Car Rental and Hire Launceston
Why not let Webbcarr assist you with your car rental needs from Launceston. Nestled between the Cataract Gorge and the Tamar River, Launceston is the 2nd largest city in Tasmania with a population of 68,000. Founded in 1805 the city has retained much of its heritage through the street scapes and architecture to be found throughout the city. Hobart, the capital of Tasmania is a 200km drive south in your rental car.
Launceston has redefined itself as a cultural and historical hub. You can stroll through the open parklands that are century’s old or visit one of the museums that display the history of the area. Make sure to visit one of the following attractions to obtain a greater understanding of the beauty of the city and the surrounding area.
Cataract Gorge – With a rugged cliff face and spots of native flora and fauna, the gorge attracts rock climbers from all over the world. Located in the central city area, you can enjoy panoramic views of the gorge by riding the chairlift.
Tamar Valley Wine Route – You can enjoy a river cruise or just explore the wineries that take advantage of the cooler climate.
Queen Victoria Museum – Administered by the Launceston City Council, the museum offers a combination of national history with a collection of Australian colonial art, contemporary crafts and displays devoted to Tasmanian history.
Ritchies Mill – Enjoy a pot of tea in the historic surroundings of the four storey grain mill that was built in 1845. You can also take the opportunity to browse through local crafts on display in the mill.
National Parks – With so many options to enjoy the natural beauty surrounding Launceston, make sure to visit Narawntapu National Park known for wildlife spotting, or Ben Lomond National Park that is a popular destination for bushwalker, rock climbers and skiers.
Boags Brewery – Take a tour of the brewery that is based in a heritage building and now produces some of the finest beer.
Franklin House – Built by former convict and then successful businessman the house was known for the rich Australian cedar wood. The house was extended to accommodate one of the leading private schools in the area until 1866. In 1960 the house became the birthplace of the Tasmania National Trust.
Seahorse World – Located 50 mins from Launceston is an exhibition of seahorses encouraging conservation and education about the creatures.
Why not enhance your Launceston stay with a rental car through Webbcarr. Launceston offers such a range of attractions and Webbcarr offers a great range of rental cars. Launceston offers accommodation for every taste and budget and Webbcarr offers you the ability to choose the best car hire for your needs. Using our easy step by step car rental process, you will be able to compare the best hire car rates through the trusted names in the car rental industry – Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
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