Alanvale Travel Guide
Launceston
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.
Royal Park
After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Albert Hall Convention Centre
Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.
Top hotels in Alanvale
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Loved this hotel. The staff were really helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Clean room
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Unfortunately the bedrooms were downstairs and the bathroom downstairs. Due to a medical condition I am not able to manage stairs and ended up sleeping on a very uncomfortable sofa. The unit was infested with insects, some of which were bed bugs.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Art Hotel on York
Room was clean & well kept, plenty of off street parking & the room was comfortable and a good size. My room was upgraded which was a very pleasant surprise.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Pod Inn
Excellent location. It's near everything.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Country Club Tasmania
The Terrence restaurant was excellent. Staff generally very friendly, except for the breakfast restaurant. They seemed annoyed when we asked for poached eggs, there were no cups left for tea or coffee. Again, they said 'aren't there any at your table". Impatient when we asked for help. We had the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alanvale
Newnham
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Newnham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit University of Tasmania Stadium and Boags Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
Mowbray
When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
