Launceston
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Low vacancy rates and rising costs continue to put pressure on residents as the city seeks a balance between growth and affordability.
Top things to do in Launceston
Evergreen picks — free items are flagged.
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Just minutes from the city center, this river gorge features walking trails, a Victorian-era garden, and the world's longest single-span chairlift. Visitors can swim in the basin, spot resident peacocks, or take a scenic cruise through the towering cliffs.
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Australia’s largest regional museum is split across two sites: the Art Gallery at Royal Park and the Museum at Inveresk. It houses significant collections of Tasmanian history, natural science, and fine art, including a dedicated planetarium and a Chinese temple.
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A centerpiece of Launceston since the 1820s, this park is famous for its Japanese Macaque monkey enclosure. It also features a conservatory, a giant chess set, lush botanical displays, and a miniature train for children.
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Established in the 1820s, this historic park is famous for its Japanese macaque monkey enclosure and beautiful conservatory. The grounds also feature a duck pond, a Victorian fountain, and a large playground, making it a favorite for families.
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Spread across two sites, this is Australia's largest regional museum. It houses an eclectic collection ranging from colonial art and Tasmanian history to dinosaur fossils, a planetarium, and a dedicated science center for children.
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The region surrounding Launceston is world-renowned for cool-climate wines, particularly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Popular cellar doors like Josef Chromy and Goaty Hill offer tastings and gourmet dining overlooking the river.
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An award-winning weekly farmers' market held every Saturday morning. It showcases the best seasonal produce from Northern Tasmania, including artisanal cheeses, sourdough, and fresh seafood.
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Held every Saturday morning in the Cimitiere Street car park, this award-winning market showcases the best of Tasmania's seasonal produce. It is the perfect place to sample local cheeses, honey, sourdough, and coffee.
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Follow one of the world's premium cool-climate wine routes along the banks of the Tamar River. The region is home to over 30 vineyards, including renowned estates like Josef Chromy, specializing in exceptional Pinot Noir and sparkling wines.
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Explore one of Australia's oldest wine regions, located just north of the city. Famous for its cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the route includes acclaimed cellar doors like Josef Chromy and Goaty Hill, many offering stunning river views.