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Launceston Historic Walks

at 1842 Gallery, St John and Cimitiere Streets, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
(03) 6331 2213
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Ranked #7 of 10 tours in Launceston
5.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Traveller Description: Take a leisurely hour-long walk through Launceston's streets and hear about the city's history, its architecture, and the good folk, rogues and... more »
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Melbourne, Australia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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“Robyn was excellent”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

For a couple on our first trip to Launceston this walking tour was an excellent way to get a feel for a city with so much history, especially with someone who is so knowledgeable as Robyn. A definite must do in Launceston. We booked from the Tourist Information Centre however the tour can be booked direct at the 1842 building... More

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“Fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011

Pros:Robyn is a very knowlegeable and really pleasant guide on this easy walking tour. One of the highlights of our trip to Tasmania and highly recommend it Cons: None Costs: $15 per person for the 90 min tour Contact: '1842' 121 Cimitiere Street Launceston Tasmania 7250 Ph: (03) 6331 2213 Mobile: 0400 312 211 More

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Enterprise
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A Truly great guided tour”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2010
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Wow! What enthusiasm from a tour guide! This is the way to find out about Launceston's architecture, history and people on a 1.5 hour guided walk through the historic city. This is easily the best tour we've been on in Australia - just like a super European tour guide. More

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Tasmania
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Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
“The perfect introduction to Launceston”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2009
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I stumbled upon Robyn's guided walking tour the first time I was in Launceston. It's fantastic! It gives a real insight into the history and architecture of this beautiful old city. Bookings at the Tourist Info Centre, but you can also book where the tour starts across the road at a gallery called "1842". Runs just about every day. Well... More

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