Experience the best of Blue Mountains
A sandstone plateau west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains are carved into deep eucalyptus gorges, sheer cliffs and the rock towers of the Three Sisters.
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The plateau rises behind Sydney in the Great Dividing Range, its edges broken into cliffs that fall away into forested valleys such as the Jamison and the Grose. Katoomba is the main town, and Echo Point looks across to the Three Sisters, a trio of sandstone pillars. The blue haze that gives the range its name is put down to a fine mist of eucalyptus oil in the air, and the surrounding region lies within a World Heritage area.
Leura, next door to Katoomba, has a main street of cafés and galleries, and gardens that colour in spring and autumn. Further along the ridge, Wentworth Falls and Govetts Leap at Blackheath bring waterfalls and wide views, and Mount Tomah Botanic Garden grows cool-climate plants at height. South-west of Katoomba, Jenolan Caves is a system of limestone caverns.
Tea rooms, pubs with open fires and long café breakfasts suit the mountain towns, and walking tracks of every length start from the lookouts. The air is cooler than in Sydney, so winter days can be crisp and frosty with an occasional dusting of snow, while the European trees planted in town gardens turn gold and red in autumn.
- 1 hop-on hop-off route
- Free cancellation on 94% of experiences
- 4.7 across the top 16
Top 10 attractions in Blue Mountains
Hop-on hop-off in Blue Mountains
Day trips from Blue Mountains
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Outdoor and adventure activities in Blue Mountains
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Questions about Blue Mountains
- What are the top attractions in Blue Mountains?
- Ranked by the experiences that visit them, the top attractions in Blue Mountains are Scenic World, Blue Mountains National Park, Three Sisters, Katoomba.
- What is the most popular experience in Blue Mountains?
- By number of traveller reviews it is "Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide", rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9,988 reviews.
- Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Blue Mountains?
- Yes. We list 1 hop-on hop-off bus tour in Blue Mountains; the most reviewed is "Blue Mountains Hop On Hop Off Tour" with 317 reviews.
- How long do tours and tickets in Blue Mountains take?
- The typical experience in Blue Mountains lasts about 8 hours; the middle half run between 2.5 hours and 10 hours.
- Can I cancel a booking in Blue Mountains?
- The operator lists free cancellation on 95% of the 38 experiences we hold for Blue Mountains. The cut-off differs by experience and is shown on each product page before you choose a date.
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