Find the most beautiful lookouts in the Blue Mountains, from the Wentworth Falls area to Bells Line of Road, via Leura, Katoomba, and Blackheath.
The Blue Mountains is home to many impressive lookouts. Some are popular and easy to reach, while others are less known and tucked away from the main tracks.
The Lillians Bridge Track to the Gladstone Lookout is a short but highly enjoyable walk to a viewing point that is still a bit of a hidden gem.
The walk starts from the Fairmont Resort in Leura and forms part of the Grand Cliff Top Walk between Wentworth Falls and Katoomba.
The family-friendly Darwins Walk follows Jamison Creek to the top of Wentworth Falls, winding through stunning bushland scenery, with a few smaller cascades and creek crossings to explore along the way.
Formerly called the Charles Darwin Walk, this well-loved, dog-friendly trail features bridges and boardwalks, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels.
Sydney’s most popular weekend destination, the Blue Mountains, is home to countless walking tracks, beautiful sights, scenic waterfalls, and trendy towns.
But with so many attractions and activities in the Blue Mountains, it can be challenging for first-time visitors to work out where to go in one day.
The Watsons Bay Walk is a scenic trail around South Head, offering scenic views of Sydney Harbour, the city skyline, the Tasman Sea, North Head, and the historic Hornby Lighthouse.
This family-friendly walk, which includes the South Head Heritage Trail and the Gap Bluff Walking Track, is located in one of Sydney’s most popular tourist areas and is easily accessible by ferry.
Located within Royal National Park, the Wattamolla Beach area offers a scenic lagoon, a secluded beach, a picturesque waterfall, and a spacious picnic ground.
This hidden gem has become one of Sydney’s most sought-after spots for weekend and day trips, perfect for a relaxing family outing.
The Providential Point Lookout is a stunning viewing point in the Wattamolla area of Royal National Park, offering beautiful coastal views.
A short walking trail from the Wattamolla car park will get you to this lookout, with various other walks and things to do nearby to make a day of it.
Explore the best attractions and activities in Lithgow and its surrounding area, from historic sites and museums to scenic bushwalks and lookouts.
Lithgow is a historic town located on the western edge of the Blue Mountains, about two hours driving from Sydney via the Great Western Highway or the Bells Line of Road.
Discover the best walking tracks in Wentworth Falls, one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Blue Mountains.
Home to one of the most scenic waterfalls in New South Wales, Wentworth Falls attracts thousands of visitors each year.
The Grose Head South Lookout is a remote lookout point in the Blue Mountains that offers beautiful views of the Lower Grose Wilderness.
It can be accessed via two walking tracks that together create an enjoyable loop walk, which also serves as a popular cycling trail in the Winmalee area.
McMahons Point Lookout is a scenic vantage point south of Wentworth Falls, offering panoramic views of Lake Burragorang and its rugged surroundings.
This remote spot is reached via Kings Tableland Road, a 20 km unsealed track that also serves as a popular cycling route.
Sydney is home to a diverse coastline and one of the world’s most scenic harbours, offering no shortage of beautiful bays and quiet beaches.
One of the best ways to enjoy this natural beauty is on foot. In this guide, you’ll find eight of Sydney’s most scenic bay walks, perfect for soaking up the views.
Discover the best waterholes in the Blue Mountains, perfect for a peaceful swim surrounded by stunning natural scenery.
There’s nothing quite like taking a dip in a serene Blue Mountains waterhole, especially when it’s complemented by a cascading waterfall. But these wild swimming spots offer more than just a refreshing swim, as the bushwalking trails leading to them are equally rewarding and full of adventure.
The West Rim Track at Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park is a pleasant 3.5 km bushwalking trail with several lookouts that offer scenic waterfall views.
With so many lookouts offering fantastic views of the valley and the waterfall, you may find that this walk will take a bit longer than expected, but you can make the walk as short or as long as you wish.
Fitzroy Falls, nestled in Morton National Park in the Southern Highlands, is an impressive waterfall located in a village of the same name.
A short walking trail from the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre takes you to a lookout platform, where you’ll be treated to spectacular views of the waterfall and the sweeping Yarrunga Valley.
The Empire Pass and Dantes Glen Waterfall Circuit is a picturesque bushwalking trail in North Lawson, featuring four small but scenic waterfalls.
This 5.5 km loop consists of two walks: the shorter Dantes Glen Track, which includes 3 of the 4 waterfalls, and the Empire Pass, a historic walk through lush rainforest.
The Katoomba Falls Round Walk is a family-friendly trail that leads to several lookouts, each offering stunning views of the iconic waterfall.
This beautiful segmented waterfall is situated between Echo Point and Scenic World in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
The Birdwood Gully Round Walk is an easy to moderately challenging bushwalking trail in the Springwood area of the Blue Mountains.
This family-friendly walking trail follows Springwood Creek through beautiful scenery, including caves, cliff overhangs, small footbridges, and large trees.
Located on the western edge of Sydney’s Central Business District, Barangaroo Reserve is a modern Sydney Harbour foreshore park, featuring open landscaping, expansive grassy areas, and a network of walking paths.
The reserve was created as part of the Barangaroo transformation project, which turned a former industrial site into a vibrant business, entertainment, and leisure precinct.
The Bradleys Head Walk is a short, family-friendly trail that leads to an iconic landmark in Sydney Harbour, with beautiful views from start to finish.
This walk starts from the Taronga Zoo ferry wharf and follows the Athol Bay shoreline before arriving at Bradleys Head, where you can spend some time sightseeing.