West Launceston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West 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.
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
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
wulinantikala / Cradle Mountain Hiking Tour - 4 Days
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
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Other neighbourhoods around West Launceston
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.
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Royal Park
- City Park
- Tasmania Zoo
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Silverdome
- Boags Brewery
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Penny Royal Adventures
- 1842 Gallery
- Brickendon Estate
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Swinging Gate Vineyard
- Evandale Market
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Woolmers Estate
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Velo Winery
- Quadrant Mall
- Stoney Rise Vineyard
- Launceston College
- Launceston Aquatic Centre
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