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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Launceston has to offer.
Where to Eat in Launceston
Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Launceston. These include popular favourites such as Havilah (178 Charles St), Maple on Cameron (39 Cameron St) and Geronimo Aperitivo Bar and Restaurant (186 Charles Street). If you’re looking for affordable options, Grain of the Silos (89-91 Lindsay St Invermay) and SAINT JOHN CRAFT BEER (133 St John St) are great picks.
When to visit Launceston
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.
How to Get to Launceston
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 the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 38h 50m.
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.
Airlines serving Launceston
Where to stay in Launceston
Average rates range from around £81 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £138 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Launceston, with prices from £14 to £698 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.
Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston
Most booked hotels in Launceston
Hiring a car in Launceston
Hiring a car in Launceston costs £30 per day, on average, or £90 if you want to hire it for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Launceston.
Expect to pay £0.90 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 £10.79 and £14.38. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Launceston, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.
Best car hire deals in Launceston
Intermediate
5 adults, 3 Bags
£14/day
Standard SUV
5 adults, 3 Bags
£24/day