Riverside Travel Guide

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Tamar Island Wetlands Centre

4.5/5(52 reviews)

You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
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Brisbane Street Mall

4/5(517 reviews)

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
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Cataract Gorge

4.5/5(605 reviews)

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.

Cataract Gorge
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City Park

4.5/5(598 reviews)

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
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Albert Hall Convention Centre

4/5(12 reviews)

Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.

Albert Hall Convention Centre
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Royal Park

4.5/5(257 reviews)

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.

Royal Park

Activities

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From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Tour

NZ$166
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Tour
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1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse

NZ$27
Per adult
1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse
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Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am

NZ$43
Per adult
Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am
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Our pick of the best Riverside Hotel Deals

Village Family Motor Inn
Village Family Motor Inn
3 out of 5
84-100 Westbury Road, South Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$119 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
NZ$119
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was fine do need new carpet. Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Village Family Motor Inn
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
3.5 out of 5
407 West Tamar Highway, Launceston, Riverside, TAS
The price is NZ$144 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$144
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (771 reviews)
"Insufficient parking for hotel guests due to a packed dinning area. We had to park our car a distance away from our room and move it next morning to pack car on checkout. Check service was not particularly friendly, however bar staff were great."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$143 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$143
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Good “old fashioned”service
"Service was amazing at this Hotel. Thing was a problem for staff to accommodate. Meals were great and it had the bonus of all day dining so there was never a rush to fit in between hours. This hotel is very central to town with many great eating venues just a stroll away. We didn’t have a car so ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$127 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
NZ$127
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent, staff great."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Best Western Plus Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$143 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$143
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Best Western Plus Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
4.5 out of 5
22 Tamar St, Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$156 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$156
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (491 reviews)
"Room is very clean The only thing is no lift"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

The Grand Hotel Launceston
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

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Trevallyn

Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Trevallyn
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Invermay

Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Invermay
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Newnham

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Newnham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, a few notable attractions nearby.

Newnham
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Launceston CBD

4.5/5(1,746 area reviews)

Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by City Park and Boags Brewery while in the area.

Launceston CBD
Cataract Gorge

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.

West Launceston
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Mowbray

When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mowbray

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