towns near launceston tasmania

Chasing towns near Launceston? You’re spoiled: close neighbours include Longford, Perth, Evandale, Hadspen and Westbury on the South Esk side of things.

Head up the Tamar for Exeter, Beaconsfield and George Town, swing east for Scottsdale and Bridport, or slide west to Deloraine for a proper country bakery fix.

Most are within about an hour’s drive, making easy day trips for wineries, beaches and walking tracks without burning half a tank.

Pack a jumper—Tassie weather changes its mind faster than you can say “flat white.”