Title: Visit Newnham: Best of Newnham, Launceston Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Newnham](https://expedia.ca/Newnham-Launceston-Hotels.0-n6139815-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Things to do in Launceston](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Newnham Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Newnham.d6139815.Car-Rental-Guide)[Newnham Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Newnham.d6139815.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Newnham ## Launceston ## Visit Newnham Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Launceston travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Launceston.dx553248635003664474) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cataract Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125277/eb7fdd6d-925c-490f-be28-111640e3deeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cataract-Gorge-West-Launceston.d6125277.Vacation-Attraction) ![Brisbane Street Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190730/e3038775-740b-4eab-b9c9-e3c741988016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane-Street-Mall-Launceston-CBD.d6190730.Vacation-Attraction) ![Awesome rock climbing and adventure park in the heart of Launceston #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635003664474/6fda21e1-e4d6-4d89-a900-dcc43381b893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penny Royal Adventures Bring the kids 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Penny-Royal-Adventures-Launceston-CBD.d6125287.Vacation-Attraction) ![City Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125279/2103c41e-f7ea-42c7-9010-8c96dfafc3bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Park Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure. [](https://expedia.ca/City-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125279.Vacation-Attraction) ![Royal Park showing a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125281/488bbdf5-59ee-4d2a-96eb-3aaf5e843278.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Park After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125281.Vacation-Attraction) ![Photo taken in 2004 in Tasmania. Launceston Cataract Gorge is a natural gorge formed by the South Esk River and is part of Launceston Tasmania.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635003664474/5af73fb0-9d10-45d6-b918-5751aa2b3f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston. [](https://expedia.ca/Cataract-Gorge-Reserve-Launceston.d624513245612552192.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681101/3a23e1d6-1a03-4633-9e02-4fd3f9eb3f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am CA $42 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-1130-am.a681101.activity-details) ![Foot powered Hobie kayaks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44940606/fe4150e9-0c5f-4ef5-85e1-278b40b7b9c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks CA $65 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-kayak-tour-on-launcestons-scenic-waterfront-on-foot-powered-hobie-kayaks.a44940606.activity-details) ![From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5092873/fbc8f37b-f0b0-4378-a59e-68e96a1717b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour CA $162 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-launceston-full-day-wineglass-bay-explorer-active-tour.a5092873.activity-details) [See all activities in Launceston](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Newnham Hotel Deals ![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/ddbeeeda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $159 CA $175 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Very clean, great staff spacious room and very convenient location. Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) ![Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/997700/997613/d5e58d98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments 147 Paterson Street Launceston TAS CA $134 CA $147 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) The staff were fabulous, the room was great and very quiet.The location was perfect for our stay also.Highly recommended. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=997613&PinnedHotelID=997613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) ![Village Family Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395300/4395249/d97c4a3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Family Motor Inn 84-100 Westbury Road South Launceston TAS CA $88 CA $97 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa motel in Launceston. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 6.4/10 (999 reviews) Value of money Friendly staff Amazing facility for the prices Clean accommodation Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=4395249&PinnedHotelID=4395249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) ![Commodore Regent Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519153/e3fa424f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Commodore Regent Launceston 13 Brisbane Street Launceston TAS CA $131 CA $145 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews) Loved the room size and layout. Fabulous glass wall. Great shower. Really friendly reception. Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=519153&PinnedHotelID=519153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) ![Country Club Tasmania](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519154/2c32dc4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Club Tasmania Country Club Avenue Prospect Vale TAS CA $129 CA $142 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Quality of furnishings and linen, cleanliness and great amenities are exceptional Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=519154&PinnedHotelID=519154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) ![Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3790000/3789500/3789462/aaadad3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston 287 Charles Street Launceston TAS CA $146 CA $160 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Great large room, comfortable bed and good breakfast. Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=3789462&PinnedHotelID=3789462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6139815) [See all 380 properties in Newnham](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6139815) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Launceston-Mowbray.dx6339437) ![Only a 10 minute drive north of Launceston, the perfect way to start your morning is with a leisurely 3km return walk through the wetlands to Tamar Island. Get there early enough and you’ll have the walk all to yourself. A boardwalk extends over swamps and crosses the river to two islets and then Tamar Island,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156128/b815aa0f-1764-4c1d-9d2f-aa045e2ed9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverside Restaurants, shopping, and river views are some highlights of Riverside. Make a stop by Tasmania Zoo or Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Launceston-Riverside.dx6156128) ![Launceston Tramway Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190724/7548f026-4c15-47fc-98a6-355b22fc3471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Invermay Travelers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Launceston-Invermay.dx6190709) ![Trevallyn which includes landscape views, a river or creek and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360562/f2c255e3-cd3d-4425-9cb5-85efa149ca00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trevallyn Travelers like the historic sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Launceston-Trevallyn.dx6360562) ![Launceston CBD showing heritage elements as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975961892/7da01669-4486-4afe-a28b-29fdd2d0bf90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Launceston CBD 4.5/5(19 area reviews) Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Design Centre of Tasmania and Boags Brewery while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Launceston-Launceston-CBD.dx553248633975961892) ![Still day in the Tamar Valley - it was late afternoon when I got this shot ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6133286/fea80896-ddeb-432b-a506-825923aa1daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Legana Wineries and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Legana. A stop by Velo Winery is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. 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