Dark Side of Launceston
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(11)
Roz took us through on a cool winters night. So factual, so interesting! Launceston has a lot to offer and a dark side I never realised. Please dress warmly - this is Tasmania after all. I needed the hood on my puffer and left it behind. Please wear your comfy shoes. We went everywhere! Your tour guide will have lantern to let you know where you are starting.
Glad you enjoyed it! Great advice, the Tassie weather always keeps us on our toes. Thank you for joining us.
Fun walk, with some really cool stories about Launceston history
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Had such a great time on the Dark Side of Launceston tour! I’ve been around Launceston for ages but had no idea there were so many interesting and slightly creepy stories behind places I walk past all the time. The tour was really relaxed and easy to follow, and the stories made the history so much more interesting. Definitely recommend it if you’re curious about Launceston’s darker side. Such a fun way to spend an evening!
Thank you so much for the kind words! So glad you enjoyed the tour. It's always great to have locals come along to experience Launceston in a new light.
We had such a great time on the Dark Side of Launceston tour with Launceston by Foot! It was a really interesting way to discover a completely different side of Launceston and hear some of the darker stories and history behind places we walk past all the time. Our guides Madi and Roz was very knowledgeable, and made the whole tour really enjoyable. Robin and I joined the tour with a few others and had a fantastic evening. It definitely made me look at Launceston a little differently afterwards! Thanks again for such a fun and fascinating tour!
Thank you for jumping on tour and for the kind words. 💚 Glad you enjoyed the experience!
We had a wonderful tour with Maddi and Roz, such a wonderful way to see and feel Launceston. They are such great story tellers, we learnt alot about the history of the island, unsavoury characters and unlikely heroines. Cannot wait to join Launceston By Foot again for another tour.
Thank you for jumping on tour with us! Glad you enjoyed the stories. 💚
It was great to know about the historical side of the city, it was knowledgeable and guides were amazing :)
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Must see, very engaging and informative. Highly recommend.
Thanks for coming on tour! Glad you enjoyed the experience.
What a great tour. The guides were excellent, the right blend of information and humour which made the whole experience just wonderful. Worth every penny. Thank you so much. 10 out of 10.
Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad we can make some of the dark story's of Launceston a bit of fun still. 😊
A very fun and interesting tour about the darker parts of Launceston's history. The guides were extremely friendly and knowledgable, happily answering any questions I had.
Thank you for coming on tour! Glad you enjoyed the experience.
We had the most beautiful and memorable experience on our evening tour recently. As Launnie locals, we were absolutely blown away by how much history and heart our little town holds! Our guide, Madi, was so knowledgeable, warm and bubbly, and made the whole experience so much fun. We left feeling so grateful to live in Launceston and the tour was a perfect balance of learning, storytelling and laughter! If you’re a local, we can’t recommend a tour with Launceston by Foot enough. It’s such a wonderful way to discover more about our beautiful town and see it through a whole new lens. If you’re visiting Launceston, we’d consider this an absolute must-do!! 😊
Thank you so much for coming on tour! Glad you enjoyed the experience and came away feeling more love for our beautiful city. 💚
