Hadspen Travel Guide
Launceston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
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
Wander through a preserved railway workshop, play with hands-on science exhibits and travel through the cosmos at this modern museum.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Top hotels in Hadspen
Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Good on all counts except bit more dusting won’t harm
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Very nice place to stay all the way around. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Room was clean with all amenities needed. The laundry was great offering a coin operated washing machine and free dryer. Restaurant was a bonus serving all meals.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
I was just doing a night before heading south but all was adequate for that. If I was staying longer I would have liked a little more room comfort for a prolonged stay.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Art Hotel on York
No breakfast, parking was good though open to street
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Country Club Tasmania
Could do with a laundrey at property
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hadspen
Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town.
Carrick
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Carrick. You might want to make time for a stop at Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery or Quercus Park.
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the area.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
