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.

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

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 Brisbane Street 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.

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Staff were very helpfull
Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Village Family Motor Inn
Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation
Reviewed on 27 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

Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Good room
Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Clean, spacious room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 February 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
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Country Club Tasmania
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Princess Theatre
- City Park
- Launceston College
- 1842 Gallery
- Boags Brewery
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Franklin House
- Velo Winery
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
- Launceston Tramway Museum
