East Launceston Travel Guide
Launceston
Visit East Launceston
Popular places to 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.
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.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Top hotels in East Launceston
Windarra on High
We had a two bedroom apartment, big rooms, would be good to have a couple of lounge chairs to sit in, and a wardrobe would be nice. Everything else was very good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Kurrajong House Launceston
We found a large, elegant and comfortable room, with a gorgeous 4poster bed. It was on a very quiet street. Owners are very welcoming and hospitable. The guest’s lounge and sunroom a huge binuse
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Highbury Apartments
Excellent.
Reviewed on 1 May 2023
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Happy all round
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Large, clean, comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Great location. Spacious rooms
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Launceston
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 Quadrant Mall.
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 Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Quadrant Mall.
Launceston CBD
Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Boags Brewery and Princess Theatre while in the area.
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.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
