Doorway To Tamar Valley - Launceston

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Launceston is a picture perfect place to explore nature and enjoy your holidays. The second largest Tasmanian city, Launceston is a doorway to the Tamar Island Wetlands. Located in the north of Tasmania it acts a base to northern Tasmania. The historic George Town is just about an hour drive from Launceston along the beautiful River Tamar.

Launceston Travel Guide

Launceston has a mild and temperate climate divided into four different seasons. Between Octobers to April, this city experiences summers with the day temperatures rising up to 26 degrees. Summers are the best time to enjoy Australia in general and Launceston in particular to soak in the mesmerising experience of the Tamar Valley.

By plane Launceston can be reached in a 50 minutes flight from Melbourne. Direct flights from Melbourne and Sydney operate daily for Launceston. You can also fly in from Brisbane. By road you can reach via Hobart or Devonport taking the Highway No. 1. To get around in Launceston you can use cars, taxi services or Metro bus services.

Accommodation in Launceston

There are countless hotels, bed-and-breakfast ...
... establishments and motels in Launceston offering pleasant and comfortable accommodation. At close proximity to Launceston Tourist Places is The Sebel Launceston Hotel. Then there is The Old Bakery Inn providing clean rooms and parking space. Fish lovers can savour some fish delicacies at the Fish and Chips. Bellini and Northern Club offer a perfect picturesque setting with appetizing cuisine. You can also try eating at La Cantina, Roman Elli’s, Me Wah, Pasta Resistance and the Torros

Launceston Tourist Places

Tamar Wetlands is exceptional wetlands near Launceston. Neighbouring wineries around the Tamar Valley makes it a popular tourist attraction. Wetlands itself are a great place to explore distinctive and diverse bird hides.

You can improve on your fitness by walking on the picturesque walking tracks skirting the Cataract Gorge just a kilometre away from Launceston. You may love to swim in the gorge as well. There are beautiful gardens and playgrounds and a cafe serving coffee, ice-creams and snacks on the sides of the spectacular gorge.
Then there’s the Launceston City Park, Academy Gallery, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, Royal Park, National Motor Museum.

The Macquarie House, Clarendon House and the Franklin House – all hiding inside them historic moments and tales are some more tourist attractions.
Tamar River Cruise is one of the best Things to do in Launceston. Then you can take tours to Boag's brewery and Ghost Tour. You can visit Aurora Stadium, Princess Theatre. Hangout at Irish Murphy’s or shop for Tasmanian woollen stuff.

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