Northern Tasmania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Tasmania
Where to stay in Northern Tasmania
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.
Latrobe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and spas in Latrobe. You might want to make time for a stop at House of Anvers or Latrobe Fine Art Gallery.
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium 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.
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Room was clean Bed soft and comfortable .perfect stay.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Coach House Launceston
Good service and convenient and everything was straightforward
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Perfect in every way
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff, super easy parking and great location.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Country Club Villas
Room was comfortable, the staff were great and the pool and spa were awesome 👌
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Clean, tidy, accessible, playground for the kids, easy check in, nice to have a grocery store walkable distance. Comfortable beds. Well equipped kitchenette.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Cradle Mountain
See the dramatic contours of this rugged peak from the shores of Dove Lake or clamber to its summit for unbeatable views of Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness.
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.
Dove Lake
Marvel at the towering spires of Cradle Mountain as you walk along a boardwalk that skirts the pristine waters of this glacially carved lake.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
Bicheno Blowhole
Get sprayed by salty water from up close or witness the power of nature from a safe distance at this powerful natural water feature in a dramatic coastal setting.
Things to do
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Devils at Cradle: Day Keeper Tour and Entry to Wildlife Park
