Newstead Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Newstead
Activities

Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am

Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks

Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
Our pick of the best Newstead Hotel Deals

Welcome to Birch BnB
"Nice place, very clean."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
"The staff were friendly and attentive. The room was tidy and a nice size. Just one thing it needed was a usb port to charge my phone, apart from that was great!"
Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
"The room we had booked for three nights had a terrible bed, one side firm and the other was so soft and uncomfortable. The TV was not working, the excuse given was that they had just installed new TV'S and for some reason ours was the only room that wasn't connected properly. The solution wait until ..."
Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments

Peppers Silo Launceston
"It was a bit weird to have reception on the First Floor. I wandered around a while trying to find reception"
Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Village Family Motor Inn
Our guide on where to stay in Newstead

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.

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

South Launceston
If you're spending time in South Launceston, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Brisbane Street Mall or Princess Theatre.

Riverside
Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Tamar Island Wetlands Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.













