Blue Mountains: your wilderness near Sydney

About the Blue Mountains

The magic of the Blue Mountains in NSW is that the city hardly makes a dent in the wilderness of the Blue Mountains. Found here is the world's highest density of eucalypt species and 400 different kinds of animals. There are places humans have never visited. Katoomba is the biggest town in the Blue Mountains and the region's capital. From here there are 26 townships and villages strung along a 60km urban strip.

Attractions

People come to the Blue Mountains to enjoy all sorts of activities and experiences, whether you are a bushing walking enthusiast or you just want to relax and enjoy the scenery, food and culture. The Blue Mountains attracts over 2 million visitors a year and caters to people from all walks of life looking for something special.

From high adventure abseiling, mountain biking, bushwalking or horseriding, to a gentle leisurely stroll through picturesque towns, villages and shops, boutiques, art and one of the many antique galleries and cafes, the Blue Mountains are for everyone:

With so much to explore and do in the Blue Mountains why not go and enjoy some wonderful events and festivals happening throughout the year. You could book your holiday or getaway to coincide with the top events happening there.

Events and festivals

Here are some Blue Mountains events, visit the Blue Mountains website for more information about events and festivals.

Blue Mountains - Fine Food and Wine with Attitude Fair- April or May

This terrific festival is held in Blackheath at the Blue Mountains. You will get to taste and experience magic cool-climate wines through tastings and stalls.

* Contact Blackheath & District Chamber of Commerce and Community Inc. for event details and contact phone numbers.

Blue Mountains - Yulefest- July and August
Every year between June and August the area revels in Yulefest, while Christmas is celebrated in July. Festivities are at a peak when the Winter Magic Festival in Katoomba, with a fantastic street parade, market stalls and plenty of activity and fun, welcomes the Winter solstice.

Leura Garden Festival

A collection of nine private gardens, rarely accessible to the public opens every year for the Leura Garden Festival, along with the National Trust property Everglades which has one of Australia’s foremost heritage gardens that combine European-style, native bush and breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains National Park.

Leura Gardens Festival is held annually in the beginning of October.

Delight Your Senses with Local Blue Mountains Restaurants

The Blue Mountains region is blessed with exceptional restaurants. A great holiday tip is to book some of your dining and food experiences in advance. That way it is all taken care off and gives you the pleasure of looking forward to it.

Here are some of the Blue Mountain eateries, cafes and restaurants:

Solitary Restaurant Enjoy wonderful Jamison Valley views while experiencing the Solitary Restaurant. You can dine at either the posh restaurant or visit the cafe both based at the same site. 90 Cliff Drive, Leura Falls, Blue Mountains. Phone (02) 4782 1164
Cafe Josophan's Buy and taste handcrafted chocolate made with the finest Belgian Chocolate. 187A Leura mall, Leura, Blue Mountains. Phone (02) 4784 3888
Darleys Lillianfels Resort Restaurant has an enclosed deck that makes dining a perfect year round experience. Lillianfels Resort, Lillianfels Ave, Katoomba, Blue Mountains. Phone (02) 4780 1200
Locally Leura Cellars Amazingly good wine shop with masses of gems to be found in this cellar. 169 Leura Mall, Leura, Blue Mountains
The Paragon Cafe An Art Deco place famous throughout the region. Yummy old fashioned cakes and the best milkshakes around. 65 Katoomba St, Katoomba, Blue Mountains. Phone (02) 4782 2928
Bells Line of Road Enjoy a drive along and stop and pick apples or peaches at Bilpin, even perhaps berries, walnuts and chestnuts
The Hydro Majestic Hotel is utterly beautiful grand and has one of the best views in the Blue Mountains. Great Western Hwy, Medlow Bath, Blue Mountains.

Climate

The climate and weather in the Blue Mountains is said to have the world's most equitable climate. Uniquely and substantially different climates exist close together in the Blue Mountains. Faulconbridge’s elevation at the foot of the mountains is 439m (1463ft), Katoomba is at 1017m (3570ft), more than twice the elevation. The higher towns then are colder and get more rain also having snow fall at least once a year. There is a mild temperature range, rainfall evenly distributed though out the year, a high percentage of oxygen in the air and mild humidity range. The range of the overall temperature is mild.

Accommodation:

Accommodation options range from luxurious hotels, bed and breakfasts, retreats, health spas, self-catering apartments, and guest houses to Blue Mountains cottages and holiday homes that are self contained for those that want absolute privacy for the entire family or an intimate romantic getaway. Whether you are after luxurious sleep-ins with late breakfasts cooked for you or you would prefer an early start to the day to enjoy some interesting Blue Mountains Tours you will no doubt find the perfect place.

Transport:

Driving yourself around the Blue Mountains is an economical way to get an overview of the terrain before enlisting the help of an experienced driver who can tell you the history or answer those little questions you've been wondering since you arrived.

There are many tour buses that run sight seeing tours around the Blue Mountains.

To get to the Blue Mountains, you can catch a train to Katoomba from Sydney.

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