8 days in Launceston Itinerary

Lying in the Tamar Valley and surrounded by forested hills, the grid-patterned city of Launceston boasts shaded avenues, vibrant street life, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Take a break from the city and head to Cataract Gorge Reserve and The Tamar Valley. Popular historic sites such as Woolmers Estate and The Low Head Lighthouse are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Mole Creek (Mole Creek Caves & Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary), St Columba Waterfall (in Pyengana) and Brickendon Colonial Farm Village (in Longford). There's much more to do: stroll through Bay of Fires Conservation Area, examine the collection at National Automobile Museum of Tasmania, admire the masterpieces at Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, and sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting.

To find more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Launceston trip planning website.

February in Launceston sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C at night.