Launceston Tasmania
Travel guide for Launceston including the Cataract Gorge and Tamar Valley
The city of Launceston Tasmania is located at the top of the picturesque Tamar Valley. It is Tasmania's second largest city and one of Australia's oldest colonial settlements.
Launceston has plenty of reasons to visit including the beautiful Cataract Gorge which can be appreciated on the chairlift or a stroll along the Zig-Zag Track. The city is also very close to the scenic Tamar Valley which is famous for a number of world-reknowned wineries... perfect for an afternoon wine tour.
There are lots of other reasons to visit this charming Tasmanian city as well including gourmet restaurants, attractive parks and comfortable accommodation and hotels. Launceston is one of the highlights of a trip to Tasmania, so be sure not to miss it!
Launceston has a range of accommodation in and around the city to suit any budget. Stay at the Peppers Seaport Hotel Launceston on the recently developed dockside complex on the Tamar River. The Sebel Hotel Launceston Tasmania is located more centrally in the heart of Launceston and is another good option for accommodation in Launceston. If you'd like to find a good-quality budget hotel in Launceston the Quality Hotel Colonial is also located centrally. Please click here for more accommodation in Launceston.
Launceston Tours
There are a multitude of things to see and do in Launceston. You take a ride on the longest single-span chairlift in the world over the Cataract Gorge, visit a winery or two in the beautiful Tamar Valley or simply take a stroll through this charming historic city. There are also a number of good gourmet restaurants to eat in Launceston Tasmania including Fee and Me, Stillwater, Pierre's and many more. Look below to find some tours in Launceston.
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