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Launceston

Popular places to visit

Brisbane Street Mall showing shopping and a sunset

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
Cataract Gorge featuring a gorge or canyon and a river or creek

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.

Cataract Gorge
City Park featuring a garden as well as a couple

City Park

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

City Park
Cataract Gorge featuring a pool, tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Cataract Gorge Reserve

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

Cataract Gorge Reserve
Royal Park

Royal Park

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Royal Park, a lovely green space in Launceston. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Park
Penny Royal Adventures

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.

Penny Royal Adventures

Things to do

Tamar Odyssey near Cataract Gorge

Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

P5,768
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm

2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm

P3,990
per adult
2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm
2.5 Hour Morning Discovery Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

2.5 Hour Morning Discovery Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

P3,990
per adult
2.5 Hour Morning Discovery Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
2.5 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departs at 1: 30 pm

2.5 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departs at 1: 30 pm

P3,990
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2.5 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departs at 1: 30 pm
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

P6,348
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour

Underwood: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos

P3,990
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Underwood: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
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Top hotels in Newstead

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 P4,950 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
P4,950
P5,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms in a beautiful historic building. Free parking is a bonus."

Reviewed on Jan 15, 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 P5,292 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
P5,292
P5,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely and friendly staff members , breakfast and the diner was nice as well. Although the bathroom was renovated and clean the room especially the carpets being so old and dusty wasn’t nice. It needs renovations"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Village Family Motor Inn
Village Family Motor Inn
3 out of 5
84-100 Westbury Road, South Launceston, TAS
The price is P4,075 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
P4,075
P4,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Nice view from my balcony"

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

Village Family Motor Inn
Best Western Plus Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P5,851 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
P5,851
P6,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely big room with a fantastic view. Building is fairly tired and a bit dated. Limited parking with unclear allocation system for electric vehicles"

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2025

Best Western Plus Launceston
Coach House Launceston
Coach House Launceston
4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P4,662 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
P4,662
P5,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (899 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful with all my questions and requests. However, I had to ask for some basics which were missing from the room eg. bowl plates, glasses and cutlery."

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

Coach House Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
4.5 out of 5
22 Tamar St, Launceston, TAS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (591 reviews)
"We had an overnight stay. The rooms were huge. Check in was easy. There is a restaurant at the property, although we didn't dine at it this time. It is easy walking distance to the CBD, City Park and UTas Stadium. The parking onsite was convenient, and there was plenty of room."

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Newstead

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East Launceston

Restaurants and gardens are notable features of East Launceston. You might consider a stop by Launceston Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.

East Launceston
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Punchbowl

Punchbowl is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre and Silverdome are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Punchbowl
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South Launceston

Restaurants and spas are some things travelers note about South Launceston. Check out Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Quadrant Mall while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

South Launceston
Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple

Launceston CBD

5/5(1 area review)

Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by City Park and Design Centre of Tasmania while in the area.

Launceston CBD
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Norwood

While there might not be top attractions in Norwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre.

Norwood
Cataract Gorge

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.

West Launceston

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