Waverley Travel Guide

Launceston

Popular places to visit

Brisbane Street Mall

Brisbane Street Mall

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge

5/5(18 reviews)

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.

Cataract Gorge
City Park

City Park

4/5(11 reviews)

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
Cataract Gorge

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.

Cataract Gorge Reserve
Royal Park

Royal Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Royal Park, a lovely green space in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Park
Penny Royal Adventures

Penny Royal Adventures

4/5(1 review)

Bring your family 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.

Penny Royal Adventures

Things to do

Devils at Cradle: Day Keeper Tour and Entry to Wildlife Park

Devils at Cradle: Day Keeper Tour and Entry to Wildlife Park

฿540
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Devils at Cradle: Day Keeper Tour and Entry to Wildlife Park
Cradle Mountain: After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour

Cradle Mountain: After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour

฿810
per adult
Cradle Mountain: After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour
5 Day 4 Night Guided Tasmania Tour, minimum 4 passengers

5 Day 4 Night Guided Tasmania Tour, minimum 4 passengers

฿35,219
per adult
5 Day 4 Night Guided Tasmania Tour, minimum 4 passengers
West Tamar Wine Tour

Private West Tamar Wine Tour

฿6,698
per adult
Private West Tamar Wine Tour
Tamar Odyssey near Cataract Gorge

Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge

฿3,435
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide

฿3,090
per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
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Top hotels in Waverley

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,903 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿2,903
฿3,194 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms in a beautiful historic building. Free parking is a bonus."

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,787 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
฿2,787
฿3,066 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Was a nice hotel close to town to explore Launceston by foot."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Village Family Motor Inn
Village Family Motor Inn
3 out of 5
84-100 Westbury Road, South Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,151 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,151
฿2,391 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this 3-star spa motel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (999 reviews)
"Minor maintenance needed in room. Apart from that, everything was great. Warm welcoming staff in reception."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2025

Village Family Motor Inn
Best Western Plus Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿3,432 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿3,432
฿3,775 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely big room with a fantastic view. Building is fairly tired and a bit dated. Limited parking with unclear allocation system for electric vehicles"

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2025

Best Western Plus Launceston
Coach House Launceston
Coach House Launceston
4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,454 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿2,454
฿2,711 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (899 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful with all my questions and requests. However, I had to ask for some basics which were missing from the room eg. bowl plates, glasses and cutlery."

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2025

Coach House Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
The Grand Hotel Launceston
4.5 out of 5
22 Tamar St, Launceston, TAS
The price is ฿2,449 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿2,449
฿2,738 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (591 reviews)
"We had an overnight stay. The rooms were huge. Check in was easy. There is a restaurant at the property, although we didn't dine at it this time. It is easy walking distance to the CBD, City Park and UTas Stadium. The parking onsite was convenient, and there was plenty of room."

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025

The Grand Hotel Launceston
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Other neighbourhoods around Waverley

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St Leonards

Travellers like the parks in St Leonards, and Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

St Leonards
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Newstead

While Newstead may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tassie Tiger Mini Golf and Princess Theatre.

Newstead
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Launceston CBD

4/5(18 area reviews)

Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by City Park and Design Centre of Tasmania while in the area.

Launceston CBD
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Norwood

When in Norwood, you can plan a visit to Saint Leonards Recreational Reserve and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Norwood
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East Launceston

Restaurants and gardens are notable features of East Launceston. You might consider stopping by Launceston Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

East Launceston
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Punchbowl

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Punchbowl. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre and Silverdome are a few top sights nearby.

Punchbowl

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