Riverside Travel Guide
Launceston
Popular places to visit
Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
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
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Top hotels in Riverside
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
good
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Very clean, great staff spacious room and very convenient location.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Loved the room size and layout. Fabulous glass wall. Great shower. Really friendly reception.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Country Club Tasmania
For the price the King Bed room was good. We wouldn’t rate it more than that, although the staff were outstanding for check-in. Food options were okay for one night: we wouldn’t stay longer: convenient location just south of Launceston. We much prefer the Wrest Point Casino, in all regards. We rate ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Newnham
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Newnham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit University of Tasmania Stadium and Boags Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
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.
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.
