Rocherlea Travel Guide
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 Rocherlea
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
Coach House Launceston
The staff were very helpful from the booking too picking up forgotten medication after vacating. Thank you.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Commodore Regent Launceston
The room was spotless, recently renovated. Staff are very kind. Great location!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Art Hotel on York
Just beautiful. The location is slightly outside the CBD so it's lovely and quiet but very walkable. And hoo-boy, it's SO pretty! Absolutely loved staying here and it will be our Launie hotel forever now
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rocherlea
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.
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 Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
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 Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
