West Launceston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cataract Gorge

Popular places to visit

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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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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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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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Penny Royal Adventures

4/5(160 reviews)

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.

Penny Royal Adventures
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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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Cataract Gorge Cruise 2:30 pm

NZ$43
Per adult
Cataract Gorge Cruise 2:30 pm
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Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

NZ$43
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
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Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course

NZ$70
Per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course
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Our pick of the best West Launceston Hotel Deals

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$128 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$128
per night
11 Jun - 12 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Checkin was easy and the front counter staff very helpful. We stayed on 2 separate nights at the start and end of our trip, and were able to stay in both the apartments up the road and the main apartments. The apartments up the road were clean and simple, yet met all our needs. The main apartments ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.
Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.
West Launceston
Stay at this vacation home in Launceston. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Penny Royal Adventures are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
very tidy great area, would stay again
"my only small criticism was we stayed 6 nights but only had 6 or 8 coffee pods for 2 of us for this time and 4 toilet rolls, but its minor just maybe when people are staying for this amount of time add a little extra 🙂"

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2024

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Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.
Launceston View Townhouse #1
Launceston View Townhouse #1
West Launceston
Stay at this vacation home in Launceston. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Penny Royal Adventures ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
A lovely place to stay
"We really enjoyed our stay here. Our host Wayne was attentive, and provided everything needed, and more. It was a luxurious venue, and the view from the living area topped it off."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

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Launceston View Townhouse #1
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!
Launceston
Stay at this vacation home in Launceston. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Penny Royal Adventures and Queen Victoria Museum are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Nice house well appointed very nice beds and pillows."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2024

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Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!
Launceston Views Townhouse #2
Launceston Views Townhouse #2
West Launceston
Stay at this vacation home in Launceston. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Penny Royal Adventures ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Great apartment walking distance to Cataract Gorge
"Great apartment for the family, with beautiful views over Launceston. It has everything you need for your home away from home. Walking distance to the beautiful Cataract Gorge and easy drive into town."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

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Launceston Views Townhouse #2
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is NZ$142 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$142
per night
20 May - 21 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and a great location"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
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Other neighbourhoods around West Launceston

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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.

South Launceston
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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.

East Launceston
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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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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.

Newstead
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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.

Punchbowl
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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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