Launceston

Launceston and its river valley blend history, scenery, creativity, adventure, entertainment and the superb flavours of fine food and wine.

It is a city of contrast, a short walk from the graceful Victorian and Edwardian era facades is the rugged beauty of Cataract Gorge Reserve with its steep rock face, manicured lawns, tree rhododendrons and peacocks.

To the north, the Tamar Valley opens out as it reaches Bass Strait. Here you will find Tasmania's most productive wine region that extends from Rosevears to Pipers River.

The city's rich wheat and wool merchants once built their mansions and villas where you can now enjoy bed and breakfast. It is a city proud of its free settler beginnings, its skilled craft workers and big vision.

Nearby historic towns such as Evandale and Longford preserve the architecture and community spirit of a 19th century village but are also very much of today.

The Tamar Valley has boutique cool climate wineries, and elegant vineyard restaurants where you can meet with the growers and the makers.