The Japanese Bath House Blue Mountains is a most unexpected gem situated at the western foot of the Blue Mountains. Set in its tranquil location overlooking the idyllic Lake Lyell, you will experience true Japanese spa culture (onsen) with a vast variety of luxurious hot baths filled with natural mineral water all set within an…
Snow play in Blue Mountains National Park is becoming a very popular pastime for families in Winter. Most Winters, the Blue Mountains transform into a majestic wonderland and families from near and far are keen to experience this rare and amazing occurrence. In this article, we share some of the ideal places to take your…
Meeting a dinosaur is an experience that many of us might only imagine, but at Dinosaur Valley Scenic World, make your dream a reality as you explore the ancient prehistoric rainforest of the Jamison Valley. On your journey through Dinosaur Valley, you will spot dozens of dinosaurs. Observe protective dinosaurs nestled with their eggs amongst…
Are you looking for ways to keep your family cool this Summer? Where can you find water play fun in and around the Blue Mountains that is free or low cost? We have scoped out the best places in and around the Blue Mountains to take your family this Summer for water fun – and…
Blue Mountains Markets 2022 We are famous for our wonderful community Blue Mountains markets. They bring great fun and atmosphere to our weekends, whilst supporting local businesses and communities. This Summer, many markets are open, whilst some remain closed until further notice. Please check each market’s Facebook Page and website for updates. For the markets…
Amazing Blue Mountains Lookouts are not in short supply. There are many, many incredible sights to savour on your Blue Mountains visit. This is your ultimate guide to lookouts in the Blue Mountains, including our exclusive Top 10 lookouts and Blue Mountains Mums’ award winning lookouts. Blue Mountains Lookouts If you are visiting the Blue…
Pick Your Own Fruit Blue Mountains & Beyond Guide Many orchards and farms are open this Summer to ‘pick your own fruit’. Enjoy a wonderful family day out and happy picking in and around the beautiful Blue Mountains! Use the quick links below to skip straight to your favourite pick your own fruit destinations in…
Here are 68 of the best things to do in the Blue Mountains. In our ultimate guide, you will discover activities for kids, places to eat and relax, the best bushwalks, beautiful sites, attractions and so much more! Get insight from a local for how to get the most out of your visit to the…
Glenbrook Tunnel, also known as Lapstone Hill Tunnel, is a historic single track 634-meter long s-shaped tunnel that operated from December 18, 1892 until September 25, 1913, as part of the Glenbrook Deviation on the main western train line. It currently sits locked and unused, but not for long! State funding provides a promising plan…
The rare once or twice in a lifetime pink flannel flowers in the Blue Mountains is an exquisite insight into the miracle of renewal and hope after devastation. The Blue Mountains pink flannel flower exhibition will only be on for another couple of weeks so take the opportunity to view this rare spectacle before they…
We had a wonderful time exploring the upper Blue Mountains with Blue Mountains Explorer Bus! Information including prices and timetable in this post was relevant for the SUMMER of 2020/2021 Boomerang Passes. For current pass information and timetable please visit the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus website. WHAT WE LOVED ABOUT BLUE MOUNTAINS EXPLORER BUS Affordable…
I grew up in the suburbs of Sydney and ever since BridgeClimb Sydney was born in 1998, I had my sights set on climbing the iconic coathanger. Sydney Harbour Bridge stands 134 metres above the sparkling Sydney Harbour, overseeing the whole city, and beyond! The Sydney Harbour Bridge is the epitome of Sydney’s skyline, the…
BridgeClimb Sydney is inviting the ‘Class of 2020’ school leavers and graduates alike to get amongst a celebration Climb experience including being the first-ever climbers to design their own BridgeClimb suits. Grad Climb groups of up to 14 will be given an exclusive first-time opportunity to create their own ‘custom climb suit’*. The group of…
2020 marks the twentieth anniversary of the reconciliation walks of 2000, when people came together to walk on bridges and roads across the nation to show their support for a more reconciled Australia. Teaching our children about Indigenous culture is possible any week of the year though – and the Blue Mountains have just the…
How’s the Serenity? Spring is the perfect time of year to visit The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath! This is when the Rhododendrons are in their most vivid and spectacular beauty. On sunny days – and even when the weather is cold – the (COVID safe) Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath are a wonderful place to stroll with…