Blue Mountains Blog

Image: David Hill, Deep Hill MediaGrowing up, Stefanie Habal never felt she belonged.

Located upstairs above the Old City Bank Bar the Old City Bank Brasserie serves modern Australian food with an Asian twist, thanks to the creative influences of its head chef. Think great pub food with a selection of vegetarian options.

A visit to the Blue Mountains earns a tick on any bucket list but these bucket list activities will push the experience to the top!

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.

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.

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.