Bridestowe Lavender Farm

Bridestowe Estate, 296 Gillespies Road, Nabowla, Tasmania

Open 10am - 4pm Mon - Fri only (during COVID19)

1 - 3 hours

Approx. cost of $10 per adult

Family friendly

Bridestowe Lavender Farm Tasmania: Explore the Most Famous Lavender Fields in Australia

No visit to Tasmania is complete without a stop at Bridestowe Lavender Estate, the most famous lavender farm in Australia. Located just outside Launceston, this breathtaking farm is home to iconic curved rows of vibrant purple lavender that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Stroll Through Tasmania’s Best Lavender Fields

Enjoy a peaceful walk through the manicured Australian lavender fields, where the curved planting design isn’t just beautiful—it’s functional too, helping manage rainfall and soil erosion. The sweeping rows of purple flowers are a photographer’s dream, especially during Tasmania’s lavender bloom season, which typically peaks in December and January.

Take a Bridestowe Lavender Farm Tour

Join a Bridestowe Lavender Estate tour to learn all about the journey from flower to essential oil. From harvesting to distilling, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how this fragrant crop is transformed into premium Bridestowe lavender oil, used in gourmet, cosmetic, and wellness products across the globe.

Taste the Flavours of Lavender

After your tour, head to the onsite café for a relaxing meal made from locally sourced produce. Indulge in unique lavender-infused treats such as:

  • Lavender ice cream

  • Lavender hot chocolate

  • Lavender tea

  • Lavender honey – one of the world’s only single-flower honeys

Shop Lavender Gifts and Meet Bobbie the Bear

Before you leave, browse the expansive Bridestowe gift shop where you’ll find a wide range of high-quality lavender products, including:

  • Lavender beauty products

  • Dried lavender

  • Gourmet lavender foods

  • Pure Bridestowe lavender oil

And of course, don’t forget to meet Bobbie the Bear—a cuddly lavender and wheat-filled teddy that became a global sensation after being gifted to Chinese President Xi Jinping during a visit to Tasmania. Bobbie helped put Bridestowe on the world map and continues to charm visitors of all ages.

Bridestowe Lavender Farm- Thrifty after 50
Tasmania lavender bloom season

Best time of year to visit the Bridestowe, Tasmania lavender farm is Summer (Dec – Feb) when its the lavender season in Australia and the lavender flowers are in full bloom.

Driving distances

Launceston to bridestowe lavender farm – 44 min (51.7 km) via B81

Parking facilities at Bridestowe Lavender Farm Tasmania

The Bridestowe Estate has ample parking in front of the gift shop.

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What you should bring/wear

Just wear general street/travel clothes unless you wish to wear matching colours of lavender and dress up in pinks, blues and lavenders for the best looking Instagram photos!

Wheelchair friendly?

The Visitors Centre is accessible for people with disabilities. Bridestowe staff can organise special access of the fields for visitors with mobility restrictions but you need to contact them in advance to organise.

More Information

Phone reception at Bridestowe Lavender Farm Tasmania can be poor, if you have purchased tickets in advance you should download them before arriving and take a screenshot.

Where to stay near Bridestowe Lavender Farm Tasmania

Most popular hotels in Launceston:

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Things to do near Launceston:

Lilydale Falls – drive to the nearby town of Lilydale. From the reserve and picnic area you and follow an easy walk (10 min return) through ferns and eucalypt forest to  two delightful cascading waterfalls.

Providence Vineyards – Providence Vineyard is located near the township of Lilydale, in the Tamar Valley

Where to eat near Bridestowe Lavender Farm:

Bridestowe café – Enjoy a range of light meals overlooking the lavender fields. The chefs cook with lavender so you can taste a delicious selection of lavender flavoured foods.

Leaning Church Vineyard – Enjoy a seasonal platter while you relax with a glass of wine from the award winning Leaning Church Vineyard.

Popular tours nearby

Tasmania Flexi Attractions Pass

Cradle Mountain Canyon Tours:

The Big 3 Tour Starting from Launceston

  • DAY 1: Cradle Mountain
  • DAY 2: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet
  • DAY 3: Port Arthur & Tassie Devils

Seahorse World Guided Tour

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