 Attractions
The Edge-IMAX Theatre:
This wide sceen 3D movie theatre is located in Katoomba, and provides you with the vibrant activities and breath taking views of the Blue Mountains without having to leave your seat. Both educational and fun this screening shows without a doubt the reason why the Blue Mountains is one of the most popular destinations in the world.
Screening every 50 minutes from 1000 - 7 days a week.
Zigzag Railway:
Was used until 1910 as the means of transport through the Blue Mountains. At present it is used as a scenic railway that runs on weekends and school holidays and is a great way to have fun and enjoy the views at the same time, the zig zag railway is very popular with tourists, especially the kids. Located 10km east of Lithgow.
Jenolan Caves:
A collection of 300 magnificant limestone caves located south east of Lithgow. Nine caves are open to the public and the caves feature breathtaking limestone stalagmites and stalactites and present a magical outlook on historical nature.
Megalong Valley:
One of the few places where you can see what the gorges of the Blue Mountains look like from your own two feet, with many magical Rainforest walks, and strolls through orchards and old timber homesteads.
However if you would prefer to sit back and enjoy the breath taking views, take a stroll on four legs, enjoy the fun and popularity of horse riding through this unique valley. If using no legs at all is your style, take off and take in the spectacular country side by helicopter, either way be guided through this beautiful part of the Blue Mountains.
Scenic Railway and Skyway:
Hop on the railway, or the skyway, either way, enjoy the magical Blue Mountains scenery. The railway offers a tour through plunging rainforests and cascading waterfalls, the skyway offers the exquisite mountainous views that the Blue Montains is so famous for. Both the railway and the skyway are open all year round from 9-5pm and are an ideal way to tour the Blue Mountains, in an exciting and spectacular way.
Bilpin:
Has made a name for itself, by sporting the fine orchards that produce the famous fruits and home made jams and juices of all exotic flavours. You will find these culinary delights at the markets, made up of roadside stalls and many friendly locals. A charming time to mingle and taste the fruits of the forest.
Leura Village, Leura:
A delightful village, made up of delicate shops, boutiques, galleries, restaurants, antique and book shops and quaint tea and coffee houses. The perfect place to take a stroll and relax in a friendly and cosy atmosphere.
Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens:
A sister garden to Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah offers walks and spectacular views back to Sydney through exotic and native temperate and cold-climate trees, shrubs and flowers. Open Daily for all to enjoy.
Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum, Faulconbridge via Springwood:
Visit the former home of artist and writer Norman Lindsay (1879- 1969) -see some of his famous oil paintings, water colours, etchings, sculptures, ship models and memorabilia. Open 1100 to1700, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday's. This gallery is a discovery of historical and educational talent.
Yester Grange:
This beautiful Victorian House not only offers one of the most magnificent views in the Blue Mountains, but is a gallery for paintings, ceramics and antique furniture. Open: 1000 to 1600 daily and 1000 to 1700 Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. A delightful way to witness unique sculptures both natural and man made.
Luxury 4WD tours:
These tours head off the beaten track into the wilderness, taking you through towering escarpments, damp rainforests, extensive pine and eucalypt forest and much more. Frequent stops are made for photos and to enjoy the scenery, you are soon able to feel the freedom of its timeless magnificence.
All tours commence and finish at your hotel/resort in Sydney or the Blue Mountains. A real highlight to your tour will be the lavish morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided on the full day tour. It is a 5 star adventure in comfort and style.
Blue Mountains Rhododendron Garden, Blackheath:
This famous garden features the worlds most magnificant specimens of Rhododendrons and Azaleas, set in the natural bushland surroundings of the Blue Mountains.
Open from 9-5, these delicate attractions are one of the Blue Mountains many symbols of beauty.
Admission by donation.
Blue Mountains Honey Company:
Watch the very busy bees at work, then inspect the results, the gift lines truly reflect the fruits of their labour. An interesting and tasty way to see how nature works. Open 5 days - 0900 to 1600.
Wentworth Falls Country Club:
The Mountains most prestigious and challenging course, offers a friendly game of golf, for those who would like to relax in the Blue Mountains surroudings, enjoying the crisp air and pituresque native flora. This course offers a well appointed restaurant and a licensed Club. Delight in the easy walking 18 hole, par 70 course, or hire a cart and take in the view.
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