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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
Queen Victoria Museum
Wander through a preserved railway workshop, play with hands-on science exhibits and travel through the cosmos at this modern museum.
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.
Activities
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Our pick of the best Newnham Hotel Deals
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
"Fantastic location in Launceston. Short walk to restaurants, shops and supermarkets. Friendly and welcoming staff Breakfast and Dinner menu Comfortable room Cheap secure parking Stayed again one night later. Will return"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
"Lovely antique charm without being dingy! Room was well appointed with comfortable beds, a nice shower with great water pressure, and plenty of space to have a cuppa and stretch out. Check in and out was a breeze and staff were open to personalising the experience. Fantastic central location, pack ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
"Room was aged but ok. Nothing to complain about"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
"Clean place and friendly and helpful staff. Very límites parking spots. We were Lucky"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Peppers Silo Launceston
"Great rooms. Very clean and comfortable. The restaurants and seating areas are fantastic. Coffee was great."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Pod Inn
"Clean, spacious private room and comfortable bed. Good value."
Reviewed on 30 May 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 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.
Rocherlea
If you're spending some time in Rocherlea, Bouchers Creek Conservation Area and Prossers Regional Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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- Albert Hall Convention Centre
- Visit Blackwall
- Boags Brewery
- Brisbane Street Mall
- City Park
- Visit Dilston
- Visit Gravelly Beach
- Visit Grindelwald
- Visit Blackstone Heights
- Visit Carrick
- Visit Hadspen
- Visit Invermay
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- Visit Youngtown
- Launceston Holidays
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- 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
