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.
Where to Eat in Launceston
If you’re looking for affordable options, SAINT JOHN CRAFT BEER (133 St John St) and Maple on Cameron (39 Cameron St) are great picks.
When to visit Launceston
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Launceston in January, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Launceston, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Launceston
Plane
When flying to Launceston, you’ll arrive at Launceston (LST), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Launceston from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 19h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car rental from Hobart, which is about 100 miles from Launceston. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Hobart.
Airlines serving Launceston
Where to stay in Launceston
Average rates range from around $155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $200 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Launceston, with prices from $18 to $886 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Launceston are about 18% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Launceston
Most booked hotels in Launceston
Renting a car in Launceston
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Launceston.
Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Holden Cruze or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Launceston
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$55/day
Full-size SUV
5 Adults, 2 Bags
$62/day