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Launceston Car Hire

Car Hire in Launceston

Launceston is Tasmania’s second largest city and is decorated by elegant architecture in Edwardian and Victorian styles. Launceston has many things to see and do, and your car hire will give you the choice to explore and discover Launceston and the rest of Tasmania in freedom.

Car Hire Launceston

Drive your car hire from Launceston to the Cataract Gorge, one of the most spectacular natural reserves in world, and only minutes away from the city. There are dozens of walking and hiking trails, the longest single span chairlift in the world, lookouts and abseiling. Tour the unspoilt beauty of the Tamar Valley in your hire car, stopping at Pipers River, Beaconsfield and George Town. Don't miss out on the Ben Lomond National Park which is the great skiing spot of Tasmania, crossing over 165 square kilometres. Ben Lomand National Park is located 50 kilometres from Launceston city and is home to the second highest mountain in Tasmania. This park is a beautiful location decorated with over 200 plant species and curious wildlife, great for hiking trails to explore its delights.

Take a step back in time to the famous Franklin House, just a 10 minute drive in your Launceston Car Hire from Launceston city. This charming Georgian home dates back to 1838 and has a beautiful display of Australian architecture. There are other recommended historic sites including the Macquarie House, Entally House, Clarendon House and the Old Umbrella Shop. Another historic tour with a twist is the Launceston Ghost Tour which takes you through Australia's oldest cities with many stories shared.

Visit the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, two heritage buildings that showcase Tasmanian culture and traditional artifacts like nowhere else. Get close to an extinct Tasmanian Tiger and see all things space related at the Planetarium.

Car Hire Depot information in Launceston

Launceston offers several hire car suppliers such as Europcar, Avis, Thrifty, Hertz and Red Spot. The suppliers are conveniently located at the Launceston Airport terminal. Launceston Airport is located 15 kilometres from the city, approximately 20 minutes drive.