Northern Tasmania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Tasmania

Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Launceston Aquatic Centre and Boags Brewery while in the area.

Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

West Launceston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in West Launceston. You might want to make time for a stop at Cataract Gorge or Cataract Gorge Reserve.

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.

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.

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Coach House Launceston
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Country Club Villas
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Cradle Highlander
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
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Popular places to visit

Cradle Mountain
See the dramatic contours of this rugged peak from the shores of Dove Lake or clamber to its summit for unbeatable views of Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness.

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.

Dove Lake
Marvel at the towering spires of Cradle Mountain as you walk along a boardwalk that skirts the pristine waters of this glacially carved lake.

City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

Bicheno Blowhole
Get sprayed by salty water from up close or witness the power of nature from a safe distance at this powerful natural water feature in a dramatic coastal setting.
Activities

BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston 3 Day Active Adventure

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild

From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour

Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
- Devonport Ferry Terminal
- Cradle Mountain
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
- Ben Lomond National Park
- Bicheno Penguin Tours
- Dove Lake
- Tarkine Forest Adventures at Dismal Swamp
- Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Course
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Walls of Jerusalem National Park
- Table Cape Tulip Farm
- St Helens Point
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Narawntapu National Park