Blackstone Heights Travel Guide

Launceston

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Brisbane Street Mall

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
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Cataract Gorge

5/5(18 reviews)

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.

Cataract Gorge
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City Park

4/5(11 reviews)

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
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Albert Hall Convention Centre

Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.

Albert Hall Convention Centre
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Penny Royal Adventures

4/5(1 review)

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.

Penny Royal Adventures
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Royal Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Royal Park, a lovely green space in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Park

Things to do

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Private West Tamar Wine Tour

£147
Per adult
Private West Tamar Wine Tour
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5 Day 4 Night Guided Tasmania Tour, minimum 4 passengers

£854
Per adult
5 Day 4 Night Guided Tasmania Tour, minimum 4 passengers
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Launceston and Surroundings Day Tour Private Charter Service

£519
Per adult
Launceston and Surroundings Day Tour Private Charter Service
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Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

£73
Per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
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From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Tour

£81
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Tour
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Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

£83
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
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Top hotels in Blackstone Heights

Village Family Motor Inn
Village Family Motor Inn
3 out of 5
84-100 Westbury Road, South Launceston, TAS
The price is £54 per night from 21 May to 22 May
£54
per night
21 May - 22 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Pool very enjoyable. Spa only had wo jes working, but still beneficial."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Village Family Motor Inn
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £76 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
£76
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location for shopping restaurants and pubs had great music"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £62 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
£62
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Checkin was easy and the front counter staff very helpful. We stayed on 2 separate nights at the start and end of our trip, and were able to stay in both the apartments up the road and the main apartments. The apartments up the road were clean and simple, yet met all our needs. The main apartments ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Best Western Plus Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £74 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£74
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"all good"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Best Western Plus Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
4.5 out of 5
22 Tamar St, Launceston, TAS
Fully refundable
The price is £76 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£76
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (486 reviews)
"Room is very clean The only thing is no lift"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

The Grand Hotel Launceston
Peppers Silo Hotel
Peppers Silo Hotel
4.5 out of 5
89-91 Lindsay Street, Invermay, TAS
The price is £134 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£134
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (766 reviews)
"Overall it was a good stay, but room service was very, very limited on choice for food, more focus was on alcohol, somewhat disappointing. Staff helpful Good views from the room"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Peppers Silo Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Blackstone Heights

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Prospect Vale

Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town.

Prospect Vale
Cataract Gorge

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.

West Launceston
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Trevallyn

Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Trevallyn
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Riverside

Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Tamar Island Wetlands Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Riverside
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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.

South Launceston
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Hadspen

Visitors to Hadspen enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Entally Estate is worth a stop.

Hadspen

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