Prospect Vale Travel Guide
Launceston
Visit Prospect Vale
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
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
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
Top hotels in Prospect Vale
Country Club Tasmania
"Great stay as always"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Country Club Villas
"Easy parking, swift check in."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
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
"First room provided to me is not clear have hair in that bathtub and shower head dripping. The staff settle it immediately and the Manager change me to the Room 1029. Staffs are all friendly."
Reviewed on 18 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
Other neighbourhoods around Prospect Vale
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.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre 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.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the area.
Hadspen
Visitors to Hadspen enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Entally Estate is worth a stop.
