West Launceston Travel Guide

Launceston

Cataract Gorge
Cataract Gorge
West Launceston
West Launceston
West Launceston

Popular places to visit

Cataract Gorge

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.

Cataract Gorge
Brisbane Street Mall

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
City Park

City Park

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
Royal Park

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.

Royal Park
Penny Royal Adventures

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.

Penny Royal Adventures
Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Things to do

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

£89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

£22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Survival Course & Basic Fieldcraft Learning in Surviving the Wild

Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild

£115
per adult
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
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Top hotels in West Launceston

Topiary Haven

Topiary Haven

4.5 out of 5
27 Brougham Street, West Launceston, TAS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Penny Royal Adventures ...
"It was a home away from home, lovely decor, clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2022

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Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £55 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£55
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
PURELY AN OVERNIGHT STAY ON THIS OCCASION
"This was quite simply an overnight stay to catch an early morning flight. Staff personal presentation & service was very good. Large clean, comfortable room with newly renovated bathroom. Room could be improved with lighter colour tones. Good location in the CBD."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Coach House Launceston

Coach House Launceston

4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £58 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£58
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice unit, good price, in the middle of Lonny"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Coach House Launceston
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston

4 out of 5
287 Charles Street, Launceston, TAS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £72 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£72
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Our room was clean and tidy but smaller than we were anticipating from booking. Not a complaint but an observation."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Mantra Charles Hotel 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 £57 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£57
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great day and night at Penny Royal Launceston. Friendly staff, comfy bed and cute, compact 1 bed apartment. The guys on the top zipline and cliff jump, and the little Captain of the ship girl/lady 😊 were fun and good with my little boy. *A lift at either end of the building would be the icing ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Best Western Plus Launceston

Best Western Plus Launceston

4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is £63 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£63
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Top place"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around West Launceston

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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.

South Launceston
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Summerhill

Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Summerhill
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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.

East Launceston
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Trevallyn

Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Trevallyn
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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.

Newstead
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Invermay

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

Invermay

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