When the sun sets on the Blue Mountains escarpment, our towns and villages light up with live music vibes, late night bevs in intimate bars and ambles through the bush along artfully lit tracks.Image David Hill, Deep Hill MediaRefined, yet quirky, the Two Doctors Whiskey Tavern is where you can sink into leather chesterfields or a plush velvet chair when 'the doctor’s in session' and explore vintage books and curios while sipping on a craft spirit or cocktail as a local muso plays.

Electric vehicle owners are now spoilt for choice in the Blue Mountains with more than 50 chargers now available for use.Electric vehicle drivers no longer have to face 'range anxiety' as they explore the Blue Mountains, with around 60 electric and hybrid chargers now available for use at more than 25 locations between Glenbrook and Mount Victoria.

Want to immerse yourself in the Blue Mountains bushland, with an expert’s insight enhancing the hiking experience? Try a guided walking tour!   Views for days. Fresh, crisp air. Sensurround birdsong. Here in the Blue Mountains, we are blessed with the best of nature’s gifts, and enjoying them is as easy as stepping out onto one of hundreds of trails meandering through one of the national parks within a million hectares of World Heritage-listed bushland. 

Travelling as a family is an important part of growing up. Whether you’re going to a local beauty spot or heading further afield, time spent together can create lasting memories. Plus, with so many children spending extended time indoors these days, an outdoor adventure is the perfect way to spark an interest in nature and a respect for the world we live in.Fortunately, whether your family thrives on thrilling hikes, scenic drives, or simply soaking up breathtaking views, the Blue Mountains offer something for everyone. From majestic waterfalls and ancient forests to the charming wildlife that calls this place home this is an outdoor paradise that promises to captivate the minds and hearts of both the young and old.

 Australian citizens can now take a little piece of the Blue Mountains with them when they travel overseas, with the Three Sisters playing a starring role in the latest Australian passport.The beloved landmark overlooking the Jamison Valley in Katoomba is one of 17 iconic landscapes from around the country featured in the new ‘R Series’ passport, said to be one of the world’s most secure and aesthetically pleasing travel documents.

For early travellers, the only place to stop for a drink was along the old highway, where rough drops were served at colonial inns. Now we’ve carved out a different route, featuring everything from roasteries to wineries. Find cider from a century-old orchard, beers brewed down canyons and spirits infused with local botanicals for a true taste of the Mountains.Wend your way up the Great Western Highway to Valley Heights and Lawson and pause to slake your thirst or restock your cellar at Katoomba. From Blackheath, drive into the Megalong Valley to visit the wineries. Make your way up to Mount Victoria and cut across the Darling Causeway to Bells Line of Road, enjoy spectacular views as you head to Bilpin, Grose Valley and then back to Sydney.