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Launceston

Popular places to visit

Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge

5/5(29 reviews)

Swim in a tranquil basin fed by tumbling mountain-spring waters, fly over the water on a chairlift and stroll around the gardens fringed with stunning native forest.

Cataract Gorge
Brisbane Street Mall

Brisbane Street Mall

3.5/5(7 reviews)

Launceston’s best shopping is in easy reach at this busy community hub, where intriguing laneways and historic arcades branch off from a central sheltered mall.

Brisbane Street Mall
City Park

City Park

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
Royal Park showing a bay or harbor

Royal Park

4.5/5(11 reviews)

After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Park
Awesome rock climbing and adventure park in the heart of Launceston #lifeatexpedia

Penny Royal Adventures

3/5(1 review)

Bring the kids to Penny Royal Adventures and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this walkable area.

Penny Royal Adventures
Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Things to do

Foot powered Hobie kayaks

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

￥6,854
per adult
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

￥4,406
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

￥4,406
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course

Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course

￥6,757
per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour

From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour

￥17,136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos

￥10,771
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
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Newnham Hotel Deals

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥13,792 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥13,792
￥15,171 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"close proximity to Penny Royal Adventure Park and to Still Water Restaurant across the road"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥12,828 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
￥12,828
￥14,207 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Decent room . Bit of a problem with drainage from shower. Staff very nice. Very good location."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

4 out of 5
287 Charles Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥15,131 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥15,131
￥16,644 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Coach House Launceston

Coach House Launceston

4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥12,749 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥12,749
￥14,024 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very hilly suburb. Consequently, the walk to the office was very steep, & normally there would not be a problem, but I have very swollen ankles, so found the path a bit dangerous. The manager did come out of his office to collect the keys, to save me walking as far."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Coach House Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston

Best Western Plus Launceston

4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥15,135 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
￥15,135
￥16,649 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Well located and even when a cab or Uber were needed the distances were quick and affordable, definitely coming back again"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Best Western Plus Launceston
Commodore Regent Launceston

Commodore Regent Launceston

4 out of 5
13 Brisbane Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ￥11,226 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥11,226
￥12,516 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Good basic room - clean and comfortable and at the right price"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Commodore Regent Launceston
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Other neighborhoods around Newnham

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Mowbray

While there might not be top attractions in Mowbray, you can explore the larger area and discover places like University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery.

Mowbray
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Riverside

Restaurants, shopping, and river views are some highlights of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring.

Riverside
Tamar Valley featuring farmland as well as a small group of people

Invermay

Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Invermay
Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple

Launceston CBD

4/5(58 area reviews)

Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Launceston Aquatic Centre and Boags Brewery while in the area.

Launceston CBD
Trevallyn which includes landscape views, a river or creek and a city

Trevallyn

Travelers like the historic sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Trevallyn
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Ravenswood

Though Ravenswood might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Launceston Aquatic Centre and Indoor Sports Center.

Ravenswood

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