Youngtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
1 Hour Distillery Tour & Tasting in Turner Stillhouse
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
Private Day Trips Bay of Fire From Launceston
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 immaculate
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Coach House Launceston
Staff Matthew and Sharon are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Historic building - old mill. Great location to Cataract Gorge. And good walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Commodore Regent Launceston
Clean room only let down by appalling wifi
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Great location. Spacious rooms
Reviewed on 25 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.
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 Quadrant 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.
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 Launceston Aquatic Centre and Princess Theatre.
