Northern Tasmania
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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 are some highlights of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area while you're exploring.

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

Latrobe
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and spas in Latrobe. You might want to make time for a stop at Latrobe Fine Art Gallery or House of Anvers.

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
Restaurants and spas are some things travelers note about South Launceston. Check out Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Brisbane Street Mall while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Great location, comfortable rooms and good service.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Scamander Beach Resort
Room 27 had a great view . The room was clean & met all our needs. Was good value for money
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Nightelier Devonport Gateway Hotel
Great hotel with helpful staff. Excellent onsite restaurant
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Country Club Villas
The room was clean, but the single bedroom unit we stayed in had no views except for the fences and the rooms of the neighbouring property. The carpet is old and the faucets requires maintenance.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Launceston Central Apartment Hotel
Rooms were spacious and modern. Had issues with the TV wanting to update while watching but couldn't figure out how to dismiss that due to the remote being a generic one and not setup for the type of TV properly. Didn't realise that until reception was closed to spent a big bunch of time trying to ...
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Bay of Fires
Living up to its name, with brilliant orange lichen on boulders, this secluded spot along Tasmania’s eastern coast is worth a lingering visit.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
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