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.
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.
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
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
Staff were very helpfull
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
The room was very clean and the staff are very helpful
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Country Club Tasmania
Easy check in friendly staff,Clean room, Nice cleaning crew.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
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 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.
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.
