Things to Do in Northeast Tasmania

• Cataract Gorge Reserve
  A spectacular ravine 15 minutes walk from the city centre, where English trees and gardens cultivated last century mix with natural Australian bush to create a popular recreation area with playgrounds, walking trails, BBQs, kiosk, restaurant and interpretive displays. The chairlift across the gorge has the world’s longest single span – 308m long.
• Seahorse World
  One of the state’s newest aquaculture ventures for breeding seahorses and other marine creatures which features a full habitat, interpretation centre and theatrette.
• Tasmanian Wine Route
  Distinctively signed wineries in the Tamar Valley and Pipers Brook regions. There are 26 wineries in the Tamar Valley Region, including the Strathlynn Wine Centre at Rosevears, just 15km from Launceston city centre.
• Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery 
  The gallery houses fine examples of Tasmania’s natural and cultural heritage with exhibits that include colonial and modern art, Aboriginal and convict artefacts, flora and fauna, and hands-on exhibits for children.
• Historic buildings
  Launceston’s magnificent Victorian streetscapes are graced with beautifully maintained historic architecture - Macquarie House (1830), the Old Umbrella Shop (1860) and the buildings surrounding Prince’s Square with its baroque fountain.  Albert Hall houses Launceston’s unique water-powered organ.  A short drive from the city are Entally House (1819) and Franklin House (1838), both historic homes classified by the National Trust. 
• City Park
  Established in the 1920s, which has Monkey Island and the John Hart Conservatory.
• Museums
  The Royal Park Museum and Inveresk Museums. 
• Aquarius Roman Baths
  Tepidarium (warm bath), the Caldarium (hot bath) and Spa Alveus (therapeutic spa).
• Low Head
  The Maritime Museum and the Pilot Station (manned since 1805) at Low Head.
• Cruises
  Take a cruise along the Tamar River.
• The National Automobile Museum
  With more than 40 fully restored classic cars.
• Seaport Marina 
  A 60-berth world class marina originally constructed at Rushcutters Bay for the Sydney Olympics. The adjoining boardwalk provides for restaurants, cafes, boat and bike hire and more.
• Tasmanian Wood Collection 
  The Tasmanian Wood Collection located at the Design Centre of Tasmania.
• Narawntapu National Park
  Bushwalking and beachcombing in the Narawntapu National Park. Some of the animals include the Forester kangaroo, wallabies, wombats and Tasmanian devils.
• St Columba Falls
  The highest falls in the state, accessed by an easy 20-minute return walk through beautiful rainforest.
• Mount William National Park
  Proclaimed for the conservation of the Forester Kangaroo, this popular national park is noted for its flora and fauna, Eddystone Lighthouse, and views from the mountain.