Launceston Travel Guide

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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. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Launceston has to offer.

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.

Launceston in August

Estimated hotel price

$174

1 night at 3-star hotel

$174

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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Plane

When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Launceston from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 11h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 100 miles from Launceston. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and YesDrive Car Rental, among others, in Hobart.

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Airports near Launceston

DPODevonport

HBAHobart

LSTLaunceston

Airlines serving Launceston

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Excellent (3,501 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (10,687 reviews)

Cathay Pacific

Good (1,159 reviews)

Singapore Airlines

Excellent (1,443 reviews)

China Eastern

Good (192 reviews)

Malaysia Airlines

Good (291 reviews)

ANA

Excellent (1,084 reviews)

Good (1,918 reviews)

Okay (2,972 reviews)

Good (137 reviews)

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Good (11,218 reviews)

Air New Zealand

Excellent (580 reviews)

Hawaiian Airlines

Good (2,831 reviews)

Jetstar

Good (514 reviews)

Fiji Airways

Excellent (223 reviews)

Virgin Australia

Good (434 reviews)

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Where to stay in Launceston

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from $30 to $1,467 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Launceston are about 29% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston

Most booked hotels in Launceston

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Leisure Inn Penny Royal

3 stars

Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)

$167+

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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

$161+

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Mercure Launceston

4 stars

Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)

$185+

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Village Family Motor Inn

0 stars

Okay (5.4, Okay reviews)

$123+

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Expect to pay $1.89 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 $22.66 and $30.21.

Best car hire deals in Launceston

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$125/day

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$125/day

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