A varied collection of some of the most impressive lookout points in Sydney and New South Wales.
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The Providential Point Lookout is a stunning viewing point in the Wattamolla area of Royal National Park, offering beautiful coastal views.
A short walking trail from the Wattamolla car park will get you to this lookout, with various other walks and things to do nearby to make a day of it.
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.
Explore Sydney’s breathtaking views with our guide to the city’s best lookouts, outlining must-visit locations for panoramic city, Harbour, and ocean views.
With an incredible city skyline, several unique landmarks, and beautiful natural attractions, Sydney has no shortage of scenic lookouts that offer breathtaking views.
What’s more, Sydney has a near-perfect climate, which makes going out to visit these viewpoints a fun and adventurous pastime on a sunny day.
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.
The steep walking track from Perrys Lookdown near Blackheath to the Blue Gum Forest in the Grose Valley is a challenging but rewarding bushwalking adventure.
The Acacia Flats camping ground is only 500m away from the forest, where you can set up your tent and stay overnight in beautiful surroundings.
The Fairfax Walk on Manly’s North Head is a family-friendly walking trail with two panoramic lookouts offering incredible views of Sydney Harbour, the city skyline, South Head, and the ocean.
The highlight of the walk is the Burragula Lookout, one of the most impressive lookout points in Sydney. It’s also a popular whale-watching spot during the two whale migration seasons.
The Govetts Leap Lookout near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains offers spectacular views of the Grose Valley and surrounding cliff walls.
Near the lookout are several short and long hiking trails, one leading to the Barrow Lookout, from where visitors can see the Govetts Leap Falls from very close by.
The Elysian Rock Lookout is a beautiful viewing point in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains, with panoramic views over the Jamison Valley.
Elysian Rock consists of two sandstone viewing platforms (with seating) that are connected by the historic Buttenshaw Bridge.
The Burragorang Lookout is a scenic viewing platform overlooking Lake Burragorang, with picnic facilities nearby to make a day of it.
The lookout is the highlight of the Burragorang State Conservation Area, with panoramic views towards the lake and the Blue Mountains to take in.
Faulconbridge Point is a fantastic lookout in the Lower Grose Valley of the Blue Mountains, offering 360-degree views of the Grose River and the surrounding mountains and valleys.
A moderately challenging, 6.5 km long track via a fire trail leads to this lookout, the perfect spot for a quiet picnic in beautiful natural surroundings.
The Echo Point Lookout in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains offers fantastic views of the Three Sisters and the Jamison Valley.
It is the most popular lookout point in the Blue Mountains region, with the best views and many walks and sights nearby to explore.
Mount York is a mountain located just outside the township of Mount Victoria, the westernmost village in the City of Blue Mountains.
The summit of Mount York is home to various monuments, memorials and plaques related to the first crossing of the Blue Mountains in 1813 and subsequent attempts to build roads to the plains west of the mountains.
The Blackheath area in the Blue Mountains, between Medlow Bath and Mount Victoria, is home to many panoramic lookouts offering scenic views of cliffs, waterfalls and valleys.
Most of these lookout points can be accessed by car without the need for intense bushwalking, although there are enough trails nearby if you do wish to go hiking.
Situated at the border between Queensland and New South Wales, Point Danger is home to the Captain Cook Memorial, a large lighthouse, and a short coastal walking track commemorating ships and lives lost during WWII.
Spend a half day in Point Danger and learn more about Australia’s history while enjoying some of the best ocean views on the east coast.
Hanging Rock, a large sandstone object hanging out from a cliff, is one of the most iconic landmarks in the Blue Mountains.
It is situated moments away from the Baltzer Lookout, a beautiful vantage point where visitors can enjoy eye-dropping views of the Grose Valley and surrounding escarpments.
The Rock Lookout is a scenic vantage point in the Mulgoa Valley that offers panoramic views of the Nepean River and the Blue Mountains.
Nearby Rileys Mountain Lookout is also worth a visit, which can be reached via a 5 km return bushwalking track through beautiful scenery.
The West Head Lookout in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park offers fantastic views, with various walks and beaches nearby to make a day of it.
Widely regarded as one of the best lookouts in Sydney, the West Head Lookout is one of the most popular destinations in Ku-ring-gai Chase NP.
The Sublime Point Lookout is a scenic vantage point in the Leura area of the Blue Mountains that offers panoramic views of the Jamison Valley.
Not only are the views absolutely stunning, but Sublime Point is also a popular spot for bird-watching, picnicking, and rock climbing.
A short and easy walking path, including a set of stairs and a footbridge, leads to this lookout, with various other sights nearby to make a day of it.
