Northern Tasmania’s principal city sits where rivers meet at the head of the Tamar Valley. Elegant 19th-century architecture and a strong produce-led food culture give it a relaxed, grown-up character.
Experiencing Launceston
Walk from the city into Cataract Gorge, explore galleries and restaurants, then use Launceston as a base for cool-climate wineries, farms and the wider Tamar Valley.
Planning your stay
The city is a useful gateway to Cradle Mountain and Tasmania’s north-east, but is rewarding enough to justify a couple of nights in its own right.
