Living in Launceston
Launceston has a population of around 100,000, so it is a regional city. I think it’s greatest advantage is that if you want a rural lifestyle you can have it and still be within 15-20 minutes of the city centre if you choose. Of course you can go even further afield if proximity to the city is not as important on a regular basis. Alternatively, a city or suburban lifestyle means you are always close to everything in Launceston as it is pretty compact.
The second biggest city in the state, Launceston, or ‘Lonnie’ as it is known to the locals, has heaps to offer any student. Its food and wine scene rivals that of its southern sister, Hobart, and its arts scene and museums have undergone recent revitalisation program bringing new life to the area.
Bike paths make the city and the surrounding region popular with cyclists and the river and its environs attract rowers, yachties, runners and picnickers.
Cataract Gorge is one of the most popular local attractions, only a short stroll from the city centre it offers visitors bushland, cliffs, an outdoor pool, a river and the world’s longest single span chair lift. And of course peacocks and native wildlife!
WEATHER BY MONTH // WEATHER AVERAGES LAUNCESTON:
Climate
The difference in precipitation between the driest month and the wettest month is 37 mm | 1 inch. The variation in temperatures throughout the year is 10.5 °C | 18.9 °F.
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87.52 %). The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63.21 %).
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.57 days). The month with the lowest number of rainy days is January (6.90 days).
Launceston are in the southern hemisphere.
Summer starts here at the end of January and ends in December. There are the months of summer: December, January, February, March.
Events and Entertainment
Most recommended things to do in Launceston
Taste around 25 wines at four wine cellars and enjoy a tasty lunch on a winery tour of the Tamar Valley in Tasmania. Meet your guide at your hotel and climb aboard the air-conditioned vehicle to head straight to your first vineyard in the Tamar Valley. Learn about the world-class cool-climate wines produced in the region. Discover the history of the wines of Tasmania and the grape varieties nurtured in the vineyards. Enjoy a generous lunch with a glass of wine at one of the stops. As you visit the four wineries, hear stories from your experienced wine tour guide and passionate cellar door staff, some of whom are winemakers. Get some wine tasting tips and receive wine recommendations. Judge the wines you taste. Enjoy opportunities to purchase wines and ship them home or join wine clubs. After the tour ends, you will be safely transported back to your accommodation in Launceston.
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston’s riverfront precinct, heading north past Tamar Island, historical buildings, churches, pubs, and significant homesteads. You can sample the rich diversity of life as you cruise past quaint riverfront communities, vineyards and farms, to the notable Batman Bridge. Tamer Valley is steeped with romance and studded with tales of bushrangers, explorers, and gold diggers. Australia’s longest navigable estuarine river, it has many natural coves and protected inlets that provide a sanctuary for thousands of native water birds that can only be seen on the river. All cruises depart from and return to Home Point Cruise Terminal, which is a taxi ride only 5 minutes from most CBD accommodations. Home Point is a pleasant 15 minute walk from the city center, and guests are kindly asked to be at the cruise terminal 30 minutes prior to depa…
It was very scenic. The Captain was knowledgeable and fun. Food, cheese and wine delicious. Hostess friendly and effeccient
Reviewed by jenny, 5/4/2021
After departing from the terminal, you will cruise past the historical Kings Wharf, Seaport, and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as you engage the Lady Launceton’s unique silent electric drive function. You can view the sheer cliffs from your comfortable seating, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi-award winning 1890’s style vessel. Whilst aboard the Lady Launceston, you can also enjoy the skipper’s captivating commentary which surrounds the history and folklore of this fascinating area.
Alistair was incredibly engaging, knowledgeable about all our locations and provided some interesting insights into the history of Launceston, it’s rivers and surrounding areas. My only complaint was that we couldn’t spend more time with him. Thank you for a fantastic day!
Benefit from pickup at your hotel in Launceston, and travel in comfort to Cradle Mountain National Park. Take a 15-minute scenic tour through Sheffield to see some of the highlights of the Town of Murals along the way. Journey along the Great Western Tiers of the Central Highlands to arrive at Cradle Mountain Visitor Center. Get a short break before entering the national park to drive to Dove Lake. Embark on a guided nature walk through the rainforest and pass quartzite beaches. Discover the remnants of the last Ice Age at Glacier Rock. Then depart for Waldheim Chalet to enjoy a delicious lunch of fresh rolls, wraps, salad fillings, cheeses, and local meats. Get shown around the first accommodation to open in the national park before a short forest walk, time permitting. Make your way back to Launceston, stopping at the Ashgrove Cheese Farm to taste an amazing array of cheeses and othe…
They didn’t cancel the trip even though I was the only one in it. So I get to have the entire bus for myself and no delays. And got to do side trips that made it more special
See the highlights of Tasmania in just 3 days at some of the island’s most scenic locations. Learn the history of Port Arthur, feed Tasmanian Devils, and get panoramic views from Wineglass Bay Lookout. Go for nature walks in the ancient forests of Cradle Mountain National Park, and more. Day 1: Hobart – Port Arthur – Tasmanian Devils Conservation Park – Hobart Travel to Waterfall Bay to take a stunning cliff walk in Tasman National Park. Visit the Pirate’s Bay Lookout to see the stunning rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. Visit the Tasmanian Devils Conservation Park to walk with the wallabies and feed Tasmania’s most famous creature. Take a tour of the Port Arthur penal colony and learn the story of transportation to Australia. Visit the historic village of Richmond before spending the night in Hobart. Day 2: Hobart – Wineglass Bay – Freycinet …
Guides were friendly and very knowledgeable. They made our journey a lot of fun and a very interesting and beautiful experience. High recommend to anyone wishing to see Tasmania with a guide.
See the highlights of Tasmania in just 3 days at some of the island’s most scenic locations. Learn the history of Port Arthur, feed Tasmanian Devils, and get panoramic views from Wineglass Bay Lookout. Go for nature walks in the ancient forests of Cradle Mountain National Park, and more. Day 1: Hobart – Port Arthur – Tasmanian Devils Conservation Park – Hobart Travel to Waterfall Bay to take a stunning cliff walk in Tasman National Park. Visit the Pirate’s Bay Lookout to see the stunning rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. Visit the Tasmanian Devils Conservation Park to walk with the wallabies and feed Tasmania’s most famous creature. Take a tour of the Port Arthur penal colony and learn the story of transportation to Australia. Visit the historic village of Richmond before spending the night in Hobart. Day 2: Hobart – Wineglass Bay – Freycinet …
Guides were friendly and very knowledgeable. They made our journey a lot of fun and a very interesting and beautiful experience. High recommend to anyone wishing to see Tasmania with a guide.