Youngtown 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.

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.

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.

Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
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 Youngtown Hotel Deals

Youngtown Executive Apartments
Very Clean, quite and safe location with ample parking space.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Room was clean Bed soft and comfortable .perfect stay.
Reviewed on 4 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

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Great room, friendly staff, awesome location. Would definitely book again
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Just a nice clean and well presented hotel. TV cable channels didn't work, but not a big deal.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Commodore Regent Launceston
good location
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Youngtown

Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Norwood
When in Norwood, you can plan a visit to Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

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.

St Leonards
Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
