Norwood 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.
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.
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.
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 3:30 pm
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 9:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 2:30 pm
Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Top hotels in Norwood
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
We did not use the restaursnt
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
A great stay as always would recommend
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Room was generally clean but needed work. Door jam into bathroom rooted away. Pool advertised as recently redone but very mouldy no toilet or change room available
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
I liked this hotel. A little all from the centre of things, but had a view over the town. Good facilities and good everything worked
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Art Hotel on York
Great location, clean, courtyard that you can relax and eat ‘take away’ food!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Country Club Tasmania
Great stay as always
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Norwood
St Leonards
Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Newstead
While Newstead may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Launceston Aquatic Centre and Princess Theatre.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the area.
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.
