Popular places to visit
Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Brisbane Street Mall
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.
Cataract Gorge
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.
Royal Park
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
Penny Royal Adventures
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.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Riverside Hotel Deals
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Woderful stay , staff were all lovely . Not the fanciest place we could find but it had everything we needed for the short time we were there . No complaints
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Good sized room and efficient check-in. We stayed a night and did not eat there but it seemed a good “chain” sort of hotel - well run, clean and modern.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Clean room.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Nice place
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Coach House Launceston
Staff were very helpful and had some good local knowledge
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Clean room and friendly staff was good. The indoor hwated pool was pleasant. The city view from the vuilding uphill was fantastic.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Riverside
Trevallyn
Travelers like the historic sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Invermay
Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Newnham
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Newnham. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Tamar Island Wetlands Centre and University of Tasmania Stadium are a few top places to visit.
Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Boags Brewery and Princess Theatre while in the area.
West Launceston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in West Launceston. You might want to make time for a stop at Cataract Gorge or Cataract Gorge Reserve.
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.
