Travellers Rest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
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.
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.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston.
Activities
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Survival Course & Basic Bushcraft Learning to Survive in the Wild
Our pick of the best Travellers Rest Hotel Deals
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Coach House Launceston
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Best Western Plus Launceston
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Mercure Launceston
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Travellers Rest
Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town.
Hadspen
Visitors to Hadspen enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Entally Estate is worth a stop.
Summerhill
Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Kings Meadows
Travellers like the shopping in Kings Meadows, and Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Youngtown
Travellers enjoy Youngtown for its restaurants and wineries. Consider checking out Franklin House while you're in the area.
- Cataract Gorge
- Brisbane Street Mall
- University of Tasmania Stadium
- Symmons Plains Raceway
- Country Club Tasmania
- City Park
- Josef Chromy Wines
- Royal Park
- Penny Royal Adventures
- 1842 Gallery
- Silverdome
- Boags Brewery
- Brickendon Estate
- University of Tasmania - Inveresk
- Tasmania Zoo
- Queen Victoria Museum
- Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
- Launceston Aquatic Centre
- Evandale Market
- Design Centre of Tasmania
- Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre
- Brickendon Colonial Farm Village
- Marion's Vineyard
- Indoor Sports Center