East Launceston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Launceston
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Boags Brewery
See the inner workings of a historic Tasmanian brewery on a tour of the home of James Boag’s beer, complete with tastings and a visit to a traditional-style pub.
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 East Launceston
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.
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.
Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by City Park and Launceston Aquatic Centre while in the area.
Punchbowl
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Punchbowl. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre and Silverdome are a few top sights nearby.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Places of interest
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- Launceston Aquatic Centre
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Royal Park
- City Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Boags Brewery
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Silverdome
- Brickendon Estate
- Quadrant Mall
- 1842 Gallery
- Woolmers Estate
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Evandale Market
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Marion's Vineyard
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Velo Winery
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Launceston College
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
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