Launceston CBD Travel Guide

Launceston

A classical building with arched windows and a sign reading "Art Gallery".
A brewery complex with large silos and a river reflecting the buildings.
A cityscape with autumn foliage, a mix of modern and historic buildings, and a sunset sky.
A large brick church with a tall spire and arched windows.
A calm river with two kayakers, a bridge, and industrial buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Launceston CBD attractions

A street at dusk with a covered pedestrian walkway, shops, and a 'No Entry' sign.

Brisbane Street Mall

8.2/10 (1,701 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.
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Things to do

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

£24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

£37
per adult
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

£24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Cloud Station Platform

Launceston: Hollybank Treetops Adventure - Zipline Tours

£76
per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Treetops Adventure - Zipline Tours
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

£76
per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain

BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain

£300
per adult
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
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Top hotels in Launceston CBD

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS
The price is £91 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£91
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable and spacious rooms. Would recommend. Had issues with prepaid parking which took quite a bit of our time to convince staff that we already had paid. Had to present my bank statement to prove I had already been charged and email. On checkout, had to go through the whole ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

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 £85 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£85
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

4 out of 5
287 Charles Street Launceston TAS
The price is £74 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£74
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was great. The coffee maker didn’t work but the front desk said they’d fix it, which was great. Amazing shower - water pressure was so good!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Mercure Launceston

Mercure Launceston

4 out of 5
3 Brisbane Street Launceston TAS
The price is £80 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
£80
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good spot, good food, nice room"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Mercure Launceston
Peppers Seaport Launceston

Peppers Seaport Launceston

4.5 out of 5
28 Seaport Boulevard Launceston TAS
The price is £132 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£132
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Peppers Seaport Launceston
Commodore Regent Launceston

Commodore Regent Launceston

4 out of 5
13 Brisbane Street Launceston TAS
Fully refundable
The price is £70 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£70
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Commodore Regent Launceston
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Where to stay in Launceston CBD

Find the best Launceston CBD areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river winding through a rocky gorge with dense forest on the hillsides.

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.

A suspension bridge with a wooden walkway, surrounded by dense green forest.

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.

A river winding through a forested valley with a house on the right bank.

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.

A museum exhibit featuring a large, rusted train engine with informational displays and historical photographs.

Invermay

Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal town with a marina, surrounded by mountains and hills.

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.

Launceston CBD Travel Guide

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