Riverside Travel Guide
Launceston
Popular places to visit
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 relaxing area.
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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
Queen Victoria Museum
Wander through a preserved railway workshop, play with hands-on science exhibits and travel through the cosmos at this modern museum.
Things to do
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Top hotels in Riverside
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Good staff
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
We did not use the restaursnt
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
A great stay as always would recommend
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Beds uncomfortable. Toilet smelt. No tea towel to dry dishes.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
I liked this hotel. A little all from the centre of things, but had a view over the town. Good facilities and good everything worked
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Art Hotel on York
Good location, only a stop over for us, comfortable and clean room with friendly check in!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Tamar Island Wetlands Centre and University of Tasmania Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
Launceston CBD
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.
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.
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.
