Head for Tamar Island Wetlands Centre for beautiful scenery and plenty of unique wildlife. Birds, fish, mammals and insects — they can be found in many wetlands.

This water-covered landscape is on the to-do lists of many visitors to Riverside. But Tamar Island Wetlands Centre isn't the area's only highlight. Cataract Gorge, Brisbane Street Mall, and City Park are some other worthwhile attractions nearby.

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Peppers Seaport Launceston

Launceston CBD

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Melbourne (MEL) to Launceston (LST)

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Location, staff and cleanliness

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Balmoral On York

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Melbourne (MEL) to Launceston (LST)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

We had a lovely overnight stay. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was very generous. The staff were very friendly. Plenty of parking and it was walking distance to shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay again.

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Melbourne (MEL) to Launceston (LST)

9/10 Wonderful! (270 reviews)

Excellent accommodation. We would not stay

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BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain

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Launceston Hollybank Tree Ropes Experience

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Cradle Mountain: Fully Guided Dove Lake Day Tour with Lunch

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Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

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