Alanvale 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.
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 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 Alanvale
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Dated but clean
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Great grand old hotel
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Not a bad place for an overnighter. Rooms very outdated but functional, newly painted and felt clean.
Reviewed on 10 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
Peppers Silo Launceston
The breakfast menu was very nice but expensive
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Art Hotel on York
The bathroom fan and the mini fridge needs replacing as they are very noisy.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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 Tamar Island Wetlands Centre and University of Tasmania Stadium, 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.
