Launceston & Northern Tasmania
Launceston is the city hub of Northern Tasmania, founded in 1806, being the nation’s third-oldest city with a fascinating history traced in its beautiful old buildings and streetscapes; dating from early Colonial and convict times. Businesses have embraced the heritage operating all the main retail, dining and work spaces from within these stunning buildings. Launceston, is 3 hours (200km) north of Hobart and is a good base for visitors wishing to visit the attractions of northern Tasmania. You can enjoy a Tamar River Cruise, or the many activities available at Cataract Gorge. The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery at Inveresk is recommended. Near Launceston you can follow the Tamar Valley Wine Route, or explore one of the many unspoilt historic towns in the area - Evandale, Deloraine, Longford.
Northern Tasmania offers a haven of nourished farmland, which creates fresh, beautiful produce such as well acclaimed truffles, seafood and velvety cool climate wines. Along with farmland Northern Tasmania is a gateway for many adventure activities as it provides vast rugged wilderness.
General Information
| Summer Temperature | 18-24°C |
|---|---|
| Winter Temperature | 5-12°C |
| Population of Launceston | 87,000 |
Highlights
Cataract Gorge Reserve Launceston
Located just 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Launceston, Cataract Gorge Reserve is where pristine wilderness brushes the urban city.
Tamar Valley Wine Discovery Tour
Experience the flavours of the Tamar Valley vineyards with the Launceston wine tour. The Tamar Valley wine route is the oldest wine region in Tasmania and offers around 30 cellar doors.
Beaconsfield Mine Tour
Gold was first discovered in Beaconsfield in 1847, but it wasn’t until 30 years later that the rush truly kicked in.
Locations
Launceston
Launceston is Tasmania's second largest city. Launceston's pretty colourful Victorian and Edwardian homes line the hillsides along the river banks. With a population of 68,000 the city has a strong sense of identity, and has one of the best regional galleries in Australia - the Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk, along with art and craft galleries and quality restaurants.
Tamar Valley
The Tamar is in the Northern part of Tasmania. The 65 km-long Tamar River - runs from Launceston to the Bass Strait - a self drive adventure awaits exploring both the east and west banks of the river venturing off the highway onto the twists and turns of smaller, lightly trafficked roads passing through vineyards, orchards, lavender fields, dairy farms, forests, national parks and quaint townships (to name just a few!).
