Title: Riverside Travel Guide: Best of Riverside, Launceston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside-Launceston-Hotels.0-n6156128-0.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)[Riverside Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Riverside.d6156128.Car-Hire-Guide)[Riverside Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside.d6156128.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Riverside Travel Guide ## Launceston ![Only a 10 minute drive north of Launceston, the perfect way to start your morning is with a leisurely 3km return walk through the wetlands to Tamar Island. Get there early enough and you’ll have the walk all to yourself. A boardwalk extends over swamps and crosses the river to two islets and then Tamar Island,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156128/b815aa0f-1764-4c1d-9d2f-aa045e2ed9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Only a 10 minute drive north of Launceston, the perfect way to start your morning is with a leisurely 3km return walk through the wetlands to Tamar Island. Get there early enough and you’ll have the walk all to yourself. A boardwalk extends over swamps and crosses the river to two islets and then Tamar Island,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156128/b815aa0f-1764-4c1d-9d2f-aa045e2ed9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Overlooking Launceston on the Tamar River, Tasmania, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609078/ad7a5c78-982e-49a8-b825-d97e5a1c6486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Riverside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Launceston travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston.dx553248635003664474) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Overlooking Launceston on the Tamar River, Tasmania, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609078/ad7a5c78-982e-49a8-b825-d97e5a1c6486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamar Island Wetlands Centre You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamar-Island-Wetlands-Centre-Riverside.d553248621532609078.Attraction) ![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) ### 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 £22 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 £35 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 £22 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 Riverside ![Nightcap at Riverside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19600/19584/33e6a65b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nightcap at Riverside Hotel 407 West Tamar Highway Riverside TAS £69 28 Feb - 1 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 in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (815 reviews) good Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=19584&PinnedHotelID=19584&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![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 £94 5 Mar - 6 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! (1,000 reviews) Very clean, great staff spacious room and very convenient location. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![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 £80 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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) The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=997613&PinnedHotelID=997613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![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 £57 11 Feb - 12 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 (999 reviews) Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=4395249&PinnedHotelID=4395249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![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 £76 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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! (998 reviews) Loved the room size and layout. Fabulous glass wall. Great shower. Really friendly reception. Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=519153&PinnedHotelID=519153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![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 £77 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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) For the price the King Bed room was good. We wouldn’t rate it more than that, although the staff were outstanding for check-in. Food options were okay for one night: we wouldn’t stay longer: convenient location just south of Launceston. We much prefer the Wrest Point Casino, in all regards. We rate ... Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=519154&PinnedHotelID=519154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) [See all 392 properties in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6156128) 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-Trevallyn.dx6360562) ![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) ![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) ### Newnham The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Newnham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit University of Tasmania Stadium and Boags Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Newnham.dx6139815) ![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 Design Centre of Tasmania and Boags Brewery while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Launceston-CBD.dx553248633975961892) ![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) ![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) ### Mowbray When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Mowbray.dx6339437) --- --- - [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) # Riverside 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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