The Blue Mountains are a popular mountainous region in New South Wales, Australia, located approximately 60 km west of the Sydney CBD. The Blue Mountains region is popular not just because it’s so pretty, but also because the area is easily accessible by car and by train. It takes around 90 minutes from Sydney to get to Katoomba by car, and less than two hours by train.
On this page, you will find a selection of some of the best walking tracks, lookouts, tours, waterfalls, and sights in the greater Blue Mountains region.
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The family-friendly Darwins Walk follows Jamison Creek to the top of the Wentworth Falls waterfall through beautiful bushland scenery, with a few smaller cascades and creek crossings to explore along the way.
Previously known as the Charles Darwin Walk, this popular dog-friendly walking trail is equipped with several bridges and boardwalks, and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Three ideas for exciting Blue Mountains day trip itineraries by car, offering a good mix of bushwalking and sightseeing.
Sydney’s most popular weekend destination, the Blue Mountains, is home to countless walking tracks, beautiful sights, scenic waterfalls, and trendy towns.
The 17 best attractions and activities in Lithgow and surrounds, from historic sites and museums to exciting walking tracks and lookouts.
Lithgow is a historic town located on the western edge of the Blue Mountains, approximately two hours driving from Sydney via the Great Western Highway or the Bells Line of Road.
The town has a rich industrial history and is surrounded by various national parks, such as the Gardens of Stone National Park, the Wollemi National Park, and the Blue Mountains National Park.
This Wentworth Falls guide explores the best walks and lookouts in one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Blue Mountains.
The town of Wentworth Falls is home to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in New South Walls, visited by thousands of tourists each year.
Various walking tracks and lookouts exist close to this incredible waterfall, and this guide will help you plan your day out in the Wentworth Falls area.
The Grose Head South Lookout is a remote viewing point in the Blue Mountains that offers beautiful views of the Lower Grose Valley.
This lookout can be accessed via two walking tracks that combined form a pleasant loop walk and a popular cycle trail in the Winmalee area.
McMahons Point Lookout is a scenic vantage point south of Wentworth Falls that offers panoramic views of Lake Burragorang and the surrounding area.
This remote spot is accessible via Kings Tableland Road, a 20 km long unsealed road that is also a popular cycle trail.
This guide explores the seven best waterholes in the Blue Mountains where you can go for a quiet swim, including details on how to find them.
There is nothing quite like swimming in an idyllic natural waterhole in the Blue Mountains, ideally with a beautiful waterfall dropping into the pool. But going for a dip is not the only reason to visit these wild swimming holes. The exciting bushwalking trails to get to these spots are just as enjoyable.
The Empire Pass and Dantes Glen Waterfall Circuit is a beautiful bushwalking trail in North Lawson, taking in four small but pretty waterfalls.
Over a century old, the not-so-well-known Empire Pass navigates through a scenic rainforest environment along various creeks.
If you’d like to do a shorter walk, the Dantes Glen Track is only 1.8 km long and includes three of the four waterfalls. Keep reading to find out more!
Katoomba Falls is a beautiful segmented waterfall situated between Echo Point and Scenic World in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
A short but picturesque circuit walking trail, starting at Scenic World, guides visitors through rainforest scenery to the waterfall, with panoramic views of Jamison Valley as a welcome bonus.
The Birdwood Gully Round Walk is an easy to moderately challenging bushwalking trail in the Springwood area of the Blue Mountains.
This family-friendly walking trail follows Springwood Creek through beautiful scenery that includes caves, cliff overhangs, small footbridges, large trees, and so much more.
In this article, we will share the highlights of this walk, explain how best to get there, and offer suggestions on other things to do nearby.
Reviews of seven of the best Blue Mountains day tours, based on value for money, transport, duration, highlights, and tour operator.
The Blue Mountains region is the most popular tourist and weekend getaway destination in Sydney and New South Wales. And one of the most convenient and comfortable ways to enjoy the beauty of this beautiful national park is by joining a professional Blue Mountains tour.
A day tour to the Blue Mountains is a great way to see all the highlights in comfort and style, especially if you’ve never been there before and don’t have your own transport.
Find the best dog-friendly walks in the Blue Mountains in this guide, from short and easy walking trails to challenging bushwalking tracks.
As a general rule of thumb, dogs cannot go inside National Parks. But since the Blue Mountains region is not all National Park, there are many walking trails, parks, and other areas where dogs are more than welcome.
Find out where to stay in the Blue Mountains with this accommodation guide, outlining the best hotels in the most popular towns.
Staying overnight in the Blue Mountains makes the trip to Sydney’s most famous national park even more special.
While most visitors plan day trips to the Blue Mountains, booking overnight accommodation for one or two nights will allow you to take your time and fully enjoy the popular walks and sights.
The Portal Lookout in the Glenbrook area of the Lower Blue Mountains is a scenic vantage point with great views of the Nepean River and beyond.
This family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible lookout is easy to get to by car, with various other sights and trails nearby to have a fun day out.
Part of the Greater Blue Mountains, Kanangra-Boyd National Park is a remote wilderness area just under 200 km from Sydney.
This beautiful national park is a real treat for those looking for an escape from the city, with various walking trails, lookout points, and waterfalls to explore.
This guide shares the 20 best walks in the Blue Mountains, from easy, family-friendly walking trails to challenging half-day hikes.
With so many beautiful walking tracks, the Blue Mountains is a true paradise for bushwalkers who want to explore scenic waterfalls, deep valleys, and many lookout points that offer panoramic views.
The walking track to Asgard Swamp, Thor Head, and Asgard Mine, commonly referred to as the Asgard Swamp Track, is an adventurous hike navigating through stunning Blue Mountains scenery.
This quiet walk on the Asgard Plateau passes several interesting sights with fantastic Grose Valley views to enjoy from multiple vantage points.
The Leura Cascades walking track is a short but scenic bushwalk along Leura Falls Creek, leading up to a beautiful lookout point with amazing views of the Jamison Valley.
Make a day of it and enjoy lunch outdoors at the Leura Cascades picnic area, one of the most scenic Blue Mountains picnic spots.
Not only is the Blue Mountains the perfect day trip destination to go hiking and visit amazing lookouts, but there are also many fantastic picnic spots where you can enjoy a lunch in the great outdoors.
We have shortlisted 15 of the most scenic picnic spots in the Blue Mountains, some easy to find with great facilities and others a bit harder to get to but with fantastic views.
The Bridal Veil Falls Circuit is a stunning walking track in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains, navigating through a rainforest landscape with waterfalls, creeks, and large cliff walls.
Bridal Veil Falls, also referred to as Leura Falls, is a stunning cascade waterfall on Leura Falls Creek, flowing into Jamison Valley.
The best way to see this waterfall and its beautiful surroundings is by doing the 4 km Bridal Veil Falls Circuit, which includes the Amphitheatre Walking Track and the Fern Bower Track.
