Newnham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Quadrant Mall
During your visit to Launceston, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Quadrant Mall. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Newnham
Mowbray
When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Launceston Tramway Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Legana
Wineries and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Legana. A stop by Velo Winery is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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- More holiday ideas
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Royal Park
- City Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Boags Brewery
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Silverdome
- Brickendon Estate
- Quadrant Mall
- 1842 Gallery
- Woolmers Estate
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Launceston Aquatic Centre
- 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