Title: East Launceston Travel Guide: Best of East Launceston, Launceston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in East Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Launceston-Launceston-Hotels.0-n553248634373840855-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities)[East Launceston Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-East-Launceston.d553248634373840855.Car-Hire-Guide)[East Launceston Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Launceston.d553248634373840855.Holidays-City-Breaks) # East Launceston Travel Guide ## Launceston ## Visit East Launceston Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Launceston travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston.dx553248635003664474) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cataract Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125277/eb7fdd6d-925c-490f-be28-111640e3deeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge 5/5(19 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cataract-Gorge-West-Launceston.d6125277.Attraction) ![Brisbane Street Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190730/e3038775-740b-4eab-b9c9-e3c741988016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brisbane Street Mall 4/5(6 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Street-Mall-Launceston-CBD.d6190730.Attraction) ![Royal Park showing a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125281/488bbdf5-59ee-4d2a-96eb-3aaf5e843278.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Park 4/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125281.Attraction) ![City Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125279/2103c41e-f7ea-42c7-9010-8c96dfafc3bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125279.Attraction) ![Awesome rock climbing and adventure park in the heart of Launceston #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635003664474/6fda21e1-e4d6-4d89-a900-dcc43381b893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penny-Royal-Adventures-Launceston-CBD.d6125287.Attraction) ![Boags Brewery which includes signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125291/05e6aa7b-991e-4657-b2cf-374b502b046e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boags Brewery 5/5(1 review) See the inner workings of a historic Tasmanian brewery on a tour of the home of James Boag’s beer, complete with tastings and a visit to a traditional-style pub. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boags-Brewery-Launceston-CBD.d6125291.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681101/2b4acdef-4d8c-4590-a2c2-a61b256e8ac5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am £24 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-1130-am.a681101.activity-details) ![Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44940606/50fbb99e-a1a7-4a7e-bf7f-4893f7ae422c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-kayak-tour-on-launcestons-scenic-waterfront-on-foot-powered-hobie-kayaks.a44940606.activity-details) ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681113/b2f54d3d-faa2-4cf2-902e-538d2823f14d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm £24 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-130-pm.a681113.activity-details) [See all activities in Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in East Launceston ![Windarra on High](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21231700/21231614/3deda56a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Windarra on High 22 High Street East Launceston TAS £91 24 Apr - 25 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this B&B in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Launceston Aquatic Centre and Princess Theatre are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews) The breakfast was quite adequate, continental style with exactly the items I normally would have at home. Bed was really comfortable and very quiet. Enjoyed walking up & down those hills. Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F04%2F2026&endDate=25%2F04%2F2026&selected=21231614&PinnedHotelID=21231614&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) ![Kurrajong House Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625629/9b84f106_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kurrajong House Launceston 18 High Street East Launceston TAS £99 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this B&B in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Launceston Aquatic Centre and Design Centre of Tasmania ... 10/10 Exceptional! (272 reviews) Wonderful accommodation friendly hosts and the best breakfast in town Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=9625629&PinnedHotelID=9625629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) ![Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/997700/997613/d5e58d98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments 147 Paterson Street Launceston TAS £70 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Room was clean and spacious the property itself is outdated and if you are not staying on the ground floors there is no lift so you have to lug your suitcases upstairs, the on site food outlets were shut. It’s in a good central position Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=997613&PinnedHotelID=997613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) ![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/08dc7236_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS £69 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Food Luke warm and average quality thought it would be better Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) ![Art Hotel on York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43412/b0d9b6b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Art Hotel on York 270 York Street Launceston TAS £75 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this historic hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) We arrived late but had trouble booking in. Lovely heritage building, clean and interesting. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=43412&PinnedHotelID=43412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) ![Pod Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30324600/30324585/c462bf50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pod Inn 17-19 Wellington St Launceston TAS £44 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this capsule hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Queen Victoria Museum and Brisbane ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (194 reviews) Excellent location. It's near everything. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=30324585&PinnedHotelID=30324585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373840855) [See all 374 properties in East Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634373840855) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Newstead.dx553248634373821188) ![Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975961892/7da01669-4486-4afe-a28b-29fdd2d0bf90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Launceston CBD 4/5(18 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Launceston-CBD.dx553248633975961892) ![Cataract Gorge Reserve at Launceston in Tasmania, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144090/c542d7e4-f713-42d2-bf22-cfa9e22cf771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-South-Launceston.dx6144090) ![Cataract Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125277/4a97a276-e4f2-4ec0-827f-3a576df99f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-West-Launceston.dx6129360) ![Launceston Tramway Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190724/7548f026-4c15-47fc-98a6-355b22fc3471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Invermay Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Invermay.dx6190709) ![Trevallyn which includes landscape views, a river or creek and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360562/f2c255e3-cd3d-4425-9cb5-85efa149ca00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trevallyn Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Trevallyn.dx6360562) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # East Launceston Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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