Top Things to do in Blue Mountains
Top Restaurants in Blue Mountains
What to do and see in Blue Mountains, New South Wales: The Best Specialty Museums
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. Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By KrisHalliwell - Maitland, Australia
Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum Valley Heights (approx. half an hour from Katoomba) steam tram ride, trains, carriages, model trains, memorabilia, small cafe and souvenir shop This was an amazing day out for the whole family. You can enthuse over the model trains, ride the stream tram and climb in and out of all the big old trains and carriages. If you're lucky you will even get a chance to 'toot' the train whistle! My kids especially liked how they could turn all the knobs, press buttons, switch switches and move leavers. The cafe serves light refreshments, tea & coffee, sandwiches, pies & cakes OPEN 10am-4pm (last ride at 3:30pm). Check their website for their open days. Family $45 (2 Adults, 2 Children) Tusculum Road ph:47514638 #happylittlevegemitedotonline #bluemo untainswithkids #vanepensroadtrips
2. Oberon and District Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
3. Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
The history of the Lithgow Small Arms Factory is about people - their aspirations, achievements and disappointments, the economic and social hardships endured, the influence of our British heritage on Australia in the early 1900s, and sheer human stubborness. It is also about the introduction of new technologies into the emerging new nation. Lithgow SAF was Australia's first high precision mass production facility. This Museum was formed to celebrate its history. Situated on the existing Factory site, this unique museum is widely recognised for its comprehensive collection of modern firearms from around the world, but more than that, it is a showcase of Australian manufacturing. Displays show the production processes and social history of this renowned facility. Visitors are amazed by the myriad of commercial items produced which provided the Factory's lifeblood between wars and preserved the valuable skills of its workforce.
Reviewed By 760brendanr - Blue Mountains, Australia
The museum features an amazing collection of small arms from the era when they were first mass produced to the current day. From pistols to heavy machine guns there are weapons from a range of countries. Many exhibits are unique because of their designated purpose or amazing engraving. Even for those who have no affinity for weapons as such, it is difficult not to be impressed at the innovation, dedication to precision and engineering marvels that created these works. Former employees of the small arms factory are available as guides to add additional colour and detail to the story of many of these display items. It is easy to spent a couple of hours at the museum. Highly recommended
4. Eskbank House and Museum
5. Leuralla
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By ChrissieWilliams81 - Wyong Creek, Australia
A stunning place. Toys galore, gardens, buildings and things to explore. Lose yourself in childhood nostalgia. Spend a couple of hours exploring the trinkets in each room and cabinet.
6. Oberon Military Museum
7. Kurrajong Radio Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
