Northern Tasmania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Tasmania
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.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Room was clean and spacious the property itself is outdated and if you are not staying on the ground floors there is no lift so you have to lug your suitcases upstairs, the on site food outlets were shut. It’s in a good central position
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
When we checked in our room had a strange odour. It was only when I discovered several small ants around the room that I realized the odour was an insecticide. On our last morning there were more than 100 ants on the bathroom floor which took quite a while to kill them all. At check out we rec’d ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Discovery Parks - Cradle Mountain
We had a modern deluxe 2 bed cabin which was very comfortable and quiet. Excellent location as very near to the visitor centre. There is a small shop at reception for some groceries, drinks etc which is very handy. I found the check in/out staff not overly friendly or welcoming, not sure why.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Country Club Villas
Change Overnight
Excellent accommodation. We would not stay
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
One North Terrace
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.
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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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
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- Visit Campbell Town
- Visit Cramps Bay
- Visit Interlaken
- Visit Kings Meadows
- Visit Legana
- Visit Rosevale
- Visit Mangana
- Visit Alanvale
- Visit Bridgenorth
- Visit Conara
- Visit Longford
- Visit Rossarden
- Visit West Launceston
- Visit Selbourne
- Visit Tamar Valley
- Visit Evandale
- 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
- Brisbane Street Mall
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Bicheno Penguin Tours
- Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
- Barnbougle Lost Farm Golf Course
- Ben Lomond National Park
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Boags Brewery
- Coles Beach
- Mersey Bluff
- Tarkine Forest Adventures at Dismal Swamp
- The Nut State Reserve
- Dove Lake
- Walls of Jerusalem National Park
- Shearwater Park
- St Helens Point
