Visitor Information

Information for Visitors and Locals

The Blue Mountains is a magical place any time of the year. Glowing in autumn, cool in winter, colourful in spring and refreshing in summer. The Blue Mountains is densely populated by oil bearing Eucalyptus trees. The atmosphere is filled with finely dispersed droplets of oil, which, in combination with dust particles and water vapour, scatter short-wave length rays of light which are predominantly blue in colour. The Greater Blue Mountains was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2000 and was one of 15 World Heritage places included in the National Heritage List on 21 May 2007.

Things to See & DoThe Three Sisters, bushwalks, attractions overview, wet weather activities, Six Foot Track & more...

Local Town GuideA quick overview of each town describing their attractions and unique features ...

Location and MapsFind your way around, use our interactive map to make sure you don't miss anything on your trip...

Getting HereThe close proximity of the Blue Mountains to Sydney makes it an ideal getaway for a day trip...

World HeritageWhy is The Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Listed and what does this mean...

Weather and ClimateDetailed current weather forecast and what you can expect all year round...

Video and Photo GalleryFeaturing videos, 360° virtual tours as well as town by town highlight images...

History of the MountainsThe Blue Mountains region is rich in history. Once considered an impassable barrier...

What's OnThe Blue Mountains is packed with activities and events from major festivals & entertainment ...

Blue Mountains Sister CitiesWhich cities around the world are sister cities to the City of the Blue Mountains ...

Living in the Blue MountainsThe Blue Mountains is a great place to visit, an even better place to live ...

Accommodation AvailabilityFind places to stay available tonight, this week or when planning ahead ...

Traditional Owners

We acknowledge the Aboriginal Dharug, Gundungurra, Wanaruah, Wiradjuri, Darkinjung and Tharawal Nations as the traditional owners of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.