Newnham Travel Guide

Launceston

Popular places to visit

Cataract Gorge

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.

Cataract Gorge
Brisbane Street Mall

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
City Park

City Park

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

City Park
Royal Park

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.

Royal Park
Penny Royal Adventures

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.

Penny Royal Adventures
Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Things to do

Survival Course & Basic Fieldcraft Learning in Surviving the Wild

Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild

฿5,026
per adult
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
Wineglass Bay lookout

BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston 3 Day Active Adventure

฿11,721
per adult
BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston 3 Day Active Adventure
Private Customized Day Trips from Hobart

Private Day Trips Bay of Fire From Launceston

฿29,144
per adult
Private Day Trips Bay of Fire From Launceston
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

฿3,907
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

฿950
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos

฿2,323
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
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Top hotels in Newnham

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,151 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,151
฿2,367 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
PURELY AN OVERNIGHT STAY ON THIS OCCASION
"This was quite simply an overnight stay to catch an early morning flight. Staff personal presentation & service was very good. Large clean, comfortable room with newly renovated bathroom. Room could be improved with lighter colour tones. Good location in the CBD."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Coach House Launceston

Coach House Launceston

4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,252 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,252
฿2,478 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice unit, good price, in the middle of Lonny"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Coach House Launceston
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

4 out of 5
287 Charles Street, Launceston, TAS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,889 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,889
฿3,177 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Our room was clean and tidy but smaller than we were anticipating from booking. Not a complaint but an observation."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,257 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿2,257
฿2,482 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, quiet, clean accommodation."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Best Western Plus Launceston

Best Western Plus Launceston

4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,509 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,509
฿2,760 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Top place"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Launceston
Mercure Launceston

Mercure Launceston

4 out of 5
3 Brisbane Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,585 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿2,585
฿2,843 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Mercure Launceston
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Other neighbourhoods around Newnham

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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.

Mowbray
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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.

Riverside
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Invermay

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

Invermay
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Launceston CBD

4/5(18 area reviews)

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.

Launceston CBD
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Trevallyn

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

Trevallyn
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Ravenswood

Ravenswood might not have many top sights, but Launceston Aquatic Centre and Tassie Tiger Mini Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ravenswood

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