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.
Carrick
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Carrick. You might want to make time for a stop at Quercus Park or Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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
Country Club Villas
"Easy parking, swift check in."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Change Overnight
"Clean, easy and no issues at all. I stay here regularly when I come to Tassie for work and it's have never let me down. Easy to access and kitchen is fully equipped so I can cook my own meals."
Reviewed on 10 May 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.
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.
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.
