Top Things to do in Launceston
10 Things to do in Launceston That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Launceston, Australia including Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, Cataract Gorge Reserve, James Boag Brewery Experience, The Tamar Valley, City Park, Josef Chromy Cellar Door, Harvest Launceston, Community Farmers’ Market, Tamar Island Wetlands, Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Alexandra Suspension Bridge.
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1. Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 708 reviews
Welcome to Australia’s largest regional museum The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) has enjoyed a long and proud tradition having celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2011. Today it has two key Launceston sites: the 19th century railway workshop at Inveresk which houses the natural science and history collections; and its 1891 Royal Park building on Wellington Street which was officially opened to the public as a dedicated Art Gallery last year. At Inveresk you’ll find our extensive permanent exhibitions Tasmanian onnections, Transforming the Island, hands-on science in the Phenomena Factory, Replay>> Sporting Life in Tasmania and the Heritage Trail. In addition there are a range of special exhibitions and our regular facilities including the Museum Shop, auditorium and café. As if Inveresk is not enough, there is even more at Royal Park. Make sure you visit both sites to really experience all that QVMAG has ‘On show’.
Reviewed By Archaeobuff - Sydney, Australia
The highlight of this museum was the colourful and fascinating Chinese temple - brought together by a Chinese Australian from various Tasmanian mining sites. The bird landscapes were also very good. This place is well worth a visit.
2. Cataract Gorge Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,635 reviews
Reviewed By SandraM712 - Brisbane, Australia
Great walk, very picturesque..... great views Take the Cable Car whilst there Thoroughly recommend the Cataract Gorge for anyone visiting Launceston Very easy reach of the city... Next to Penny Royal Theme park and some great restaurants such as Stillwater
3. James Boag Brewery Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 594 reviews
Reviewed By lulib66 - Wollongong, Australia
The tour was a great insight of beer making and the history of James Boag and Launceston. Our tour guide Nicole was fantastic, very informative and entertaining. This tour is definitely worth doing if you’re in Launceston.
4. The Tamar Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
The Tamar Valley, famous for it's cool climate wine, but also it's food and produce, it's natural attractions such as the Tamar Island Wetlands, Narawntapu National Park, Notley Gorge, Brady's Lookout and West Head it's many attractions - Seahorse World, Platypus House, Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Cntre, Grindelwald, Gem & Stone creations, Glengarry Bush Maze and the Rosevears Hotel & Gallery complex. Also home to more than 80 Air BnB listings it's a great base to tour to Cradle Mountain, Bridestowe Lavendar Farm, Derby Mountain Bike trails, Cataract Gorge, Barnbougle Golf Course, local markets, wildlife parks, Treetops Adventure or Launceston's range of fantastic restaurants.
Reviewed By 209allisonw - Brisbane, Australia
We explored the Tamar Valley thoroughly over our week here. Recommend seeing Legana, Exeter, Grindelwald Swiss village - is a must - Beaconsfield, Beauty Point, Greens Beach, George Town, Low Head, - magnificent views of Bass Straight - see the lighthouse, hear the fog horn,- so much to see and do. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Tamar Valley. Drop in to a few of the many wineries too!!!
5. City Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,871 reviews
Reviewed By spiz44 - Melbourne, Australia
Well how lovely it was to be in this park after spending time at the Harvest Market just down the road Superbly maintained with really interesting trees And the Monkey Enclosure was a bonus surprise Would love to spend more time here on another visit
6. Josef Chromy Cellar Door
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 270 reviews
Cellar door wine tastings available as COVID-Safe seated, pre-booked, zero-contact flights of 4 wines. Wine-by-the-glass and cheese plates available 11-4pm. Restaurant offers a la carte lunch dining 7 days 11.45am-4pm.
Reviewed By SMOAI76 - New South Wales, Australia
Possibly the most beautiful cellar door I have ever visited. Hubby and I planned to visit Josef Chromy as part of a short trip to Launcestion, never having been to this cellar door before. So glad we did as it's a delightfully presented cellar door in the most beautiful of surroundings from the flowers and fountain in the car park to the rolling hills and lake in the grounds beyond the cellar door and restaurant. We arrived just after opening and staff were really helpful, I happily browsed the souvenirs and other produce for sale whilst my husband got a good chance to sample wines that were interest to him and have a bit of a Q&A with cellar door staff. It was at this moment we discovered the DELIKAT SGR Riesling which is beautiful and highly drinkable. We took our purchases with us but it was good to know that the cellar door is happy to ship purchases too if you can't take them with you,1 doz bottles of wine probably not welcome in the overhead locker on the plane home. Had a chat about the onsite restaurant, as it was a public holiday when we visited we assumed it might be very busy, which it was but we were advised there were still tables free especially as we were early, the restaurant opens around 11.30am to11.45am- ish. So to kill some time we decided to walk the grounds, absolutely lovely you can walk around the lake, get a view of the vines lots of birdlife and frogs. Restaurant was great (see separate review). Would love to visit again next time I'm in the area.
7. Harvest Launceston, Community Farmers’ Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Every Saturday morning in the heart of the Tamar Valley, Harvest Launceston Community Farmers' Market brightens a quiet inner city car park and brings the farm gate to you. Meet the farmers, connect with locals and feast your eyes on baskets brimming with Tasmania's freshest seasonal produce, artificial hormone-free meat, organic dairy, artisan bread and pastries, bright summer berries or blushing autumn apples. Savour a locally roasted coffee and taste your way around our foodie State at this vibrant weekly event before collecting a myriad of premium produce, cool-climate wines, artisan ciders and home-made preserves for the journey home. Awarded Australia's Most Outstanding Farmers Market in the 2013 ABC Delicious Magazine Produce Awards. Harvest Launceston Community Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from 8.30am-12.30pm at 71 Cimitiere Street, Launceston (in the car park opposite Albert Hall).
Reviewed By Xa30 - Brisbane, Australia
A great market with wonderful local produce. The market is medium-sized, and you could go over all the stores in an hour or so. A nice place to get some fresh fruits and veges, and breakfast as well:)
8. Tamar Island Wetlands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
The Tamar Island Wetlands is an unique urban wetlands reserve just 10 minutes' drive from the heart of Launceston. An interpretation centre offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the value of the wetlands environment and the wildlife that live there.
Reviewed By travelbug4802 - Queensland, Australia
I stopped here thinking i could spend 30mins wandering around the wetlands and stayed over 2 hours. It such a beautiful little spot to stop. I did the walk out to Tamar island, an easy flat boardwalk all the way with a few bridges along the way for viewing the black swans, ducks, water hens and other birds. There are plenty of spots to stop along the way for a seat and a gorgeous picnic bbq area when you get out to Tamar Island. A lot of work has and continues to go into the wetlands - i would definately reccommend stopping if you have some spare time on the western side of the Tamar
9. Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By cgrayso - Brisbane, Australia
The friendly staff and in particular the lady selling tickets and interacting with kids made it so memorable. Scenery stunning but photos of dog rock and special pens were kids highlight.
10. Alexandra Suspension Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By WanderingBrisbanite - Brisbane, Australia
Worth the visit to see. You can either take the chairlift over and then walk around or take a 5 to 10 minute walk from the main entrance to Cataract Gorge. We all enjoyed walking over it.
