Launceston
Travel Guide
Visit Launceston
Where to stay in Launceston
Launceston CBD
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.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping, and river views are some highlights of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Summerhill
While Summerhill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Silverdome and Cataract Gorge.
Invermay
Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Nice stay
Reviewed on 19 January 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Room was fantastic. Clean, roomy and comfortable. Location was perfect with a short walk across the bridge to Cataract Gorge.
Reviewed on 23 January 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Decent space for family of 5
Reviewed on 17 January 2026
Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Everything outstanding.
Reviewed on 23 January 2026
Country Club Villas
Clean but tired room. We had a Murphy bed and it was quite dusty and dirty behind where the bed was pulled down from the wall. Carpet is old an tearing in places Staff were lovely. The pool was good.
Reviewed on 22 January 2026
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
The apartment is lovely - big, clean, comfortable. The only thing to be aware of if you are a light sleeper - there is a church nearby with bells that ring every hour through the night and every quarter hour in the day.
Reviewed on 17 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Cataract Gorge
Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Cataract Gorge, a lovely green space in Launceston. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Street Mall
During your visit to Launceston, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Brisbane Street Mall. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
City Park
City Park is just one of the places to see in Launceston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Other places like Launceston
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Country Club Tasmania
- Royal Park
- Princess Theatre
- City Park
- 1842 Gallery
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Launceston College
- Boags Brewery
- Quadrant Mall
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Harvest Market
- Launceston Aquatic Centre
- Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre
- Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Entally Estate
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Franklin House
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
- Velo Winery
- Indoor Sports Center
- Launceston Tramway Museum
