Alanvale Travel Guide
Launceston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Top hotels in Alanvale
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
The rooms are on the slightly older side, so this also means they are in need of a bit of TLC. They are clean, comfortable and great for a holiday!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Coach House Launceston
Staff Matthew and Sharon are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Historic building - old mill. Great location to Cataract Gorge. And good walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Commodore Regent Launceston
Clean room only let down by appalling wifi
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Great location. Spacious rooms
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Launceston
Great staff. Nice room close to food and shops
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alanvale
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 University of Tasmania Stadium and Boags Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
