Guidebook for Katoomba
Sightseeing
Iconic local site overlooking World Heritage listed mountains area.
181 locals recommend
Three Sisters
Iconic local site overlooking World Heritage listed mountains area.
Australia's most spectacular garden for all seasons. Five hectares of valley views, bluebell woodland, lawned and flowering terraces, stone walls, winding paths, glades, pools, and fountains.
47 locals recommend
Everglades House & Gardens
37 Everglades AveAustralia's most spectacular garden for all seasons. Five hectares of valley views, bluebell woodland, lawned and flowering terraces, stone walls, winding paths, glades, pools, and fountains.
Brilliant in sunshine and even better in the rain, this elevated boardwalk immerses visitors in Jurassic rainforest on the Jamison Valley floor with minimal impact on the environment.
192 locals recommend
Scenic World station
LOT 591 Cliff DrBrilliant in sunshine and even better in the rain, this elevated boardwalk immerses visitors in Jurassic rainforest on the Jamison Valley floor with minimal impact on the environment.
Stunning views over the mountains and valley, including waterfalls. Great walking tracks from this look out too.
111 locals recommend
Govetts Leap lookout
Stunning views over the mountains and valley, including waterfalls. Great walking tracks from this look out too.
The hotel has recently opened a public restaurant, viewing area and historic exhibit - worth a look.
6 locals recommend
Medlow Bath
Great Western HighwayThe hotel has recently opened a public restaurant, viewing area and historic exhibit - worth a look.
Jumping off point to hike to spectacular waterfalls with lots of great look outs along the way.
112 locals recommend
Wentworth Falls
Falls RoadJumping off point to hike to spectacular waterfalls with lots of great look outs along the way.
Great beer garden at the Mount Victoria pub and turn off here for the drive over to the Mt. Tomah Botanic Gardens.
21 locals recommend
Mount Victoria
Great beer garden at the Mount Victoria pub and turn off here for the drive over to the Mt. Tomah Botanic Gardens.
Spectacular limestone formations within caves that are one of the eight protected areas that form part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Greater Blue Mountains.
99 locals recommend
Jenolan Caves
4655 Jenolan Caves RdSpectacular limestone formations within caves that are one of the eight protected areas that form part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Greater Blue Mountains.
Everything Else
Winner NSW Tourism Awards 2014. Private, secluded and exquisitely beautiful, the multi award winning Spa Sublime is the ultimate Day Spa experience in the mountains.
Spa Sublime, Blue Mountains Day Spa
9 Penault AveWinner NSW Tourism Awards 2014. Private, secluded and exquisitely beautiful, the multi award winning Spa Sublime is the ultimate Day Spa experience in the mountains.
High tea with a spectacular view, or dine at Darley's restaurant. There's also a great spa.
13 locals recommend
Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa
19 Lilianfels AveHigh tea with a spectacular view, or dine at Darley's restaurant. There's also a great spa.
Arts & Culture
The Norman Lindsay Gallery at Faulconbridge displays the work of artist and writer Norman Lindsay (1879-1969). The sandstone cottage and landscaped grounds are open 7 days a week.
54 locals recommend
Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum
14 Norman Lindsay CresThe Norman Lindsay Gallery at Faulconbridge displays the work of artist and writer Norman Lindsay (1879-1969). The sandstone cottage and landscaped grounds are open 7 days a week.
Food Scene
Magnificent views across Jamison Valley! Solitary is one of the most spectacular sites in the Blue Mountains, perched above the Leura Cascades between Leura and Katoomba. Dining with a difference.
21 locals recommend
Solitary
90 Cliff DrMagnificent views across Jamison Valley! Solitary is one of the most spectacular sites in the Blue Mountains, perched above the Leura Cascades between Leura and Katoomba. Dining with a difference.
Wonderfully unique Award Winning Café-Restaurant situated in the heart of Leura Village. Features include cosy log fires, a private room for 30 people and an al fresco garden courtyard.
12 locals recommend
Bon Ton
Wonderfully unique Award Winning Café-Restaurant situated in the heart of Leura Village. Features include cosy log fires, a private room for 30 people and an al fresco garden courtyard.
Pomegranate
49 Katoomba StGreat breakfast and coffee spot.
Fresh Espresso & Food Bar
Fantastic breakfast and good coffee.
*Free wifi available - Steaks and other good quality pub food with a bit of history on the side.
34 locals recommend
Old City Bank Brasserie
15 Katoomba St*Free wifi available - Steaks and other good quality pub food with a bit of history on the side.
Pie in the Sky Roadhouse
1858 Bells Line of RdDelicious pies. That is all.
Check out Bilpin for all things apples - apples, apple cider, apple pies and more..
15 locals recommend
Bilpin
Check out Bilpin for all things apples - apples, apple cider, apple pies and more..
Shopping
Mr Pickwick's antiquarian and general bookshop sits in the heart of Katoomba and houses some 60,000 books, as well as a huge collection of fine Australian art, exotic collectables and antiques.
12 locals recommend
Mr Pickwick's Fine Old Books
84 Katoomba StMr Pickwick's antiquarian and general bookshop sits in the heart of Katoomba and houses some 60,000 books, as well as a huge collection of fine Australian art, exotic collectables and antiques.
Essentials
SUPA IGA Mountain Fresh
Raymond RoadCollect your weekend groceries on the way through Springwood.
The Blue Mountains Food Co-op Ltd. has been providing the Upper Blue Mountains with fresh, healthy produce focusing on organic, bio-dynamic, locally produced and specialist vegetarian food since 1981.
26 locals recommend
Blue Mountains Food Co-Op
The Blue Mountains Food Co-op Ltd. has been providing the Upper Blue Mountains with fresh, healthy produce focusing on organic, bio-dynamic, locally produced and specialist vegetarian food since 1981.
Coles is open late and has all your grocery and household needs covered.
57 locals recommend
Coles Katoomba
34 Parke StColes is open late and has all your grocery and household needs covered.