Launceston Travel Guide
Tourist 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 highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Invermay
Travellers 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
If you're spending time in South Launceston, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Brisbane Street Mall.
East Launceston
Restaurants and gardens are notable features of East Launceston. You might consider stopping by Launceston Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Dated but clean
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Buffet Breakfast was great. More seating in the bar area would be great
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Not a bad place for an overnighter. Rooms very outdated but functional, newly painted and felt clean.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Country Club Villas
Easy parking, swift check in.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Not a 5 star hotel but clean, quiet, Wi-Fi good, walking distance to shops, staff helpful. The only faults I could find was that the bed was a bit hard and the sofa wasn't very comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Change Overnight
Clean, easy and no issues at all. I stay here regularly when I come to Tassie for work and it's have never let me down. Easy to access and kitchen is fully equipped so I can cook my own meals.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Cataract Gorge
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Launceston. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Street Mall
During your visit to Launceston, you can enjoy retail therapy at Brisbane Street Mall. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants 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.
Penny Royal Adventures
Bring your family 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.
Queen Victoria Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Queen Victoria Museum during your trip to Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Royal Park
After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Other places like Launceston
- Cataract Gorge
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Brisbane Street Mall
- City Park
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Princess Theatre
- Royal Park
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Launceston College
- Boags Brewery
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Entally Estate
- Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre
- Franklin House
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
- Harvest Market
- Quadrant Mall
- Indoor Sports Center
- The Town Clock
