Northern Tasmania Travel 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.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Latrobe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and spas in Latrobe. You might want to make time for a stop at House of Anvers or Warrawee Conservation Area.
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.
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.
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Dated but clean
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Great grand old hotel
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Discovery Parks - Cradle Mountain
The three types of heating was a bit complicated but we got the hang of it in the end
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Cradle Highlander
Fully equipped and well appointed. Well placed near visitors centre
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Country Club Villas
Easy parking, swift check in.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Not a 5 star hotel but clean, quiet, Wi-Fi good, walking distance to shops, staff helpful. The only faults I could find was that the bed was a bit hard and the sofa wasn't very comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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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.
Ben Lomond National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ben Lomond National Park, a lovely green space in Ben Lomond. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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.
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
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
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
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- Visit Campbell Town
- Visit Cramps Bay
- Visit Interlaken
- Visit Kings Meadows
- Visit Legana
- Visit Rosevale
- Visit Mangana
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- Visit Selbourne
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- Ross Visitor Information Centre
- Evandale Market
- Conara Holidays
- Ben Lomond National Park
- Tasmanian Wool Centre
- Post Office
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- Cradle Mountain
- Devonport Ferry Terminal
- Cataract Gorge
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Ben Lomond National Park
- Brisbane Street Mall
- Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Course
- Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Bicheno Penguin Tours
- Walls of Jerusalem National Park
- St Helens Point
- Dove Lake
- Shearwater Park
- Tarkine Forest Adventures at Dismal Swamp
- Evandale Market
- Eddystone Lighthouse
