Punchbowl 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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
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
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 Punchbowl
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.
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 Quadrant Mall.
Norwood
When in Norwood, you can plan a visit to Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
St Leonards
Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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- More holiday ideas
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- City Park
- Royal Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Silverdome
- Boags Brewery
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Brickendon Estate
- 1842 Gallery
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Quadrant Mall
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Evandale Market
- Woolmers Estate
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Velo Winery
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Marion's Vineyard
- Stoney Rise Vineyard
- Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre
- Launceston Aquatic Centre