West Launceston
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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.
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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
Penny Royal Adventures
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.
Royal Park
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.
Boags Brewery
See the inner workings of a historic Tasmanian brewery on a tour of the home of James Boag’s beer, complete with tastings and a visit to a traditional-style pub.
Things to do
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Tour
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Top hotels in West Launceston
![Coach House Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11080/3f5e6ffd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024
![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/ddbeeeda_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024
![Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/997700/997613/c39b6858_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
![Best Western Plus Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519155/69472572_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Village Family Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395300/4395249/dbd17442_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024
![The Grand Hotel Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48690000/48681200/48681153/11fa4eac_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around West Launceston
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South Launceston
If you're spending time in South Launceston, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Brisbane Street Mall or Princess Theatre.
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Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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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.
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Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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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 Princess Theatre and City Park.
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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.