The natural beauty of Northern Tasmania is simply wonderful. Steeped in history, these heritage estates and vibrant forests are home to a multitude of species.
There’s no way you can experience the cities without being left breathless; they are absolutely stunning, filled with world-class wineries and tranquil winding waterways – a beautiful combination of nature, history, culture, and cuisine. If you’re looking for an adrenaline-boosting experience, you’re in luck. Located on Launceston’s outskirts, you’ll find a forest full of epic mountain bike trails beneath the towering trees. With world-class wineries, thrilling zip-lining experiences, and awe-striking views from the Gorge, Launceston certainly has no shortage of amazing attractions.
Make the most of your visit to this Tasmanian beauty by exploring the list of worthwhile attractions in the list below.
The 48 Most Popular Things To Do In Launceston, Australia
48. Launceston Historic Walks
5.0 (1 review)
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Location: St John St & Cimitiere St Launceston TAS
Web Address: https://inspireme.cyaontheroad.com/post/645790594209300480/launceston-a-walk-along-historic-cameron-street
47. Greenoaks Gallery
4.3 (6 reviews)
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Location: 2 Street Georges Square Launceston TAS
Tel: 411-140-122
Web Address: http://greenoaksgallery.com.au/
46. City of Launceston Town Hall
3.5 (6 reviews)
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Location: 18 28 Street John Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3000
Web Address: http://launceston.tas.gov.au/lcc/
45. First Basin
4.2 (9 reviews)
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44. Zig Zag Trail Lookout
4.6 (10 reviews)
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Location: West Launceston TAS
Web Address: https://hikespeak.com/trails/cataract-gorge-launceston-au/
43. The Tamar Valley Rose Shop
5.0 (11 reviews)
Location: 48 Street John Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6331-5723
Web Address: http://thetamarvalleyroseshop.com.au/
42. Tamar Island
4.7 (12 reviews)
41. Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours
5.0 (13 reviews)
Location: 1 Mowbray Street Invermay TAS
Tel: 438-268-411
Web Address: http://twctours.com.au/
40. Youngtown Regional Park
4.0 (13 reviews)
Location: 157 Poplar Parade Youngtown TAS
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Youngtown-Regional-Park
39. Eagles Eyrie Lookout
4.1 (13 reviews)
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Location: Cataract Gorge Reserve West Launceston TAS
38. John Hart Conservatory
4.8 (17 reviews)
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Location: 45 51 Tamar Street Launceston TAS
37. Hoo Hoo Hut, Trevallyn Nature Reserve
4.4 (24 reviews)
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Location: Duck Reach Road Trevallyn TAS
36. Alexandra Suspension Bridge
4.8 (25 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
35. Launceston Cenotaph
4.6 (26 reviews)
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Location: Bathurst Street Launceston TAS
34. Trevallyn State Recreation Area
4.4 (26 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
Tel: 3-6777-2179
Web Address: http://parks.tas.gov.au/index.aspx
33. Punchbowl Falls
4.5 (28 reviews)
Location: Punchbowl Road Punchbowl TAS
32. Deadmans Hollow Lookout
4.5 (49 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
31. National Trust Old Umbrella Shop
4.0 (54 reviews)
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Location: 60 George Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6331-9248
Web Address: https://nationaltrust.org.au/places/old-umbrella-shop/
30. Freelands Lookout
3.9 (55 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
29. Trevallyn Reserve
4.5 (70 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Trevallyn-Reserve
28. Launceston Tramway Museum
4.4 (77 reviews)
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Location: 2 Invermay Road Invermay TAS
Tel: 3-6334-8334
Web Address: https://launcestontramwaymuseum.org.au/
27. Design Tasmania
4.5 (91 reviews)
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Location: Corner of Brisbane and Tamar Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6331-5506
Web Address: http://designtasmania.com.au/
26. Kate Reed State Recreation Area
4.4 (94 reviews)
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Location: 55 Oakden Rd. Prospect TAS
25. Kids Paradise
4.4 (111 reviews)
Location: 1 Waterfront Dr Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6327-4538
Web Address: http://kidsparadise.net.au/
24. Trevallyn Dam
4.4 (122 reviews)
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Location: Reatta Road Trevallyn TAS
23. Franklin House
4.6 (139 reviews)
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Location: 413 419 Hobart Road Youngtown TAS
Tel: 3-6344-7824
Web Address: https://nationaltrust.org.au/places/franklin-house/
22. Zig Zag Reserve
4.6 (143 reviews)
Location: 274 Brisbane Street W West Launceston TAS
21. Punchbowl Reserve
4.6 (284 reviews)
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Location: 102 134 Punchbowl Road Punchbowl TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3000
Web Address: http://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Punchbowl-Reserve
20. Queen Victoria Art Gallery
4.5 (302 reviews)
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Location: 2 Wellington Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3777
Web Address: http://qvmag.tas.gov.au/
19. Tailrace Park
4.4 (330 reviews)
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Location: Trevallyn TAS
Tel: 3-6327-4538
Web Address: http://tailracecentre.com.au/
18. Launceston Entertainment Complex
4.3 (354 reviews)
Location: 23 Racecourse Cres Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6312-5550
Web Address: http://launcestonentertainment.com.au/
17. Launceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre
4.4 (391 reviews)
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Location: 18A High Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3636
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/lac/Home
16. Prince’s Square
4.4 (414 reviews)
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Location: Elizabeth Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3000
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Princes-Square
15. Heritage Forest
4.5 (479 reviews)
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Location: Invermay TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3000
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Heritage-Forest
14. Riverbend Park
4.7 (584 reviews)
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Location: 81 Lindsay Street Invermay TAS
Web Address: https://launceston.tas.gov.au/Parks-and-Gardens/Riverbend-Park
13. National Automobile Museum of Tasmania
4.6 (678 reviews)
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Location: 84 Lindsay Street Invermay TAS
Tel: 3-6334-8888
Web Address: http://namt.com.au/
12. Harvest Market
4.6 (719 reviews)
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Location: 71 Cimitiere Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 417-352-780
Web Address: http://harvestmarket.org.au/
11. Gorge Scenic Chairlift
4.6 (1,042 reviews)
Location: Cataract Gorge Reserve 69 Basin Road Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6331-5915
Web Address: https://gorgescenicchairlift.com.au/
10. Penny Royal Adventures
4.3 (1,116 reviews)
Location: 1 Bridge Road Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6332-1000
Web Address: http://pennyroyallaunceston.com.au/adventures
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9. wukalina Walk
5.0 (3 reviews)
Location: palawa Country 163 Street John Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 447-244-727
Web Address: https://wukalinawalk.com.au/
8. Tamar Valley
5.0 (4 reviews)
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7. James Boag Brewery, Launceston
4.6 (260 reviews)
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Location: 39 William Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6332-6300
Web Address: http://jamesboag.com.au/
6. Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
4.5 (622 reviews)
Location: W Tamar Hwy Riverside TAS
Tel: 3-6327-3964
Web Address: https://parks.tas.gov.au/explore-our-parks/tamar-island-wetlands-centre
5. Tasmania Zoo
4.3 (924 reviews)
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Location: 1166 Ecclestone Road Riverside TAS
Tel: 3-6396-6100
Web Address: http://tasmaniazoo.com.au/
4. Queen Victoria Museum Inveresk
4.6 (965 reviews)
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Location: 2 Invermay Road Invermay TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3777
Web Address: http://qvmag.tas.gov.au/
3. Country Club Tasmania
4.1 (1,673 reviews)
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Location: Country Club Ave Prospect Vale TAS
Tel: 3-6335-5777
2. City Park
4.6 (2,590 reviews)
Location: 45 55 Tamar Street Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3000
Web Address: http://launceston.tas.gov.au/
1. Cataract Gorge Reserve
4.7 (5,081 reviews)
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Location: 74 90 Basin Road West Launceston TAS
Tel: 3-6323-3085
Web Address: http://launcestoncataractgorge.com.au/index.html
Final Words:
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