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.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
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.
Activities
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse
Our pick of the best West Launceston Hotel Deals
Launceston Views Townhouse #2
Wayne is fantastic to deal with… very quick to respond and very accommodating. He will go above and behind to assist. Can recommend!
Reviewed on 31 July 2025
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!
Nice house well appointed very nice beds and pillows.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2024
Charming Renovated Home Near Cataract Gorge – Your Perfect Launceston Getaway
Clean supplied rooms, Easy contact with Host. Good setup kitchen.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Cosy home with spectacular views
Check in was very smooth with great communication from hosts. Incredible views! Warm comfortable bedding, with spacious rooms, it had everything we needed. Very close to town, with IGA (and more importantly coffee!) just a street over. Would recommend a stay here.
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Our room had a good design with bathroom adjoined by a wardrobe area with a luggage rack big enough for two suitcases. Large, comfortable bed, sitting chairs & desk. Loved the rainfall showerhead. Window view of street and church across the road. Could walk to many pubs & restaurants. Parking is ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Coach House Launceston
The staff was lovely and helpful, clean and comfortable room, steep driveway with limited parking, but well maintained, and centrally located within walking distance to many bars, pubs, restaurants, and directly opposite the aquatic center. This place, the Coach House, was a home-away-from-home and ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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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