Blue Mountains

Home to some of the country’s most dazzling natural attractions, the Blue Mountains is only 90 minutes from Sydney by car and two hours by train. With sensational views over the deep valley troughs, formed over millions of years, the lookouts at Wentworth Falls, Govetts Leap and Echo Point are spectacular.

Experience wonders at Scenic World, where the glass-topped carriages of the Scenic Railway take you on a heart-stopping ride into the depths of the Jamison Valley. Or jump aboard the Scenic Skyway and journey high over the canyon for superb views of the Three Sisters and beyond.

The Three Sisters rock formations in the Blue Mountains National Park

The Blue Mountains' many bushwalks include easy strolls to longer walks which lead from the clifftops into the depths of the valleys. The Six Foot Track is a more challenging three-day walk along the old coach road between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves. You can also enjoy many mountain bike trails.

Jenolan Caves is a world-class wonderland, a labyrinth of stalactite-lined limestone caves sculpted by underground rivers. Explore on fantastic guided cave tours. You can also enjoy lunch in the restaurant and stay overnight in iconic Jenolan Caves House, a popular wilderness getaway since 1896.

Scenic views overlooking the Nepean River, Penrith and Mulgoa from Mount Portal Lookout, Blue Mountains

Wentworth Falls picnic area is a great base to explore the lush world of rainforests and waterfalls along a range of spectacular walking tracks to suit all the family. The leisurely Charles Darwin walk to the Overcliff-Undercliff track is an ideal area for bird watching and enjoying the Blue Mountains National Park.

There are many fabulous cultural experiences, from the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre to the colourful Katoomba Street Art Walk , which features world-class street art. Join an Aboriginal NPWS ranger at the biannual Tree Painting and Art Day and learn to paint traditional symbols using ochre.

Family enjoying the scenery along the South Lawson Waterfall Circuit in the Blue Mountains

You’ll find many excellent restaurants and cafes in the Blue Mountains. The one-hat Fumo in Blackheath serves modern Australian with a Japanese twist. Try seasonal share plates at Leura Garage, set inside an old mechanic’s workshop; Asian comfort food at Miss Lillian Teahouse; and fine dining at Darley’s Restaurant.

The Blue Mountains delivers outstanding accommodation, from cottages and cabins to luxury resorts. Lilianfels Resort & Spa is a glamorous boutique establishment near spectacular Echo Point. Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley also brings a generous serving of sophistication.