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Blue Mountains, Katoomba

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Blue Mountains is located in Katoomba. Take a look at our Katoomba itinerary planner to schedule your visit to Blue Mountains and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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Blue Mountains Nature and Wildlife Day Tour from Sydney BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $126
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  • August 16, 2017
    It's about 2 hours by train or drive from Sydney. And the best time to get there is around 10am. There is a lot to do up there like the sky safari or a walk down to the wentworth waterfall or a walk a...  more »
  • August 15, 2017
    The Blue Mountains are pretty spectacular. The Three Sisters are breathtaking, and we especially loved the tropical forest at Scenic World. We went a couple of weeks ago, in the middle of Australia's ...  more »
  • August 15, 2017
    What an amazing place to visit! Went with our 7 and 9 year old and they managed the steps both up and down the falls. Take coats in winter!  more »
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Best things to do in Katoomba

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Wentworth Falls
Katoomba
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The Three Sisters
Katoomba
Visit for: 30​min
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Echo Point Lookout
Katoomba
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Side Trips
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Jenolan Caves
Jenolan Caves
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
Govetts Leap
Blackheath
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Everglades Historic House and Gardens
Leura
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Eagle Rock Adventures Pty Ltd
Katoomba
Visit for: 4​h
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Blue Mountains Chocolate Company
Katoomba
Visit for: 1​h
Street Art Walk - by Street Art Murals Australia
Katoomba
Visit for: 1​h 30​min
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Scenic World Blue Mountains
Katoomba
Visit for: 1​h
Blue Mountains Explorer Bus
Katoomba
Visit for: 4​h
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Blue Mountains Adventure Company
Katoomba
Visit for: 3​h 30​min
Trails
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The Giant Stairway
Katoomba
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Climbing Tours
Katoomba
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Where to stay in Katoomba

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Ideal for backpackers and other travelers exploring the Blue Mountains on a budget, Katoomba offers a great selection of economical lodgings. Many visitors choose to base their trip at one of the town's motels or hostels, which offer small but clean rooms minutes from Katoomba's central area and main train station. The town also features a number of mid-range hotels, providing rooms and suites with views of the picturesque mountain range. To get the most from the great outdoors, stay at one of Katoomba's campgrounds, featuring powered sites and cozy log cabins.
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