Go deeper in the Blue Mountains
The Three Sisters are famous the world over. But the Blue Mountains is so much more than a single lookout.
Across 26 villages surrounded by World Heritage listed national park, you’ll find dramatic bushwalks, heritage towns, award-winning dining, breweries, wineries, galleries and unexpected experiences woven through nature.
From sunrise over escarpments to fireside restaurants, canyon adventures and quiet village streets, the Blue Mountains invites you to look a little deeper.
We acknowledge the Darkinjung, Dharawal, Dharug, Gundungurra, Wonnarua and Wiradjuri peoples as the Traditional Owners of the Greater Blue Mountains region, and pay respect to Elders past and present.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Blue Mountains is around 90 minutes west of Sydney by car or train. Regular train services run on the Blue Mountains Line, connecting Sydney with towns across the region including Penrith, Springwood, Katoomba, Blackheath, Mount Victoria and Lithgow.
A detour is in place west of Mount Victoria. But the entire Blue Mountains is open and accessible to visitors. Major destinations including Katoomba, Leura, Blackheath and Mount Victoria can be reached from Sydney via the Great Western Highway, Bells Line of Road or by train.
If travelling from western NSW, allow a little extra time for your journey, check live travel times on Google Maps before departure, and where possible travel outside peak periods.
If travelling from western NSW, allow a little extra time for your journey, check live travel times on Google Maps before departure, and where possible travel outside peak periods.
Yes. The region is well connected by train, and many key attractions are accessible from stations. Options like the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus operate in Katoomba and Leura, making it easy to explore without driving.
Start with iconic experiences like the Three Sisters and Echo Point, then explore deeper through villages, bushwalks, food experiences and scenic attractions including Scenic World.
Explore itineraries, events and local experiences across the Visit Blue Mountains website, or follow Visit Blue Mountains on social media for seasonal inspiration, travel updates and upcoming events.
Explore itineraries, events and local experiences across the Visit Blue Mountains website, or follow Visit Blue Mountains on social media for seasonal inspiration, travel updates and upcoming events.
Blackheath and Mount Victoria are open and welcoming visitors. Cafés, accommodation, walking tracks, lookouts and attractions are operating, and the villages remain accessible by road and train.
Blackheath offers bushwalks, lookouts, galleries, cafés, cool-climate dining and access to the northern side of the Blue Mountains National Park. Every season brings a different experience.
Mount Victoria is one of the Blue Mountains’ most historic villages, known for heritage buildings, dramatic escarpment views, walking tracks and quieter experiences away from the busier visitor hubs.
The Blue Mountains is a year-round destination. Autumn brings changing leaves, winter offers crisp mountain air and fireplaces, spring showcases gardens and wildflowers, and summer is ideal for waterfalls and long days outdoors.
A day trip is possible, but staying 2–3 days allows visitors to experience more of the region’s villages, walking tracks, dining and nature experiences.
The region is an ECO Certified destination. Visitors are encouraged to travel by train where possible, stay on marked tracks, support local businesses, and help protect the World Heritage-listed environment.
EVENTS
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7 Nov 2025 - 6 Nov 2026
Live Music Friday's at Two Doctor's Whiskey Tavern
Fairmont Blue Mountains introduces Live Music Fridays, a weekly event celebrating local talent, great food and relaxed community vibes. Each Friday from 6pm, guests can enjoy live performances from emerging artists while indulging in freshly woodfired pizza and drink specials. Arrive early for Local's Hour from 5 to 6pm, featuring $10 whiskey pours and $5 pizza slices. Whether you're winding down ...
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15 Dec 2025 - 31 Aug 2026
Bygone Beauty's Traditional Supreme High Tea
Enjoy a unique and theatrical Traditional High Tea with a twist. Reminiscent of decades past, enjoy even more decadence as Bygone Beauty presents Traditional High Tea Supreme. Step back in time for a unique and theatrical high tea reminiscent of decades past in a charming old-world dining room. Upon arrival, enjoy complimentary champagne in crystal flutes with mini quiches, sausage rolls and veget...
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7 Aug 2026
An Intimate Evening with Mark Wilkinson + Special Guest Glenn ...
Fusion Boutique is pleased to be welcoming Mark Wilkinson back to the Blue Mountains for 'An intimate Evening with Mark Wilkinson'.Award-winning singer-songwriter Mark Wilkinson returns to the live stage this July with a series of intimate shows, performing in duo mode with Glenn Hopper on piano.Stripped back and reworked, the duo format brings fresh, dynamic arrangements to Wilkinson's much loved...
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7 Aug 2026
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour Katoomba
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour – 10th Anniversary! A decade of inspiration. A decade of community. A decade of being gutsy. Celebrate 10 years of Australia's premier adventure film tour spotlighting women who absolutely send it! Since day one, Gutsy Girls has been championing fearless female adventurers who push boundaries, shatter expectations, and prove that gutsy is a way of life, not just a...
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7 Aug 2026
Daniel Connell: Prairie Dog - Katoomba
Award-winning stand-up Daniel Connell (as seen on Have You Been Paying Attention?) returns with a brand-new show. Book now as this show will sell-out.The show will go for about an hour, and be held in a nice venue. Daniel will do all the talking, all you need to do is sit there and watch, pretty sweet.
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8 Aug 2026
Wirimbirra Eco Dye Workshop
Wirimbirra Eco Dye workshops are an opportunity to slow down and connect with nature. Located in the stunning Capertee Valley, each 3-hour experience includes a Welcome to Country from a Traditional Custodian, a short walk to discover the botanical items that will be used in the Songlark Studio dye workshop. You will learn a simple eco dye technique and make something to take home. All equipmen...
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8 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2026
Blackheath Growers Market
Smell, buy and taste wonderful regional food at the Blackheath Growers Market. Meet the growers and producers of a fantastic array of foods.The Market is run in the mornings until noon on the second Sunday of each month from February to December.
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8 Aug 2026
Choirboys - Great Australian Rock N Roll Stories - Springwood
Back in 1978, a group of twenty-something mates from Sydney's Northern Beaches formed a band called Choirboys. Surrounded by the wild, hedonistic chaos of the '70s youth culture, they soaked it all in—every misstep, every party, every outrageous moment. That life would ultimately give birth to their defining anthem: Run to Paradise.Fuelled by the stories that have long echoed through the halls of ...