Riverside
Launceston
Popular places to visit
Tamar Island Wetlands Centre
You can take time to visit Tamar Island Wetlands Centre during your travels to Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
Top hotels in Riverside
Nightcap at Riverside Hotel
Woderful stay , staff were all lovely . Not the fanciest place we could find but it had everything we needed for the short time we were there . No complaints
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Friendly and helpful staff. Good sized roo.. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
Clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Coach House Launceston
No issues with after hours check-in and the staff was super friendly when I called to request the late check-in. Very clean room, Nespresso coffee machine with complimentary pods, tea, instant coffee, and everything you really need for short stay. Off-site parking available as well.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Commodore Regent Launceston
Spacious room
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston
Great hotel, service and room but no blockout blinds and phone didn't work
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside
Trevallyn
Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Invermay
Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
Mowbray
When in Mowbray, you can plan a visit to University of Tasmania Stadium and Launceston Tramway Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
