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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Boags Brewery
See the inner workings of a historic Tasmanian brewery on a tour of the home of James Boag’s beer, complete with tastings and a visit to a traditional-style pub.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Top hotels in Legana
Launceston Holiday Park Legana
Staff friendly, room clean, great quiet location, have stayed here several times.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Outdoor Spa and Sauna with Spectacular Views
Welcoming, cosy, and extremely well maintained studio with access to a beautiful spa, sauna and fire pit for the ultimate getaway. Close enough to the city for easy access but far enough away to provide a lovely sanctuary. It exceeded our expectations. We want to come back!
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Very clean and spacious rooms. Friendly professional staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Coach House Launceston
Great value for money - clean room, close to Launceston CBD.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Everyone from reception to workers were patience, understanding, and very helpful - the room was very clean and well equiped with towels, soaps , personal and utensils - thank you very much Leisure Inn Penny Royal for an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Great hotel with an excellent restaurant
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Legana
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 Tamar Island Wetlands Centre and University of Tasmania Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
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.
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.
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.
