If you’re seeking a mountain paradise for your special day, look no further than the enchanting Dalia’s Blue Mountain Retreat. Perched gracefully on the edge of the Katoomba Escarpment, mere moments from the iconic Three Sisters, this property boasts one of the most awe-inspiring vistas of the Jamison Valley, creating an enchanting backdrop for your… Read More »
Prepare to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing realm of the majestic Blue Mountains of NSW Australia, an alluring haven that beckons thrill-seekers and nature aficionados alike. Situated within 2 hour’s drive of Sydney, these mountains proudly flaunt their splendor with cascading waterfalls and awe-inspiring canyons that could effortlessly silence even the most eloquent poet. As… Read More »
This short 1.4km walk from the Katoomba Cascades picnic area to Echo Point is perhaps the best all-weather tourist walk in the Blue Mountains. It offers wonder views from multiple lookouts. Allow 40 minutes to complete the walk each way. See the links below for starting points. TIP: Parking at Echo Point can often be… Read More »
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Our friends at “Fifth Avenue Katoomba” have had a late cancellation and now have available some wonderful school holiday accommodation. Create lasting family memories these school holidays in the Blue Mountains. With early check in / late check out, Fifth Ave Katoomba Retreat is THE holiday house of your dreams. Impeccable presentation, 5 star cleaning,… Read More »
The Blue Mountains – Winter Magic Revival Festival Over 100 Artists, Events and Features this August 26 – 27 2022 After minimal tourism for a number of years, The Winter Magic Revival Festival will take place in Katoomba this August and is set to be the new jewel in the Blue Mountains tourism crown. Listen… Read More »
This is one of the best walks in the Blue Mountains. It’s a mix of cliff and valley views along a historic walk. This is one for the bigger kids as it’s a 7km walk, one way. This is a wonderful day walk, that will take you from Leura to Katoomba through a beautiful valley.… Read More »
St Hilda’s Church of England, Katoomba was designed by prominent 20th century architect John Burcham Clamp, a partner of Walter Burley Griffin, and built by a Mr. Johnson of Leura. At about 4.00 pm on Sunday 10th May 1959, John (Jock) Reynolds, a 36 year old cook from the Gearin Hotel, accompanied by his baby… Read More »
Mountains Tales is a Blue Mountains owned business offering well researched, quality village walking tours of the upper mountains. Whether you are a mountain local, or a visitor to our backyard, join Sue from Mountains Tales and you will learn so much about our villages. The Leura Story, looks at the history of the village, focusing… Read More »
Your invitation to imagine the future of the former Katoomba Golf Course precinct With Traditional Custodians, our community, educators and researchers from a number of universities, Blue Mountains City Council is exploring opportunities related to planetary health initiatives at the former Katoomba Golf Course precinct (clubhouse and adjoining 30 hectares of public land). … Read More »