Anvil Rock is a characteristic lookout point in the Blackheath area of the Blue Mountains, where visitors can enjoy incredible 360-degree Grose Valley views.
Nearby Wind Eroded Cave is a unique rock formation shaped like a wave-like overhang created by wind erosion.
The Jingga Track is a short but very steep bushwalk in Dharawal National Park that leads to a beautiful natural waterhole and a small waterfall.
The waterhole is suitable for swimming, which makes this trip an even more enjoyable outdoor adventure on a warm summer’s day.
The O’Hares Creek Lookout in Dharawal National Park is a scenic viewing platform with fantastic views of the O’Hares Creek gorge and surrounding scenery.
A short and easy, family-friendly walking track will get you to this lookout that is still a bit of a hidden gem in this beautiful part of Sydney.
The South Lawson Waterfall Circuit Walk is a scenic bushwalking trail that takes in four small but pretty waterfalls in the southern part of Lawson.
It’s also one of the few dog-friendly walks in the Blue Mountains where your furry friend is more than welcome to enjoy this exciting hike with you.
Maddens Falls is a stunning cascade waterfall in the rural locality of Darkes Forest in Dharawal National Park, located about 50 km south of Sydney.
A short and easy 1 km bushwalk through upland swamp communities brings visitors to a viewing platform that offers beautiful views of the waterfall.
The Katoomba Cascades form a small but beautiful water spectacle on the Kedumba River in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains.
Two short walking trails, starting from the cascades, lead to two different lookouts from where visitors can soak in fantastic views of the Jamison Valley.
The walking track to Walls Lookout in the Blue Mountains is a short trail to one of the most impressive vantage points in the region.
This trail is located in the Bells Line of Road area of the Blue Mountains, which is typically much quieter than the Katoomba, Leura, Wentworth Falls, and Blackheath areas.
Minerva Pool is a beautiful natural water hole in Dharawal National Park, accessible via a short and relatively easy bush walking track.
A fenced lookout platform towards the end of the walking trail offers scenic views of the pool and the surrounding scenery.
Cape Solander in Kurnell’s Kamay Botany Bay National Park is a scenic viewpoint featuring stunning ocean views and impressive coastal cliffs.
Known as one of the best whale-watching spots in Sydney, Cape Solander is a great starting point for several coastal and bush walking tracks in this unique area just south of Sydney.
Blessed with a unique city skyline, iconic landmarks, and a scenic landscape, it’s no wonder there are so many places in Sydney where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset.
These sunset spots can be in or close to the city, around the Harbour, along the coastline, or at one of the many beaches.
In Sydney, the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, with some fluctuations throughout the seasons. As such, you need to look for places with views to the west to see the sun setting in the evening.
The Rocket Point Lookout is an impressive vantage point in Wentworth Falls, offering panoramic views of the waterfall and Jamison Valley.
A short round walk, starting from the top of the waterfall, will bring you to this lookout, which often gets overlooked by visitors to Wentworth Falls.
The Princes Rock Lookout is a scenic viewing point in the Wentworth Falls area of the Blue Mountains, offering panoramic waterfall and valley views.
A short walking track starting from the picnic area leads to this lookout, the perfect opportunity to see the entire waterfall without having to do intense bushwalking.
The Waterfall Way is a 185 km long scenic drive between Coffs Harbour and Armidale, passing through New England and Dorrigo national parks, with numerous impressive waterfalls to discover.
With so many impressive sights to visit, it’s no surprise the Waterfall Way is a popular weekend destination in northern New South Wales.
The Winifred Falls Trail is a short, family-friendly bushwalking trail in Royal National Park that leads to a small but very pretty waterfall.
At the waterfall, visitors can relax on one of the many rock platforms or venture out a bit further along South West Arm Creek.
Warragamba Dam is Australia’s largest concrete dam and is responsible for the creation of Lake Burragorang, Sydney’s primary reservoir for water supply.
Visiting the dam’s visitor centre and the various lookout points is a great opportunity to discover the fascinating history and significance of the dam.
The Harbour Bridge is arguably Sydney’s most iconic landmark. Connecting the CBD with Sydney’s north shore, it is both a popular tourist attraction and a crucial piece of infrastructure.
Walking across the Harbour Bridge via the pedestrian walkway is the easiest and best way to experience the beauty of this landmark while also enjoying the incredible city and Harbour views.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is widely considered Sydney’s most iconic landmark, and a visit to Sydney is not complete without seeing or walking across the Harbour Bridge.
There are many ways to get up close and personal with Sydney’s famous bridge, but perhaps the best way is by visiting the Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout.
Eagle Rock is a striking rock formation in the Royal National Park that closely resembles an eagle’s beak. Nearby, you’ll find Curracurrong Falls, one of the rare waterfalls in the world that plunges directly into the ocean.
A scenic coastal walk, starting from Wattamolla, leads to these two iconic landmarks, with fantastic views to take in along the way.
Pulpit Rock near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains is a large cliff edge with three lookout points spread across different levels. The lookouts are connected via a path with several sets of stairs.
An unsealed road and a short walking path will get you to the Pulpit Rock Lookout, offering panoramic views of the Grose Valley and beyond.
Belmore Falls in Morton National Park is a stunning plunge waterfall with two drops on Barrengarry Creek.
A short walking track takes in several lookout points, including the Hindmarsh Lookout, from where you can enjoy panoramic views of Kangaroo Valley.