Legana 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.

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.

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

Queen Victoria Museum
Wander through a preserved railway workshop, play with hands-on science exhibits and travel through the cosmos at this modern museum.

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.
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

Launceston: Wineglass Bay Adventure guided day trip

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
Top hotels in Legana

Launceston Holiday Park Legana
"Room was very clean, heating worked well. Room was comfortable"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

SJ Hostel. Launceston
"Awesome bunch of people from all over the world this place is very diverse and has"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
"Lovely antique charm without being dingy! Room was well appointed with comfortable beds, a nice shower with great water pressure, and plenty of space to have a cuppa and stretch out. Check in and out was a breeze and staff were open to personalising the experience. Fantastic central location, pack ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
"Nice hotel in Launceston. Clean, quiet but dated."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Village Family Motor Inn
"Room was aged but ok. Nothing to complain about"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
"Clean place and friendly and helpful staff. Very límites parking spots. We were Lucky"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Legana

Newnham
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Newnham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre and University of Tasmania Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.

Mayfield
While Mayfield isn't home to many top sights, University of Tasmania Stadium and Tamar Island Wetlands Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mowbray
When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
