Scenic World, Katoomba, New South Wales © Destination NSW

Scenic World, Katoomba, New South Wales © Destination NSW

3 days in the Blue Mountains

Explore the World Heritage-listed wilderness on the outskirts of Sydney.

Need to know

Always stay on marked walking trails
Be aware that trails can be closed for maintenance and repairs at various times of the year
Temperatures in the mountains can be cooler than Sydney, so come prepared

Day 1: An introduction to the Blue Mountains

Drive just an hour from Sydney to discover World Heritage-listed wilderness, sandstone escarpments and waterfall-cooled rainforest valleys. Start your holiday with a few of the highlights.

Day 2: Have an active adventure

Stretch your legs in charming villages, explore by bicycle, see the sights on a horse ride or try your hand at abseiling. The Blue Mountains are made for adventure.

Day 3: Explore further afield

The Blue Mountains covers a lot of territory. While most attractions are within easy reach of each other, some you will have to travel further afield to enjoy.

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We acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters of the Australian continent, and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.

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