LAUNCESTON CITY
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THE AREA
The charming riverside city of Launceston is known for its laid-back lifestyle, panoramic views, historic inner-city buildings and glorious homesteads. This breathtaking city boasts everything you need for a fun day out, from walking and hiking trails, stunning manicured parks and gardens and a range of sublime eateries.
Established in the very early 1800s, Launceston still bears signs of its European heritage, boasting some of the oldest architecture in Australia. Here, upmarket retailers have taken up residence in some of the lovingly restored colonial buildings in the heart of the city. Mixing country charms with upmarket experiences, Launceston promises a gourmet food experience at every turn.
Lifestyle
You can have your cake and it too in Launceston. Hipster bars, cool cafes and waterside restaurants are commonplace in this laid-back city, where affordable homes with plenty of space and incredible views provide locals with a laid-back lifestyle.
The laid-back city is home to a range of upmarket private schools and leading state schools rated among the best in the state. Launceston is home to newly developed university facilities, while students from around the world reside here to access the famed Maritime College.
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You can have your cake and it too in Launceston. Hipster bars, cool cafes and waterside restaurants are commonplace in this laid-back city, where affordable homes with plenty of space and incredible views provide locals with a laid-back lifestyle.
The laid-back city is home to a range of upmarket private schools and leading state schools rated among the best in the state. Launceston is home to newly developed university facilities, while students from around the world reside here to access the famed Maritime College.
Public buses make the commute between the hilly residential suburbs into the city a breeze, allowing locals to enjoy a slower start to the day before heading to work or school. By all accounts, Launceston boasts a vibrant food scene and fuss-free lifestyle you can afford.
Among the many stunning sculpted gardens around Launceston is the famed City Park, home to the famous Japanese monkey colony gifted to the city back in the 1980s.
Launceston offers an abundance of farm-fresh produce, vineyards, distilleries, a brewery, cooking schools and irresistible dining experiences. Or pop into Harvest Markets with the locals and pick up a freshly picked punnet of raspberries, local oysters or organic milk or cheese direct from a certified organic farm. Keep an eye out in the upmarket grocers that stock locally grown truffles in the cooler months.
Launceston is a place to slow down, slip into a sauna and then plunge into the cool waters of the Tamar River with the local daily bather-clad chilly dippers. Or consider a luncheon cruise, hot air balloon ride or even give fishing a go.
Neighbours
Stunning historic homes with period features line the hilly suburbs surrounding the city, which can be bought for a fraction of the price of similar cities on the mainland. Renters can find a bolthole within walking distance of the city and still afford to head to the coast for a surf at the weekend.
Ample green spaces in every neighbourhood lure residents out for afternoon picnics, while walking home after a cleansing ale after work is considered the norm here. It’s a lifestyle that many crave.
Neighbours
Stunning historic homes with period features line the hilly suburbs surrounding the city, which can be bought for a fraction of the price of similar cities on the mainland. Renters can find a bolthole within walking distance of the city and still afford to head to the coast for a surf at the weekend.
Ample green spaces in every neighbourhood lure residents out for afternoon picnics, while walking home after a cleansing ale after work is considered the norm here. It’s a lifestyle that many crave.
Area features
BOUTIQUE SHOPPING
Meander the streets of Launceston and discover a collection of quaint and unique boutiques, each with its own character. Uncover treasures hidden in antique stores and pick up everything from local preserves to handmade chocolates.
LUNCHES IN THE VINES
The vineyards along the Tamar River are among some of the most picturesque long lunch options on offer. From Josef Chromy to Tamar Ridge Wines, Velo Wines, Moores Hill Estate and Pipers Brook Vineyard and plenty more, wines are paired with your meal or grab a hamper to take out into the sprawling lawns.
OUTDOOR EXERCISE
From ziplining, ropes courses through the treetops or an afternoon in nature shredding one of the mountain bike trails around the city, getting your daily steps in is all part of daily life here. Launceston is also a very walkable city, incorporating bike paths, walking tracks and wide footpaths.
