West Launceston Travel 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.
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
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.
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
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
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
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
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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 City Park.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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- More holiday ideas
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- Josef Chromy Wines
- City Park
- Royal Park
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Tasmania Zoo
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Silverdome
- Brickendon Estate
- Boags Brewery
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Quadrant Mall
- 1842 Gallery
- Marion's Vineyard
- Evandale Market
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Swinging Gate Vineyard
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Launceston Tramway Museum
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Christ Church Longford