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Dark Side of Launceston
Highlights
- Uncover grim stories of murder and public hangings as you walk the shadowy streets of Launceston.
- Explore the darker chapters of Tasmania’s history, revealing secrets of notorious bushrangers and infamous gaols.
- Delve into the brutal events of the Black War, experiencing the murkier side of colonial life firsthand.
- Join an unforgettable evening tour that brings Launceston’s haunting past to life with spine-chilling tales.
Uncover the hidden tales of convicts, mysterious hauntings, notorious bushrangers, and a city shaped by gritty history!
Step into the darker chapters of Launceston’s past on our Dark Side tour, where shadowy secrets and spine-chilling tales await. Walk the city streets as you uncover grim stories of murder, public hangings, and the infamous gaols that once held Tasmania’s most notorious criminals. This immersive tour brings history to life, delving into the brutal events of the Black War and the murkier side of colonial life. Join us for an unforgettable evening, where the echoes of the past reveal Launceston as you’ve never seen it before.
Tour details
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Available from 3 December 2024 to 31 December 2027
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- Wheelchair accessible transport options available in the general vicinity (provide information on name of the operator, phone and website link to individual providers for private vehicles, community transport train, mini vans, hire cars, buses, taxis, ferry, tram, light rail etc in their access statement).
Operation information
Launceston By Foot
As one of the oldest cities in Australia, Launceston provides some interesting insights into the Australian history and way of life and has infused this into the modern-day city it has become today.
Looking for things to do in Launceston? Come and explore the city through the eyes of a local and discover Launceston’s settlement history, its quirky stories, how you can spend days exploring the area and what makes Launceston, well Launceston.
The walking tour offers the perfect introduction to the city and is a must for your ‘things to-do list while in Launceston.
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