Top Things to do in Blue Mountains
Top Restaurants in Blue Mountains
The 10 Best Lookouts in Blue Mountains, New South Wales
The Blue Mountains are named for the delicate azure haze that lingers along the region, which is actually a fine cloud of oil emitted by eucalyptus trees. The mystical mountains are a labyrinth of plateaus, gorges and gum trees. Check out the Katoomba Scenic Railway (the steepest railway in the world), the Jenolan Caves and the Giant Staircase nature walk.
Restaurants in Blue Mountains
1. Pulpit Rock Lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Skootamattaken - Kingston, Canada
This is one of the best vantage points for scenic views across Grose Valley, taking in Blue Gum Forest and Govetts Leap in Blue Mountains National Park. There are many signposts to give you guidance which trail to take, their difficulty of grade, length and distance. Birding is quite good here too. Don't forget to bring your camera! Free admission.
2. Baltzer Lookout
3. Hargraves Lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By BarbaraT445
this look out has amazing views across Megalong valley, with several viewing platforms to look out over the valley.
4. Cahill's Lookout
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5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By DanielBry - Canberra, Australia
Grab a few drinks and some snacks, take a blanket, and arrive about half an hour before sunset to score a spot overlooking Boar's Head and Narrow Neck Plateau. It's really magical to see the cliffs lit up in the fiery red of the sunset. Perfect way to say farewell to the sun.
5. Elysian Rock Lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By swanboy01 - Mickleton, United Kingdom
There are loads of lookout points around this area. This one is easily accessible, and doesn’t have hoards of tourists competing for the view. And of course it offers a great view. You can walk along a trail in both directions from it to other lookout points.
6. Queen Elizabeth Lookout
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By PeterLangston - Tamworth, Australia
A spacious viewing area on several levels, makes it impossible to miss any of the view of The Three Sisters, one of Australia's iconic rosck formations. No less impressive is the Jamison Valley which is opened by the view. Toilet and cafe facilities are good at the venue and a shuttle bus willl bring you to the spot from Kattomba Railway Station and several other points of interest around Katoomba.
7. Barrow Lookout
8. Cliff Top Walking Track
9. Kanangra-Boyd lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By sangarapillaim - Greater Sydney, Australia
About 25 KM on a gravel road to the spot with plenty of parking. Near this area, there is a camping spot. Did see four or five campervans and with families. Steep descent / ascend to see the water falls.
10. Wentworth Falls Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,180 reviews
Reviewed By Subodhsj - Sydney, Australia
This place is full of beauty and amazing views, there are different walks to explore these points, you can try 30mins to 4hours walk. Park your car near Picnic area or get there by bus and walk through Jasmine lookout and walking track towards Wentworth fall, you may see small cascades depending on weather. Best time to visit is light rain, do not try this place in heavy rains. If you are trying more than 30mins walk have some food and water with you for quick energy. Keep watching sign boards to follow direction.
