Title: Visit Riverside: 2026 Riverside, Launceston Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Riverside-Launceston-Hotels.0-n6156128-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Launceston](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Launceston](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Riverside.d6156128.Car-Rental-Guide)[Riverside Vacations](https://expedia.com/Riverside.d6156128.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Riverside ## Launceston ![Only a 10 minute drive north of Launceston, the perfect way to start your morning is with a leisurely 3km return walk through the wetlands to Tamar Island. Get there early enough and you’ll have the walk all to yourself. A boardwalk extends over swamps and crosses the river to two islets and then Tamar Island,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156128/b815aa0f-1764-4c1d-9d2f-aa045e2ed9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Only a 10 minute drive north of Launceston, the perfect way to start your morning is with a leisurely 3km return walk through the wetlands to Tamar Island. Get there early enough and you’ll have the walk all to yourself. A boardwalk extends over swamps and crosses the river to two islets and then Tamar Island,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156128/b815aa0f-1764-4c1d-9d2f-aa045e2ed9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Overlooking Launceston on the Tamar River, Tasmania, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609078/ad7a5c78-982e-49a8-b825-d97e5a1c6486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Riverside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Launceston Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Launceston.dx553248635003664474) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Overlooking Launceston on the Tamar River, Tasmania, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609078/ad7a5c78-982e-49a8-b825-d97e5a1c6486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamar Island Wetlands Centre You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Tamar-Island-Wetlands-Centre-Riverside.d553248621532609078.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cataract Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125277/eb7fdd6d-925c-490f-be28-111640e3deeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cataract-Gorge-West-Launceston.d6125277.Vacation-Attraction) ![Brisbane Street Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190730/e3038775-740b-4eab-b9c9-e3c741988016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Brisbane-Street-Mall-Launceston-CBD.d6190730.Vacation-Attraction) ![Awesome rock climbing and adventure park in the heart of Launceston #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635003664474/6fda21e1-e4d6-4d89-a900-dcc43381b893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penny Royal Adventures Bring the kids 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. [](https://expedia.com/Penny-Royal-Adventures-Launceston-CBD.d6125287.Vacation-Attraction) ![City Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125279/2103c41e-f7ea-42c7-9010-8c96dfafc3bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Park Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure. [](https://expedia.com/City-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125279.Vacation-Attraction) ![Royal Park showing a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125281/488bbdf5-59ee-4d2a-96eb-3aaf5e843278.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Park After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Royal-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125281.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681101/3a23e1d6-1a03-4633-9e02-4fd3f9eb3f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am $31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-1130-am.a681101.activity-details) ![Foot powered Hobie kayaks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44940606/fe4150e9-0c5f-4ef5-85e1-278b40b7b9c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks $49 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-kayak-tour-on-launcestons-scenic-waterfront-on-foot-powered-hobie-kayaks.a44940606.activity-details) ![From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5092873/fbc8f37b-f0b0-4378-a59e-68e96a1717b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour $122 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-launceston-full-day-wineglass-bay-explorer-active-tour.a5092873.activity-details) [See all activities in Launceston](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Riverside Hotel Deals ![Nightcap at Riverside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19600/19584/33e6a65b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nightcap at Riverside Hotel 407 West Tamar Highway Riverside TAS $86 nightly $94 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Tamar ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (817 reviews) Clean and the staff are friendly Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=19584&PinnedHotelID=19584&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/ddbeeeda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS $101 nightly $112 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) Great size property for our group of 4 Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6156128) ![Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/997700/997613/d5e58d98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments 147 Paterson Street Launceston TAS $99 nightly $109 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) Friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful staff welcomed us. We were given a fabulous room - one of several extremely unique 'themed' rooms called the "Grain Loft" - it was comfortable, spacious and perfectly clean. It was also quiet. 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[](https://expedia.com/Launceston-Trevallyn.dx6360562) ![Launceston Tramway Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190724/7548f026-4c15-47fc-98a6-355b22fc3471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Invermay Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Launceston-Invermay.dx6190709) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newnham The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Newnham. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Launceston-Newnham.dx6139815) ![Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975961892/7da01669-4486-4afe-a28b-29fdd2d0bf90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Launceston CBD 4/5(58 area reviews) Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Design Centre of Tasmania and Launceston Aquatic Centre while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Launceston-Launceston-CBD.dx553248633975961892) ![Cataract Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125277/4a97a276-e4f2-4ec0-827f-3a576df99f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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