Westbury

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania

Feel like you’ve been transported back in time to England of bygone days when you holiday in this pretty rural town in northern Tasmania.

With its 19th-century buildings, old courtyards, tree-lined streets and town green, Westbury has the unmistakable atmosphere of an old English village. Go on a walking tour of this small community, visit historical homes and try to navigate your way through a garden maze.

Stroll across the village green, a beautiful spot once used for parades by soldiers stationed nearby in the 1830s. Every March, it is the scene of the Westbury Irish Festival, which celebrates St. Patrick's Day and the village's Irish roots. Stop by St. Andrew's Church, situated directly opposite the green. Construction of this Anglican place of worship started in 1836 and finished in 1890. Step inside to view the beautiful wood carvings by Ellen Nora Payne, a woodcarver born in Westbury in 1865. Among the highlights are the pulpit and a wooden screen called The Seven Sisters.

Walk down Lonsdale Promenade to Westbury’s White House. During its long history, the 19th-century house has been a store, a steam flour mill, a bus depot and a bicycle factory. Today, it encompasses a vintage car museum, a bakery and a collection of well-preserved period rooms.

There is more local history to uncover over at Pearn’s Steam World. On display are steam engines, tractors and other relics from the steam era. While you are wandering around the village, follow the Westbury Silhouette Trail. This is a walking trail that passes eight artworks depicting important figures in the history of the village. The route is approximately 3.5 kilometres (2.2 miles) and takes about 1 hour to complete.

For some family fun, visit the Westbury Maze & Tea Room. Explore the garden maze, which consists of almost 3,000 bushes, then enjoy some refreshments in the tea room.

Westbury is located in the Meander Valley area of north Tasmania, about a 20-minute drive from Launceston. The airport here has regular flights to and from several locations on the Australian mainland. Come for the history and culture and stay in a variety of accommodation types.

Westbury Gingerbread Cottages

Westbury Gingerbread Cottages

4 out of 5
48-52 William Street, Westbury, TAS
The price is ¥13,632 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
¥13,632
¥15,130 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Westbury. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Westbury Common Recreation Area and John Temple ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Westbury Gingerbread Cottages
Fitzpatrick's Inn

Fitzpatrick's Inn

3 out of 5
56 Meander Valley, Westbury, TAS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥12,270 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
¥12,270
¥13,604 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Westbury. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Pearns Steam World and Westbury Sports Centre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Fitzpatrick's Inn
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ¥13,380 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
¥13,380
¥14,936 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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! (1,019 reviews)
"Great Hotel"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
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Country Club Villas

Country Club Villas

4 out of 5
Casino Rise, Prospect Vale, TAS
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,874 reviews)
"Needs a major update. Very outdated and old looking"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Country Club Villas
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel

Launceston Central Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
16 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (621 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Upgraded on arrival, enjoyed our stay, convenient to shops, cafe's, restaurants. Would recommend and stay here again."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Discovery Parks - Hadspen

Discovery Parks - Hadspen

3 out of 5
Cnr Main St & Meander Valley Hwy ( B54 ), Hadspen, TAS
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Launceston. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Entally Estate and Country ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (420 reviews)
"Pet friendly, extremely comfortable bed, quality linen"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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