Newnham 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
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 3:30 pm
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
A Day in Wineglass Bay - Launceston to Hobart
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Top hotels in Newnham
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
"Look carefully at the photos. Our room was not like the ones pictured and the bathroom had black hair on the toilet and on the floor. The staff were great, they changed our room for one with a cleaner bathroom and were very apologetic. Our new room was more clean but still not like the photos at ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
"Nice clean and tidy property, well equipped rooms with plenty of space, great breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
"Everything was okay but mattress was really worst. That mattress springs was poking into my body."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
"I had a excellent stay"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Art Hotel on York
"Good parking"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Peppers Silo Launceston
"The hotel itself was lovely, modern and comfortable, and the rest of the stay was good. The only disappointing part was the smell in reception and on the first floor. There is a black labrador that appears to live around the reception area and roam through parts of the hotel. I love dogs, so I understand ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newnham
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.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Ravenswood
Ravenswood might not have many top sights, but Launceston Aquatic Centre and Tassie Tiger Mini Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
