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Sightseeing
The Hydro was first opened in 1904 and was built by the retail baron Mark Foy. It has recently undergone a full refurbishment and boasts several dining areas, a cocktail lounge and a gift shop (as well as incredible views).
80 locals recommend
The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains
88 Great Western HwyThe Hydro was first opened in 1904 and was built by the retail baron Mark Foy. It has recently undergone a full refurbishment and boasts several dining areas, a cocktail lounge and a gift shop (as well as incredible views).
A heritage listed Art Deco house featuring a tranquil reflection pool, a grotto and winding paths down a terraced garden boasting stunning valley views.
13 locals recommend
Everglades Historic House and Gardens
37 Everglades AvenueA heritage listed Art Deco house featuring a tranquil reflection pool, a grotto and winding paths down a terraced garden boasting stunning valley views.
This historic inland settlement boasts heritage listed sandstone buildings and is located in the Hartley Historic Site. The village also offers a gallery, cafe and tours.
18 locals recommend
Hartley Historic Village
51 The Old Bathurst RdThis historic inland settlement boasts heritage listed sandstone buildings and is located in the Hartley Historic Site. The village also offers a gallery, cafe and tours.
Food scene
The Chalet Guesthouse dates back to 1892 and provides boutique accommodation and a period dining room offering contemporary Australian cuisine on Friday and Saturday nights. To top it off, it’s only a 5 minute stroll from the house! Bookings highly recommended (+61 2) 4788 1122
The Chalet Guesthouse and Studio
46 Portland RdThe Chalet Guesthouse dates back to 1892 and provides boutique accommodation and a period dining room offering contemporary Australian cuisine on Friday and Saturday nights. To top it off, it’s only a 5 minute stroll from the house! Bookings highly recommended (+61 2) 4788 1122
Pins On Lurline
132 Lurline StLunch (weekends) & Dinner for contemporary Australian cuisine
The top rated restaurant in the Blue Mountains - great for a special occasion
50 locals recommend
Silk's Brasserie
Lake StreetThe top rated restaurant in the Blue Mountains - great for a special occasion
Lunch & Dinner pub fare for a more relaxed meal with a beer (or wine!)
51 locals recommend
Alexandra Hotel Leura
62 Great Western HwyLunch & Dinner pub fare for a more relaxed meal with a beer (or wine!)
Anonymous Cafe
237-238 Great Western HighwayOne of the most popular spots so best get in early
Take in the beautiful gardens and surrounds whilst enjoying a pastry and a great coffee
13 locals recommend
Sorensens Glasshouse & Gardens
8 Herbert StTake in the beautiful gardens and surrounds whilst enjoying a pastry and a great coffee
Loaves & The Dishes
180 Leura MallA great family run cafe in the centre of beautiful Leura with great options
Definitely worth the 20 minute drive for the scones and jam alone
58 locals recommend
Megalong Valley Tea Rooms
Megalong RoadDefinitely worth the 20 minute drive for the scones and jam alone
A perfect spot for kids with a great outdoor space and the best toasties!
16 locals recommend
The Gingerbread House
cnr Lurline StA perfect spot for kids with a great outdoor space and the best toasties!
(now called TOURNAMENT) A 5-10 minute stroll from the house with great coffee and breakfast options
19 locals recommend
Synonymous
1 Railway Parade(now called TOURNAMENT) A 5-10 minute stroll from the house with great coffee and breakfast options
Cosy location with an extensive drinks menu - one of our favourites
21 locals recommend
Polar Bear Of Leura
139 Leura MallCosy location with an extensive drinks menu - one of our favourites
A Katoomba icon with a couple of options for a cocktail or beer in heritage surrounds
85 locals recommend
The Carrington Hotel
15-47 Katoomba StA Katoomba icon with a couple of options for a cocktail or beer in heritage surrounds
A variety of dining options coupled with amazing views
80 locals recommend
The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains
88 Great Western HwyA variety of dining options coupled with amazing views
City/town information
The village of Blackheath is on an escarpment that has spectacular mountain scenery. Govetts Leap Lookout, Evans Lookout and Hargraves Lookout all provide great vantage points to observe the natural wonders of the area. Home to eclectic shopping and a huge antiques centre, Blackheath provides a well curated mix of shops, cafes and galleries.
66 locals recommend
Blackheath
The village of Blackheath is on an escarpment that has spectacular mountain scenery. Govetts Leap Lookout, Evans Lookout and Hargraves Lookout all provide great vantage points to observe the natural wonders of the area. Home to eclectic shopping and a huge antiques centre, Blackheath provides a well curated mix of shops, cafes and galleries.
Katoomba is the largest town in the Blue Mountains and is home to the world famous Three Sisters which tower above the world heritage listed Jamison Valley. Here you’ll find a plethora of stores ranging from all the major supermarkets down to speciality stores as well as a wide range of dining options and galleries. It’s a great starting point for your stay.
92 locals recommend
Katoomba
Katoomba is the largest town in the Blue Mountains and is home to the world famous Three Sisters which tower above the world heritage listed Jamison Valley. Here you’ll find a plethora of stores ranging from all the major supermarkets down to speciality stores as well as a wide range of dining options and galleries. It’s a great starting point for your stay.
Widely known as the "garden village", Leura is renowned for its magnificent mix of public and private gardens and the spectacular row of cherry trees that line the main shopping precinct - Leura Mall. Visitors flock here just as much for the fabulous eclectic mix of shops and amazing eateries that line the Mall as they do for the picturesque surrounds.
61 locals recommend
Leura
Widely known as the "garden village", Leura is renowned for its magnificent mix of public and private gardens and the spectacular row of cherry trees that line the main shopping precinct - Leura Mall. Visitors flock here just as much for the fabulous eclectic mix of shops and amazing eateries that line the Mall as they do for the picturesque surrounds.
This village offers spectacular views over the Jamison Valley and the magnificent waterfall for which it's named. On offer is an interesting mix of vintage stores and cafes set in Victorian era buildings. It’s a great starting point for your Blue Mountains adventure and well worth a stop on your way up the mountain to the house.
112 locals recommend
Wentworth Falls
Falls RoadThis village offers spectacular views over the Jamison Valley and the magnificent waterfall for which it's named. On offer is an interesting mix of vintage stores and cafes set in Victorian era buildings. It’s a great starting point for your Blue Mountains adventure and well worth a stop on your way up the mountain to the house.
Mount Victoria is home to the region’s highest peak, One Tree Hill. This heritage-listed village is a fascinating step back in time with many historic buildings. Whilst small it provides a great starting point to access one of the many lookouts within easy driving distance from the village centre. There are a few cafes and retail stores on offer too.
21 locals recommend
Mount Victoria
Mount Victoria is home to the region’s highest peak, One Tree Hill. This heritage-listed village is a fascinating step back in time with many historic buildings. Whilst small it provides a great starting point to access one of the many lookouts within easy driving distance from the village centre. There are a few cafes and retail stores on offer too.
Hartley Historic Site offers one of the finest collections of historic buildings in Australia. Of particular interest is the Sandstone Courthouse. Examine the courthouse for graffiti and step inside to hear a re-enactment of a court case. Stop in at The Lolly Bug for a great range of lollies from all over the world.
Little Hartley
Hartley Historic Site offers one of the finest collections of historic buildings in Australia. Of particular interest is the Sandstone Courthouse. Examine the courthouse for graffiti and step inside to hear a re-enactment of a court case. Stop in at The Lolly Bug for a great range of lollies from all over the world.
Wineries
We highly recommend enjoying a ploughman’s lunch while enjoying some of the best views of the valley. Don’t forget to say hello to resident dogs, George & Angus! Bookings highly recommended.
54 locals recommend
Dryridge Estate - Blue Mountains Winery - Megalong Valley
226 Aspinall RdWe highly recommend enjoying a ploughman’s lunch while enjoying some of the best views of the valley. Don’t forget to say hello to resident dogs, George & Angus! Bookings highly recommended.
Their current temporary cellar door is a unique, re-purposed shipping container with a purpose built tasting bar and beautiful views of the majestic Megalong Valley. Take in the views and even spot some alpacas grazing in the distance!
8 locals recommend
Megalong Creek Estate - Blue Mountains Wine
217 Aspinall RdTheir current temporary cellar door is a unique, re-purposed shipping container with a purpose built tasting bar and beautiful views of the majestic Megalong Valley. Take in the views and even spot some alpacas grazing in the distance!
Shopping
You’ll find a vast array of treasures in an old theatre. There’s also a cafe serving great coffee and food
71 locals recommend
Victory Theatre Antique Centre
21 Govetts Leap RdYou’ll find a vast array of treasures in an old theatre. There’s also a cafe serving great coffee and food
The most extraordinary chocolate made in store and the BEST hot chocolate in the mountains.
24 locals recommend
Josophan's Fine Chocolate
187 Leura MallThe most extraordinary chocolate made in store and the BEST hot chocolate in the mountains.
a unique boutique, selling a range of accessories and unusual gifts. Look out for their home grown blue Mountains products.
17 locals recommend
Teddy Sinclair
177 Leura Malla unique boutique, selling a range of accessories and unusual gifts. Look out for their home grown blue Mountains products.
Great locally made gifts and all the chocolate you desire
19 locals recommend
Blue Mountains Chocolate Company
176 Lurline StGreat locally made gifts and all the chocolate you desire
Cobweb Collectables
161 Great Western HwyYou never know what you’ll discover at this one-of-a-kind antique store!
If you’re looking for contemporary, Australian art this is the place for you.
27 locals recommend
Lost Bear Gallery
98 Lurline StIf you’re looking for contemporary, Australian art this is the place for you.
Day Trips
A huge, 300 cave system with 10 caves adapted with paths and lighting. Suitable for all fitness levels there’s also an abundance of native wildlife. There’s a restaurant and cafe and they serve a fantastic high tea.
99 locals recommend
Jenolan Caves
4655 Jenolan Caves RdA huge, 300 cave system with 10 caves adapted with paths and lighting. Suitable for all fitness levels there’s also an abundance of native wildlife. There’s a restaurant and cafe and they serve a fantastic high tea.
Mayfield Garden is a privately owned, cool climate botanical garden situated in Oberon. It is one of the world's largest privately owned gardens set over 2,000 hectares. Open all year, Spring & Autumn is the best time to visit.
67 locals recommend
Mayfield Garden
530 Mayfield RdMayfield Garden is a privately owned, cool climate botanical garden situated in Oberon. It is one of the world's largest privately owned gardens set over 2,000 hectares. Open all year, Spring & Autumn is the best time to visit.
At 1,000 metres above sea level, the 28 hectare garden overlooks the greater Blue Mountains world heritage area and boasts stunning panoramic views. Pack a picnic or eat at the bistro.
108 locals recommend
Blue Mountains Botanic Garden
Bells Line of RoadAt 1,000 metres above sea level, the 28 hectare garden overlooks the greater Blue Mountains world heritage area and boasts stunning panoramic views. Pack a picnic or eat at the bistro.
For the Kids (Big & Small)
Besides offering breathtaking views of the the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls and Jamison Valley you’ll also find the Scenic Railway, the world's steepest incline railway, a glass-floored cable car suspended 270 metres high and much more. Great for the whole family, you’ll need at least half a day to explore all on offer.
192 locals recommend
Scenic World station
LOT 591 Cliff DrBesides offering breathtaking views of the the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls and Jamison Valley you’ll also find the Scenic Railway, the world's steepest incline railway, a glass-floored cable car suspended 270 metres high and much more. Great for the whole family, you’ll need at least half a day to explore all on offer.
Horse riding and pony rides for young and old in the beautiful Kanimbla Valley.
18 locals recommend
Centennial Glen Stables
448 Kanimbla driveHorse riding and pony rides for young and old in the beautiful Kanimbla Valley.
Visit the Southern Hemisphere's largest collection of toys, trains and associated memorabilia. The museum is housed in an early 20th century mansion, set in lush award-winning gardens filled with interactive displays.
25 locals recommend
Leuralla
36 Olympian ParadeVisit the Southern Hemisphere's largest collection of toys, trains and associated memorabilia. The museum is housed in an early 20th century mansion, set in lush award-winning gardens filled with interactive displays.
Only a 5-7 minute walk from the house and it’s FREE! Play equipment and a full sized tennis court.
Medlow Bath Park
8 Railway ParadeOnly a 5-7 minute walk from the house and it’s FREE! Play equipment and a full sized tennis court.