Riverside

Launceston

Riverside
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Popular places to visit

Tamar Island Wetlands Centre

Tamar Island Wetlands Centre

You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
Brisbane Street Mall showing shopping and a sunset

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.

Brisbane Street Mall
Cataract Gorge featuring a gorge or canyon and a river or creek

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.

Cataract Gorge
City Park featuring a garden as well as a couple

City Park

Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.

City Park
Penny Royal Adventures

Penny Royal Adventures

Bring the kids 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.

Penny Royal Adventures
Cataract Gorge featuring a pool, tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Things to do

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

P6,742
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Wineglass Bay lookout

BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston 3 Day Active Adventure

P20,227
per adult
BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston 3 Day Active Adventure
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm

P1,640
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

P1,640
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Survival Course & Basic Fieldcraft Learning in Surviving the Wild

Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild

P8,674
per adult
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course

Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course

P2,515
per adult
Launceston: Hollybank Tree Ropes Course
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Top hotels in Riverside

Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
3.5 out of 5
407 West Tamar Highway, Launceston, Riverside, TAS
The price is P3,687 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P3,687
P4,055 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Tamar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (800 reviews)
"Room was great except electric blankets would be good meals were beautiful and the staff were excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P3,324 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
P3,324
P3,656 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Great accommodation. Great food .Great location"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
3.5 out of 5
147 Paterson Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P4,310 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P4,310
P4,742 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Close and convenient, cheap and easy"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Coach House Launceston
Coach House Launceston
4 out of 5
10 York Street, Launceston, TAS
Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Older hotel, room clean and comfortable. Parking onsite and many dining options within walking distance. Friendly staff. No lift if you have heavy bags, not a problem for us. Would recommend"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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Coach House Launceston
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
4 out of 5
287 Charles Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P5,119 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P5,119
P5,631 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place, Friendly staff and good service"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
Best Western Plus Launceston
4.5 out of 5
3 Earl Street, Launceston, TAS
The price is P4,356 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P4,356
P4,792 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The shower"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

Best Western Plus Launceston
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

Trevallyn which includes landscape views, a river or creek and a city

Trevallyn

Travelers like the historic sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Trevallyn
Tamar Valley featuring farmland as well as a small group of people

Invermay

Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Invermay
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Newnham

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Newnham. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery are a few top places to visit.

Newnham
Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple

Launceston CBD

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Launceston CBD
Cataract Gorge

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.

West Launceston
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Mowbray

While there might not be top attractions in Mowbray, you can explore the larger area and discover places like University of Tasmania Stadium and Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery.

Mowbray

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