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 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 13 km from the city centre
Car
Another option to get to Launceston is to pick up a car rental from Hobart, which is about 161 km from Launceston. You’ll find branches of East Coast Car Rentals and Apex, among others, in Hobart.
Airlines serving Launceston
Where to stay in Launceston
Average rates range from around C$ 211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 264 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Launceston, with prices from C$ 24 to C$ 1,204 per night. Launceston CBD is the neighbourhood 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
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, 1% more expensive than at Launceston.
Expect to pay C$ 1.51 per litre in Launceston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.10 and C$ 24.13. The most frequently booked car type in Launceston is Supplier choice (Class Special Pickup Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.