Tours, Experiences, Stays & Places to Eat — Curated by Locals.
From world-class wine tours and fly fishing to boutique stays and hidden dining gems — everything worth doing in Launceston and the Tamar Valley, recommended by people who live here.
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Wine Tour in the Tamar Valley
Tamar Wine runs small-group wine tours through the Tamar Valley with 4 cellar door visits, all tasting fees included, vineyard lunch and door-to-door transport — from $179 per person.
Sparkling Wine Tour
Visiting the very special Pipers Brook wine region visiting 3-4 cellar doors with all tasting fees included, lunch at Nadines at Pipers Brook Vineyard and door-to-door transport — from $269 per person.
Tasmania Fly Fishing
Join Scott for a day of guided fly fishing, with Scott’s local experience this day offers some of the most enjoyable outings for anglers, both new and experienced. Visiting wild trout waters that are as scenic as they are challenging.
Helicopter Tours
Unique Charters offer scenic & charter flights, as well as aerial filming & photography, survey & spotting, slinging and flood support state-wide.
Wallaby Walkabout Tours
Take walk with Geoff and learn about the historic events and characters that have shaped the city and the iconic Cataract Gorge on unique walkabout tours visiting areas that even locals do not know about.
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre
A highly engaging, interactive, and informative experience about Tasmania’s gold mining history and the famous 2006 mine disaster
Glass Manifesto
Artists Peter and Anne welcome you to come and chat and see their contemporary works handmade in glass.
Tasmania Arboretum
A beautiful relaxing 66 hectare botanic garden. Peacful and brimming with native animals and birds. Famous for its lake and platypus sightings.
Penny Royal
At the bottom of Cataract Gorge Penny Royal offers multiple adventures, including zip lines, cliff jump, rock climbing and historic activities for all ages. Food, drinks and a wine bar complete the experience.
Ben Lomond Alpine Resort
An all year round experience. Summer hikes through alpine wildflowers, climb five of Tasmania’s highest peaks and in winter come skiing and tobogganing
Don River Railway
One of Australia’s largest heritage railway collections. Relax with a 30 minute train trip at this historic Don River Railway
Tasmania Zoo
Just 18km from Launceston this not-for-profit haven has Tasmanian Devils, Animal encounters, a dinosaur swamp, wombats and so much more
Cruise the Tamar River
Cruise into the iconic Cataract Gorge, through Launceston’s waterfront and Australia’s longest navigable estuary.
Bridestowe Lavender Estate
Australia’s oldest and largest Lavender Farm. Guests enjoy a peaceful, relaxing visit where the views are as beautiful as the Lavender.
Platypus House
A once in the world opportunity to watch both live Platypus and Echidnas. A fully guided tour of the ponds to watch our unique platypus feeding and playing a walk through the Echidna gardens
This months featured business
Pointe Rapidé Estate
Sip & Stay in the heart of the Tamar valley Wine Route
Uniquely Tasmanian.
Rather special local businesses.
Launceston’s newest mobile charcuterie bar 🌿✨ Bringing Tasmanian elegance to your next gathering. Grazing Daisy & Co. offers curated grazing experiences with the finest local produce. Book now for your next celebration! 🍇🧀
Tamar Fudge is a premium artisan fudge business in the Tamar Valley. Handcrafted in small batches with local butter and distinctive flavours inspired by regional wines, gins, sea salt and seasonal produce.
Selling online and through selected stockists and markets from their vintage Fudge Bug Van, celebrating Tamar creativity.
Based in Northern Tasmania making handcrafted Tasmanian timber boards. Each piece is handmade, unique and built to last.
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Recommended places to stay
Rather special places to stay.
Listed on AirBnB this Federation Farmhouse features two huge rooms each with en-suite and modern heating and cooling. Guest reviws make this a a real standout in the Tamar Valley. best of all its minutes away from local vineyards.
Mt Edgcumbe House on historic Pointe Rapidé Estate, is just 45 minutes from Launceston in the famous Tamar Valley. Overlooking the Tamar River and set amongst botanical gardens and a wrap-around vineyard, it is your home away from home. This Georgian homestead is one of the earliest homesteads in Tasmania (circa 1835). It has been fully refurbished in the finest luxury for you to savour.
Domescapes geodesic domes offer the ultimate in comfort and style for private accommodation in expansive surroundings.
Nestled deep in the heart of the Tamar Valley Wine Route, this immersive accommodation experience is a must for any wine lovers or simply for those looking for a unique Tasmanian escape.
A boutique two-bedroom apartment perfectly located in the heart of Launceston. Situated directly opposite the gates of City Park, the apartment offers leafy views and immediate access to one of the city’s most beloved green spaces
Accommodates up to four guests with a queen bed in the main bedroom and a second bedroom that can be configured as either two singles or one king bed, making it ideal for couples, friends, or small groups.
Recommended places to eat and drink
Local and Lovely
A vibrant, fully-licensed, suburban café serving quality food, great coffee, and a welcome smile.
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