Newnham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Albert Hall Convention Centre
Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.
Activities
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Our pick of the best Newnham Hotel Deals
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
The hotel was ok but found we were ignored by staff at the bar as they were too busy chatting. Room was clean and good Local area was good with a drive to the national park with swimming pool.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Staff…. Room for improvement. Room …… very noisy as next to theme park . Not told about event that was on until midnight!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
Room was clean and reasonably spacious.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Bed is very hard and uncomfortable. Very hot in room, and air conditioner not up to the job. Rooms close to road are noisy due to Launceston's abundance of motoring enthusiasts with noise enhanced cars. Opened window to try and cool room but of course it is then even noisier. I asked for a room further ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Country Club Tasmania
The bed was the best I have ever slept in, great space in the room.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Art Hotel on York
Property is very clean, well run and conveniently located - very close to Cataract Gorge. A washer dryer is available for a reasonable fee. Restaurants and stores nearby. DON’T MISS: Sunday market in Evandale - a cute town only 30 minutes away by public bus (check the schedule), even shorter by car. ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newnham
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.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area 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.
Launceston CBD
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.
Ravenswood
Ravenswood might not have many top sights, but Launceston Aquatic Centre and Indoor Sports Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Newnham Travel Guide
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- Visit Blackwall
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- Brisbane Street Mall
- City Park
- Visit Dilston
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- Visit Grindelwald
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- Visit Youngtown
- Launceston Holidays
- Visit Launceston
- Visit Lilydale
- Visit Notley Hills
- Penny Royal Adventures
- Visit Prospect
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Visit Rosevale
- Visit Rosevears
- Royal Park
- Visit Swan Bay
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Tamar Valley Holidays
- Visit Tamar Valley
- Tassie Tiger Mini Golf
- Visit Turners Marsh
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- University of Tasmania Stadium
