Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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. Launceston deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Launceston

Launceston CBD is the neighborhood with the most restaurants in Launceston. These include popular favorites such as Havilah (178 Charles St), Felix Espresso & Wine (112 Cimitiere 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 Maple on Abbott (17-19 Abbott St shop 6) are great picks.

When to visit Launceston

Launceston in June
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Launceston in June
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 27h 10m.

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 YesDrive Car Rental, among others, in Hobart.

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 27h 10m.

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 YesDrive Car Rental, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Launceston

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Airlines serving Launceston

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Good (8,696 reviews)
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Excellent (3,215 reviews)
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Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
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Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (439 reviews)
Virgin Australia
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Where to stay in Launceston

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 19% 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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Peppers Silo Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1696 reviews)
$145+
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Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2712 reviews)
$81+
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2608 reviews)
$83+
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Best Western Plus Launceston
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2429 reviews)
$90+
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Village Family Motor Inn
0 stars
Okay (5.5, 1922 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Launceston

Renting a car in Launceston costs $65 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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 $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Launceston, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Launceston costs $65 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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 $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Launceston, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Launceston

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

Intermediate

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$33/day

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