Norwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Albert Hall Convention Centre
Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
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
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
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Other neighbourhoods around Norwood
St Leonards
Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 Princess Theatre and Brisbane Street Mall.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the area.
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.
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Country Club Tasmania
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Royal Park
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- City Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- Boags Brewery
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Silverdome
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Queen Victoria Museum
- 1842 Gallery
- Brickendon Estate
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Launceston Tramway Museum
- Quadrant Mall
- Indoor Sports Center
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Evandale Market
- Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre
- Marion's Vineyard
- Launceston Aquatic Centre