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Dark Side of Launceston

By Launceston By Foot
Free cancellation available
Price is S$49 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Step beyond Launceston's beautiful streets and discover the stories many visitors never hear. The Dark Side of Launceston explores the city's true history of crime, punishment, bushrangers and infamous characters through engaging storytelling and the places where these events unfolded.

Led by passionate local guides, this small-group walking tour brings together fascinating historical research, little-known stories and hidden locations to reveal a very different side of Tasmania's oldest city. You'll hear about notorious murders, daring escapes, public executions and the people who left a lasting mark on Launceston's past—all while exploring the streets where history happened.

More than just a history lesson, this is an immersive evening experience that will change the way you see Launceston long after the tour ends.

Activity location

  • Civic Square
    • Civic Square
    • 7250, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Civic Square
    • Civic Square
    • 7250, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

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Dark Side of Launceston

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 17:30
Price details
S$49.33 x 1 AdultS$49.33
Total
Price is S$49.33
Until Mon, 3 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small group experience allowing time for questions and conversation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Storytelling from a local guide who knows the city’s hidden histories
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Exploration of the city’s darker legends, hauntings and mysterious stories
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Historical insights into crime, punishment and colonial life in Tasmania
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A 2-hour guided evening walking tour through central Launceston

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Launceston (Pass by)

Walk through Launceston after dark and experience the city from a different perspective. Hear stories of murder, punishment and public executions from the colonial era. Discover the locations of former gaols, gallows and infamous crimes. Learn about the impact and legacy of the Black War in northern Tasmania. Uncover ghost stories, unexplained happenings and local legends.

Location

Activity location

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    Civic Square
    • Civic Square
    • 7250, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Civic Square
    • Civic Square
    • 7250, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

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