- Blue Mountains

· Part of the Greater Blue Mountains area, which includes 7 national parks and was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage natural site in 2000.
· Home to vast stretches of pristine bushland and subtropical rainforest, with eucalyptus trees being the most prominent feature.
· Features magnificent natural landscapes. Due to the vast area, visitors typically tour via shuttle bus or private vehicle.
· Each season offers different views: spring brings cherry, peach, and crabapple blossoms, while autumn features maple, birch, and dawn redwood foliage.

Scenic World Blue Mountains is located near the Three Sisters in Katoomba, about 2 hours from Sydney. Features include:

  • Scenic Skyway with world's first electro-plated glass floor

  • Views of Three Sisters, Mount Solitary, Jamison Valley, and Katoomba Falls

  • Cableway descending into heritage-listed rainforest

  • Scenic Railway (world's steepest incline railway) with 52-degree descent through an 80m tunnel

Transportation

  1. Train: Take Blue Mountains Line from Central Station (platforms 12-13) to Katoomba (2 hours), then Blue Mountain Trolley Tours shuttle

  2. Drive: Follow Parramatta Road and M4 motorway

  3. Bus: Regular Citylink bus service between Sydney and Blue Mountains

  4. Organized Tours: 1-2 day tours available from Sydney tour operators

Admission
Free

Opening Hours
24 hours (January 1 - December 31, Monday-Sunday)

 

Charlotte Brooks Apr 19,2025

It's actually quite ordinary - just one of the scenic spots in the Blue Mountains, and it's often shrouded in clouds and mist, making visibility poor. If you've seen China's Five Great Mountains, you don't need to take this attraction too seriously.

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