Shopping in Launceston

Explore the city of Launceston and discover a variety of specialty shops, interesting quirky little stores filled with interesting finds as well as fashion outlets. The Brisbane Street mall is the oldest mall in Launceston and also one of the best, containing a variety of fashion outlets, specialty stores and much more. Launceston also has a variety if festivals and markets, most of which are held during summer and autumn.

Shopping, Festivals and Markets

While Launceston is home to shopping centres, some of the most interesting and most affordable shopping is done in the area's festivals and markets. Browse through the following list to find a unique place to shop in Launceston:

The Brisbane Street Mall
On the streets near the intersection of Brisbane Street and George Street, there is a high concentration of small specialty shops that Launceston considers to be its “city treasures.” Find a variety of stores from a modest book shop to a chocolate café to a luxury home wares store, Champagne Lifestyle. Browse these streets and have a diverse shopping experience!

Launceston Esk Market
This is a great opportunity to find a variety of items at a discounted rate. Browse through over 150 stalls and enjoy the refreshments and local delicacies, antiques, collectable items, souvenirs, toys, clothes, art and much more.

The Agfest
True to its name, this agriculture festival has some of the freshest produce in Tasmania. Held in Carrick, you can look forward to a thriving, exciting festival filled with a variety of stalls to interest you.

The Festival Of Kites
This festival continues to gain popularity and attracts talent from around the world to participate in events such as the fighter kite competition.

Festivale
This annual festival celebrates food, wine and entertainment. Stroll through the variety of stalls with tantalizing displays of local delicacies and enjoy the entertainment on offer.

Civic Homespun Market
Held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month, you will come across a variety of homemade and handmade items such as jams, preserves, art, clothing, cards, bags, home ware and many more interesting finds.