Prospect Vale Travel Guide
Launceston
Visit Prospect Vale
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Top hotels in Prospect Vale
Country Club Tasmania
Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Country Club Villas
Very nice staff room very clean, only problem the milk was oit of date by 3 months
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Good spacious room
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Amazing staff, great location, and the room had all the basic amenties one needs!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Coach House Launceston
Staff Matthew and Sharon are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Commodore Regent Launceston
Nice place
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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 Quadrant 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.
