Blackstone Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Blackstone Heights
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Royal Park
Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Royal Park, a lovely green space in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Activities
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Blackstone Heights
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town.
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.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Tamar Island Wetlands Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Quadrant Mall.
- Places of interest
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- Brisbane Street Mall
- Cataract Gorge
- Country Club Tasmania
- Royal Park
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- City Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Silverdome
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- 1842 Gallery
- Boags Brewery
- Brickendon Estate
- Quadrant Mall
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Woolmers Estate
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Launceston Aquatic Centre
- Marion's Vineyard
- Launceston College
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Evandale Market
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Velo Winery