Northern Tasmania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Tasmania
Where to stay in Northern Tasmania
Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Boags Brewery and Princess Theatre while in the area.
Latrobe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and spas in Latrobe. You might want to make time for a stop at Latrobe Fine Art Gallery or House of Anvers.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
West Launceston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in West Launceston. You might want to make time for a stop at Cataract Gorge or Cataract Gorge Reserve.
Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town.
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Popular places to visit
Cradle Mountain
See the dramatic contours of this rugged peak from the shores of Dove Lake or clamber to its summit for unbeatable views of Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness.
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.
Dove Lake
Marvel at the towering spires of Cradle Mountain as you walk along a boardwalk that skirts the pristine waters of this glacially carved lake.
Edge Of the World
You can learn about the history of Arthur River with a trip to Edge Of the World. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Activities
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
- Bay of Fires
- Cradle Mountain
- Devonport Ferry Terminal
- Cataract Gorge
- Barnbougle Dunes
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Country Club Tasmania
- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
- Lake Barrington International Rowing Course
- Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Dove Lake
- Edge Of the World
- Bicheno Penguin Tours
- Ben Lomond National Park
- Royal Park
- Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Course
- Binalong Bay
- City Park
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Tarkine Forest Adventures at Dismal Swamp
- Boat Harbour Beach
- St Helens Point
- Table Cape Tulip Farm
- Boags Brewery
- Bicheno Blowhole
- Tasmania Zoo
- The Nut State Reserve
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Mersey Bluff