Launceston Tamar and the North Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Launceston Tamar and the North
Where to stay in Launceston Tamar and the North
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.
West Launceston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in West Launceston. You might want to make time for a stop at Cataract Gorge or Cataract Gorge Reserve.
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.
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.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Legana
Wineries and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Legana. A stop by Velo Winery is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Very nice place to stay all the way around. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Room was clean with all amenities needed. The laundry was great offering a coin operated washing machine and free dryer. Restaurant was a bonus serving all meals.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
I was just doing a night before heading south but all was adequate for that. If I was staying longer I would have liked a little more room comfort for a prolonged stay.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Country Club Villas
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Convenient location
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Change Overnight
The room we stayed in was not as per the listing description for the property, nor did it match the pictures on the listing. Very dark hallways, felt unsafe. Fire doors in hallway were propped open the whole time. Noisy. Shower curtain was a foot too short and only went part way around the shower ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
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.
Ben Lomond National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ben Lomond National Park, a lovely green space in Ben Lomond. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
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.
