Holyman House, Launceston

Name: Holyman House
Address: Launceston, Australia

#17 among attractions in Launceston

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Holyman House is an iconic Art Deco building in the central business district of Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. It was designed by H. S. East and Roy Sharrington Smith architects, of Launceston, with Clive Steele, of Melbourne, as consulting engineer. The building was built in 1936 to house the various branches of Holymans shipping and aviation interests as well as an automobile showroom for Holyman's automotive division. The building was designed to reflect the bold futuristic vision of the Holyman Company with the sleek curves, neon-lit spire and modern steel frame construction. Holyman House was most infamously the headquarters of Australian National Airways, an evolution of Holyman's Airways. After the fall of the Holyman's empire in the 1950s, it was sold to Ansett Australia and eventually divided into office spaces. Holyman House now houses a travel centre on the ground level corner allotment where the flight lounge used to be. ()

Completed: 1936 (88 years ago)Floors: 5Coordinates: 41°26'10"S, 147°8'28"E

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Holyman House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cataract Gorge, Launceston Aquatic, City Park, Prince's Square.

1.4 miSW
Canyon, Nature and wildlife, Park
Cataract Gorge, Launceston
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Launceston, Tasmania, Cataract Gorge is a stunning natural formation that offers visitors a unique blend of wilderness and leisure within minutes of the city center. This picturesque canyon, defined by the powerful South Esk River, is a...
~1470 ftE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Launceston Aquatic, Launceston
8 min walk • Launceston Aquatic is a premier aquatic facility nestled in the heart of Launceston, Australia, offering a refreshing oasis for both residents and visitors. As a hub of water-based activities, this state-of-the-art swimming pool complex provides a diverse range of...
~1320 ftNE
Park
City Park, Launceston
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Launceston, City Park is an urban oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. This historic park, established in the 1820s, has become a cherished green space for both locals and tourists visiting this picturesque Tasmanian...
~1660 ftS
Park
Prince's Square, Launceston
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Launceston, Australia, Prince's Square is a verdant oasis that offers a serene escape from the urban hustle. This tranquil park, characterized by its well-manicured lawns and a collection of mature trees, serves as a communal backyard for locals...
0.4 miW
Museum, History museum
Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, Launceston
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Launceston, Australia lies the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG), a cultural beacon that offers a deep dive into Tasmania's rich history and vibrant arts scene. As the largest regional museum in Australia, QVMAG stands as an...
~1310 ftS
Synagogue
Launceston Synagogue, Launceston
7 min walk • Nestled within the historic landscape of Launceston, Tasmania, the Launceston Synagogue stands as a testament to the enduring presence of Jewish culture in Australia. This synagogue, one of the oldest in the country, is a significant religious site that has served the...
~1350 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Georgian architecture
St John's Church, Launceston
7 min walk • St John's Church, a historic gem nestled in the heart of Launceston, Australia, is a testament to the city's rich colonial heritage. This Anglican church, consecrated in 1825, is the oldest operating place of worship in the city and holds a special place in the local...
~820 ftW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Andrew's Kirk, Launceston
4 min walk • St Andrew's Kirk, a beacon of faith and history, stands proudly in the heart of Launceston, Australia. This church, an architectural gem, has been serving the community since its consecration in 1831, making it one of the oldest in the city.
~1460 ftNW
Nightlife, Brewery
Boag's Brewery, Launceston
8 min walk • Boag's Brewery is an Australian brewery company founded in 1883 by James Boag and his son, also named James, in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. It is now owned by Lion, a Trans-Tasman subsidiary company of Japanese beverage conglomerate, Kirin. All of the company's beers are produced in Launceston.
0.7 miN
Museum
Tasmanian Football Hall of Fame, Launceston
19 min walk • The Tasmanian Football Hall of Fame was established to help recognise outstanding services and overall contribution made to the sport of Australian rules football in Tasmania. Any participant of the sport, including players, umpires, media personalities and coaches, may be inducted.
~1730 ftN
41°25'53"S • 147°8'35"E
National Automobile Museum of Tasmania, Launceston
9 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Holyman House?

Nearby attractions include Quadrant Mall, Launceston (3 min walk), St Andrew's Kirk, Launceston (4 min walk), Launceston Synagogue, Launceston (7 min walk), City Park, Launceston (7 min walk).

How to get to Holyman House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Holyman House:

Bus

Cornwall Square Transit Centre (7 min walk)

Train

East Tamar (28 min walk)