Hadspen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Our pick of the best Hadspen Hotel Deals
Discovery Parks - Hadspen
Good room
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Annie's River Retreat-last minute deals, family friendly home, rural/river views
Everything supplied, great hosts. Comfortable and cosy.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Great size property for our group of 4
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful staff welcomed us. We were given a fabulous room - one of several extremely unique 'themed' rooms called the "Grain Loft" - it was comfortable, spacious and perfectly clean. It was also quiet.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Room clean and comfortable. Staff great. Would definitely return.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hadspen
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.
Carrick
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Carrick. You might want to make time for a stop at Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery or Quercus Park.
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the 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.
