Waverley Travel Guide
Launceston
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
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Top hotels in Waverley
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Good sized room and efficient check-in. We stayed a night and did not eat there but it seemed a good “chain” sort of hotel - well run, clean and modern.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Amazing place to stay! Close to everything including walking to the Cataract Gorge which is absolutely beautiful and full of wildlife!. Staff are really nice and the place is great! Highly recommend this place especially to families!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Coach House Launceston
Room clean comfortable bed. Staff friendly
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Nice place
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Clean room, convenience
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Launceston
Great location. Room had all we needed. Beds were comfortable. Staff were nice. Parking was good.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waverley
Ravenswood
Ravenswood might not have many top sights, but Tassie Tiger Mini Golf and Indoor Sports Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
St Leonards
Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Newstead
While Newstead may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Princess Theatre and Brisbane Street Mall.
Norwood
When in Norwood, you can plan a visit to Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Mowbray
When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Launceston Tramway Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
