Title: Punchbowl Travel Guide: Best of Punchbowl, Launceston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Punchbowl](https://expedia.co.uk/Punchbowl-Launceston-Hotels.0-n6342560-0.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)[Punchbowl Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Punchbowl.d6342560.Car-Hire-Guide)[Punchbowl Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Punchbowl.d6342560.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Punchbowl Travel Guide ## Launceston ## Visit Punchbowl 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 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 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) ![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 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) ![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 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) ![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 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) ![Albert Hall Convention Centre featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190716/4f0d99a2-4668-44ac-9da6-e504e706c7b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Albert-Hall-Convention-Centre-Launceston-CBD.d6190716.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681101/3a23e1d6-1a03-4633-9e02-4fd3f9eb3f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am £23 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-1130-am.a681101.activity-details) ![Foot powered Hobie kayaks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44940606/fe4150e9-0c5f-4ef5-85e1-278b40b7b9c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks £36 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/d3e53d01-049b-4320-afb1-75256f1a9095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm £23 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 Punchbowl ![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/ddbeeeda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS £87 22 Mar - 23 Mar 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! (1,004 reviews) What a fab place! Rooms were lovely, spacious and clean, bathroom also large! Perfect spot! Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342560) ![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 £76 15 Mar - 16 Mar 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! (1,008 reviews) Friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful staff welcomed us. We were given a fabulous room - one of several extremely unique 'themed' rooms called the "Grain Loft" - it was comfortable, spacious and perfectly clean. It was also quiet. Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=997613&PinnedHotelID=997613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342560) ![Village Family Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395300/4395249/d97c4a3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Family Motor Inn 84-100 Westbury Road South Launceston TAS £60 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Launceston. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 6.4/10 (1,001 reviews) The room was clean and tidy and the staff were very friendly and accomodating. Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=4395249&PinnedHotelID=4395249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342560) ![Commodore Regent Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519153/e3fa424f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Commodore Regent Launceston 13 Brisbane Street Launceston TAS £72 15 Mar - 16 Mar 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. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Very comfortable and clean. Good value Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=519153&PinnedHotelID=519153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342560) ![Country Club Tasmania](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519154/2c32dc4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Club Tasmania Country Club Avenue Prospect Vale TAS £108 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) The bed was the best I have ever slept in, great space in the room. Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=519154&PinnedHotelID=519154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342560) ![Art Hotel on York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43412/76257f49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Art Hotel on York 270 York Street Launceston TAS £89 3 Mar - 4 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Staff exceptionally courteous and helpful. Room very clean and well appointed. 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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) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Launceston Aquatic Centre and Princess Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Newstead.dx553248634373821188) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Norwood.dx553248634373821182) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kings Meadows Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Kings-Meadows.dx6353968) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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