Katoomba
Must do
Katoomba is at the heart of most of the stunning natural attractions that make up the Blue Mountains National Park.You can admire deep valleys, sandstone plateaus, waterfalls and native animals from the many walking trails and lookouts near Katoomba.
About Katoomba
Katoomba is one of the historic towns that's surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Visit Echo Point Visitor Information Centre and lookout and you'll appreciate the beauty of this area with its famous blue haze that's emitted from the vast eucalypt forests. For an introduction to the rare plants and animals found only here don't miss The Edge, a six-storey cinema screen that showcases the grandeur of the Blue Mountains.
There are plenty of easy walking trails departing from Katoomba; or join a bushwalk with a local guide. Try a new adventure such as abseiling, rockclimbing or caving. Don't miss the thrill of the Scenic Railway and the Scenic Skyway for 360 degree views of the magnificent Jamison Valley.
Katoomba has been welcoming Sydneysiders for years with comfortable hotels and guesthouses, cafes and pubs. Today, stylish contemporary food is on the menu at cafés and restaurants and you can buy artisan breads, cheese and chocolates from specialist shops. A range of accommodation includes heritage-listed guesthouses, B&Bs, eco lodges and five star hotels.
Events
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- February
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Thursday 16 Feb 2012 Sculpture at Scenic World
The Blue Mountains World Heritage Area will be transformed into one of the world's most spectacular art galleries for ...
- Sunday 26 Feb 2012 Blue Mountains Radio Players
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- March
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Saturday 10 Mar 2012 Six Foot Track Marathon
The Six Foot Track is a 45 kilometre footpath stretching across the Blue Mountains from The Explorer's Marked Tree, near ...
- Friday 16 Mar 2012 Blue Mountains Music Festival
Gallery
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High Tea, The Carrington
Friends having high tea at The Carrington, Katoomba
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Scenic Skyway, Katoomba
Scenic Skyway passing the Three Sisters, Image Chris Jones
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Three Sisters, Blue Mountains
Sunset on the Three Sisters, Echo Point, Katoomba. Image Sally Mayman
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Lilianfels
Lilianfels, Katoomba
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