The Atlas Obscura Guide To Launceston

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Launceston, Australia

Updated August 10, 2021

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Unusual Attractions in Launceston

The monkey enclosure

Launceston, Australia

City Park Macaques

A small troop of Japanese macaques live peacefully in the heart of this Tasmanian city.

The Old Umbrella Shop

Launceston, Australia

The Old Umbrella Shop

A historical umbrella shop, whose owner started a craze for locally-made souvenirs.

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