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Launceston is Tasmania's second-largest city and is a beautiful place to base yourself when visiting Tasmania.
There are so many interesting natural and tourist attractions a short drive from Launceston; here are our Top 5 Day Trips from Launceston.
Top 5 Day Trips from Launceston
Cradle Mountain is in the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. To explore this wonderful area, you can take a day trip to Cradle Mountain via Sheffield, the Town of Murals. The distance from Launceston to Sheffield is 87 kilometres.
Sheffield is a charming country town nestled in the foothills of Mount Roland. Known as the town of murals, there are more than 100 beautiful murals around the town. The main street is lined with heritage buildings, cafes, bakeries, art and curio shops to browse in. From Sheffield to the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre is 54 kilometres.
Cradle Mountain is in the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. There are many short and longer walks to enjoy, stunning waterfalls, the iconic Dove Lake, and abundant wildlife. You can also see Tasmania Devils at the Devils at Cradle experience. The drive from Cradle Mountain back to Launceston is 140 kilometres.
The Tamar Valley is Tasmania's oldest wine region. You can visit Bradys Lookout, Beaconsfield Mine, Platypus House, Seahorse World and drive over Batman Bridge. You can also visit the wineries.
From Launceston to Bradys, Lookout is 20 kilometres. When you arrive, you can enjoy spectacular views over the Tamar River, the rolling vineyards and beautiful countryside from Brady’s Lookout. From Brady’s Lookout to Beaconsfield is 22 kilometres.
The Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Visitors can learn about the mine rescue and the area's history. It is 6 kilometres from Beaconsfield to Beauty Point.
At Platypus House, you can see platypus swimming around while learning more about them. Then, you can get up close to the echidnas as they wander around your feet while they are being fed.
Seahorse World is a working seahorse farm with informative tours and the chance to hold a seahorse. Both attractions have small tour groups and are very popular, so it’s best to book in advance. The distance from Beauty Point to Batman Bridge is 18 kilometres.
The Batman Bridge spans 432 metres across the Tamar River, and when it was built in 1968, it was one of the first cable-stayed truss bridges in the world.
This region is also known for its stunning cool-climate wines, particularly Pinot Noir and sparkling, and there are 32 wineries to explore. It is 38 kilometres from Batman Bridge back to Launceston.
Liffey Falls, Deloraine & Mole Creek Caves
Walk to the beautiful Liffey Falls, explore the lovely town of Deloraine and take a tour of the Mole Creek Caves. This is an exciting and fun day trip from Launceston.
The distance from Launceston to the Upper Liffey Falls Carpark is 52 kilometres. From the carpark, it is a 2-kilometre grade 2 walk to the falls, which will take about 45 minutes. Liffey Falls is a lovely waterfall formed where the Liffey River cascades over several rock tiers and down into the waterhole below. From Liffey Falls to Deloraine is 26 kilometres.
Deloraine is a lovely town on the banks of the Meander River in the foothills of the Great Western Tiers mountains. The town has lovely cafes, gardens, heritage buildings, and sculptures. From Deloraine to Mole Creek Caves is 36 kilometres.
Mole Creek Caves are located in the Mole Creek Karst National Park. Tours are available daily; booking the 45-minute tours in advance is best to secure your spot. The journey from the Mole Creek Caves to Launceston is 86 kilometres.
Lilydale Falls, Bridestowe Lavender and Bridport
Wander along to Lilydale Falls, then visit the Bridestowe Lavender Estate before exploring the lovely seaside town of Bridport. Bridport is a popular beachside holiday destination.
It is 30 kilometres from Launceston to Lilydale Falls, located in the Lilydale Reserve. An easy 400-metre walk brings you to two lovely waterfalls created when the Second River cascades over the rocks. From Lilydale Falls to Bridestowe, Lavender Estate is 22 kilometres away.
Bridestowe Lavender Estate is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm and features a cafe, lovely lavender, and other local products. The lavender usually blooms in December through to January, with peak periods from around mid-December to mid-January. From the Lavender Estate to Bridport is 20 kilometres.
Bridport is a popular beachside holiday destination overlooking Andersen Bay. It has cafes, a hotel, shops to browse in, and stunning rock pools and beaches. The journey from Bridport to Launceston is 78 kilometres.
These two lovely historic villages have wonderful Georgian buildings dating back to the early 1820s. There is also a great selection of cafes and antique and craft shops.
From Launceston to Evandale is 18 kilometres. Evandale is a National Trust-listed Georgian village with cafes, Air BnBs, and antique and craft shops. Many of these buildings date back to the early 1820s and were originally built by convicts.
From Evandale to Longford is 15 kilometres. Longford is also a classified historic town, and its streets are lined with charming hotels, Air BnBs, beautiful homes, and impressive colonial buildings.
It is 6 kilometres from Longford to Woolmers Estate. Woolmers Estate was founded in 1817 and is one of Australia's most intact pioneer farm complexes.
It is open daily from 10 am to 3.30 pm, and you can take a self-guided tour of the homestead, workers’ cottages, chapel, blacksmith shop, stables, rose garden, and the oldest intact woolshed in Australia. They also offer guided tours at different times of the day. The journey from Woolmers Estate to Launceston is 32 kilometres.
Organised tours include Cradle Mountain, Tamar Valley, Food & Wine Boutique Tours and more...
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