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Cataract Gorge Reserve
Cataract Gorge Reserve is a natural gorge adjacent to the city center of Launceston. The South Esk River flows through the valley, and steep cliffs enclose a pool of emerald water, preserving a rare touch of wilderness on the edge of the city. From Kings Bridge, follow the cliffside trail along the north bank into the gorge, and you will soon reach the open First Basin. Here, you will find an outdoor swimming pool and large lawns by the water, making it a popular spot for locals and tourists to swim and picnic. The Alexandra Suspension Bridge, which spans the basin, was built in 1904 and, along with the suspended chairlift, is an iconic feature of the gorge. Taking the chairlift allows you to overlook the entire pool and the surrounding cliffs from above. On the cliff top on the opposite bank lies a Victorian-style garden, where ferns and exotic plants are layered, and free-roaming blue peacocks stroll leisurely across the lawns. Around dusk, you may even encounter wildlife such as wallabies. Continue along the trail deeper into the gorge to reach the Second Basin and the old Duck Reach Power Station. This hydroelectric plant, built in the late 19th century, once lit the streetlights of Launceston and has now been converted into a venue showcasing the history of early hydroelectric power, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors interested in industrial heritage.West Launceston · 904m from downtown
Grindelwald
Grindelwald, a Swiss village, is a community town in the northern suburbs of Launceston, the second largest city in Tasmania, Australia, about 15 kilometers away from downtown Launceston. Grindelwald's name comes from the city of the same name in central Switzerland. It was built in 1980. It was inspired by the Alpine-style architecture of Switzerland that he and his wife Miep Voss fell in love with when they visited Switzerland, and thus developed this small village in Grindelwald on the northern outskirts of Launceston. Grindelwald covers an area of 400 hectares, including hundreds of houses and a restaurant and bar, as well as golf courses, tennis courts and hotel accommodation, and a Swiss-style chalet with a history of more than 50 years. Today, as a "tourist town" in Launceston, Grindelwald attracts many tourists every year. It is very pleasant to take a walk by the lake and have a cup of coffee on the roadside.Grindelwald · 12.4 km from Launceston
Ben Lomond Snow Sports
The unique mountain environment of the Ben Lomond Plateau has become a popular winter outdoor destination in northern Tasmania. The area features multiple ski runs catering to snow sports enthusiasts of all levels, with gentle slopes for visitors new to skiing and snowboarding, intermediate slopes for those with basic skills, and more challenging routes for advanced riders. The park is equipped with multiple lifts and tows, making it easy for visitors to access the start of the runs. Beyond skiing, this is a great spot for family trips, with sledding and leisure snow activities that are popular family-friendly options. Visitors can build snowmen in the open snow or take a stroll to enjoy the highland snow scenery. Compared to many well-known local ski resorts, Ben Lomond is less crowded, allowing you to enjoy a variety of snow activities at a leisurely pace in the pristine Tasmanian wilderness and experience the unique winter scenery of the island's highlands.Ben Lomond · 3.6 km from downtown
City Park
Launceston City Park is elegant and tree-lined, located in the northeast of the city center. In 1965, Ikeda City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan established diplomatic relations with Launceston. As a gift, a macaque monkey hall was built in the courtyard. Next to the park is the Victorian Albert Hall, and next to the hall near the entrance to the park is the CityParkRadio. On the other side of the park entrance is the Tasmanian Design Centre (Tasmanian Design Centre), which features exhibitions of some local designers and is worth visiting, and the city park is also where the annual food festival is held.Launceston · 2.7 km from downtown
Tasmania Zoo
Tasmania Zoo is located 18 kilometers west of Launceston. Don't worry too much about the zoo keeping chickens, sheep, cattle, dogs and other livestock. After all, there are also Tasmanian devils (tasmanian devils), penguins, and many birds. In addition, the zoo has barbecue facilities, a children's playground with swings and other rides, a gift shop, and a café.Rosevale · 11.3 km from Launceston
Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk
The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery is divided into two parts, one in Inveresk, on the north bank of the Tamar River, is the part of the museum, which mainly exhibits taxidermy, dinosaur fossils, and the Australian Railway Transport and Transportation Museum, and the Planetarium . The other is RoyalPark, which is part of the art gallery. It exhibits colonial oil paintings, paintings by local artists and modern art works. There is also an exhibition hall of the Guandi Temple in the museum.Invermay · 1.1 km from downtown
Gorge Scenic Chairlift
The scenery here is beautiful. Ride the cable car across the valley to overlook mountains, lakes, basins, forests, and more, with expansive views.West Launceston · 823m from downtown
Penny Royal Adventures
Launceston · 2.1 km from downtown
Treetops Adventure Hollybank
Treetops Adventure Hollybank is located in Underwood, Tasmania, Australia, approx. 20 minutes from Launceston. It is an outdoor adventure center and a large-scale park. The park offers four major experiences: the treetop ropes course features 7 routes and 78 obstacles, reaching up to 18 m; the zipline tour lasts approx. 2.5 hours, allowing you to soar over the Pipers River, with the highest point 50 m above the ground, including 7 zipline segments spanning 400 m; additionally, there are guided off-road balance bike tours and mountain bike rentals.Underwood · 1.1 km from downtown
National Automobile Museum of Tasmania
The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania (NationalAutomobileMuseumofTasmania) is located in Launceston and provides Australia's important car collection. Featuring an impressive collection of traditional and contemporary cars spanning a hundred years of style and technical achievement, this is a must-see for anyone who values history, design and engineering.Launceston · 1.5 km from downtown
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Ayan FarmMarch 4, 2026
5.0
Cataract Gorge Reserve is a breathtaking natural escape just minutes from the heart of the city. Dramatic cliffs frame the South Esk River, creating stunning views from every angle. The walking trails range from easy riverside paths to scenic climbs that reward you with panoramic lookouts. The historic suspension bridge adds charm and offers incredible photo opportunities. Visitors can relax in the landscaped gardens, spot peacocks roaming freely, or even take a ride on the world’s longest single-span chairlift. Peaceful yet adventurous, this reserve perfectly blends wild beauty with family-friendly attractions—an unforgettable highlight of Launceston.
Cataract Gorge Reserve
TRAVEL DEVILNovember 21, 2023
5.0
Stunning village to stay when visiting the famous Swiss Alpine Area! Can’t wait to go back!
Grindelwald
juki235November 24, 2019
5.0
Launceston City Park is more like a small European village, with beautiful European buildings, large lawns and lakes. Flowers bloom all year round, and many water birds inhabit the lake, creating a classic European aristocratic garden. Launceston is also a beautiful garden city with a very good environment, and it is worth visiting.
City Park
穿白衬衣的薄荷星May 11, 2023
5.0
Tasmania, the heart-shaped island on the other side of Antarctica. This place name may be unfamiliar to some friends, don't worry, let me tell you slowly.
📍Tasmania is a small island in the southernmost part of Australia and the largest island state in Australia. Because it looks like a heart when viewed from a satellite, it is also called a heart-shaped island by many people. It is a very romantic travel destination.
📍Not only has a romantic shape, but there are also many equally romantic travel projects on Tasmania, such as large lavender manors, naturally formed wineglass bays, and rare small blue lakes.
📍Here you can see one after another unique landscape of Tasmania, and you can also meet some common products on the main island of Australia, such as a large number of wineries, such as kangaroos and tree slugs everywhere. If you choose this as your first destination in Australia, you don't have to worry about Tasmania not being Australian enough~
📍Some people may worry whether the recent bushfires in Australia will affect Tasmania. According to the latest developments, Tasmania has not been affected at all, so you can go there with confidence.
Tasmania Zoo
PIRIYA_TONGApril 9, 2023
5.0
It is a place that creates a very good experience to sit like a gondola that can hang your legs down. If you sit, it is 15 dollars per person per trip, but if you sit back and forth, it will be 20 dollars per person. The view on both sides is very good, beautiful whether it is the lawn, the waterfall, down the mountain. Most importantly, there are many cute walabies on top.
Gorge Scenic Chairlift
118***58October 1, 2022
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The environment of this place is very good. I will come here next time.
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