can be reached easily in these coaches and cars.

Getting Around : Launceston is about a 45-minute flight from Melbourne and 95 minutes from Sydney. There are about 4 direct flights on weekdays and 2 flights on weekends that ply between these two destinations. These flights connect Launceston with other important cities. In case you choose to sail across to Launceston, it would take you an overnight cruise to reach your destination. The cruise takes you through the Bass Strait sea road to Tasmania in the Spirit of Tasmania I and II cruises. The regular cruise starts from Port Melbourne (Victoria) to Devanport (Tasmania) all year round. Each night a cruise starts from both these directions and in the peak season when there is high demand, daytime sailings also take place. The ships that sails are vehicular ferries which makes it possible for people to bring along their cars, vans, or motorbikes. Devonport in Tasmania is just 95 km away from Launceston and is easily reachable in about an hour's time. The cruise covers beautiful locales and some splendid sights and scenes, thereby making it your dream cruise of a lifetime.

Shopping and Entertainment

SHOPPING

There are two shopping malls in Launceston, Brisbane Street Mall and the Quadrant Mall. Brisbane Street Mall is great for the larger department stores and mainstream shops, however if you are looking for something more unique, then the Quadrant Mall is home to some fine independent boutiques. For fabulous homewares and Australian designer labels, Homebody in Charles Street is perfect. North West of Launceston is Devonport. Steele Street in Devonport is all about interiors and fine coffee and its all under one roof at Mason & Mason. This is worth making a special trip for. While you're there don't forget to visit the Devonport Regional Art Gallery in Stewart Street displaying a diverse collection of contemporary paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics and sculpture.

ENTERTAINMENT

    → Art Galleries

See the world from a different perspective by heading along to one of the top-notch art galleries in Launceston. Whether you want to view old masters or modern masterpieces, or even purchase a beautiful painting or sculpture yourself you'll find masses here to tempt you. Some of the fascinating art galleries in Launceston are Lakeside Gallery, Treeform, Such Is Life Gallery, The Thistle Gallery, Unique Bieniek Fine Arts and Gallery and so on.

    → Museums

Whether you're a tourist visiting Launceston or a local history buff who wants to learn more about Launceston or are simply looking for somewhere to spend a fun day out, the museums of Launceston are the best way for it. Museums are no longer the stuffy places they once were and are now packed with hands on experiences to keep every member of your family entertained, even the very young.

    → Nightclubs

Escape from the hassles of your everyday routine and head for the bright lights of the nightclubs in Launceston. Whatever your club scene or musical tastes you'll find lots in Launceston to help you get the party started and transport you to another world.

    → Bowling

There's nothing quite like the sound of the bowling ball knocking over all 10 pins and if you've not been bowling for a while, now's the time to take part in a fun family activity in Launceston. Launceston hosts a number of bowling alleys where you can go and have fun.

    → Theatre

There's nothing like the roar of the crowd and the smell of the greasepaint to carry you to another world and if you're eager to see theatre in Launceston you won't be disappointed with the range of drama, musicals, and dance on offer in Launceston.


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