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Blue Mountains

New South Wales, Australia · Oceania

About Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Wentworth Falls, 3km from Three Sisters, Blue Mountains.

Blue Mountains is a town located in New South Wales, Australia. With a population of 78,121, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Blue Mountains sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Sydney time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Blue Mountains to your route.

About Blue Mountains

Leura railway station is a heritage-listed railway station located on the Main Western line in New South Wales, Australia. It serves the Blue Mountains town of Leura opening on 6 December 1890.

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Blue Mountains offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Blue Mountains located?

Blue Mountains is located in New South Wales, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -33.7133 latitude, 150.3306 longitude.

What is the population of Blue Mountains?

Blue Mountains has a population of approximately 78,121 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
78,121
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
New South Wales
Timezone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.7133, 150.3306

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Blue Mountains

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Three Sisters, Echo Point (Blue Mountains)

Sandstone rock formation above the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, viewed from Echo Point which has a large car park and visitor centre.

3 km · about 5 min drive

natural wonder

Three Sisters, Blue Mountains

Three towering sandstone pillars rising from the Jamison Valley, sacred to the local Gundungurra Aboriginal people.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

Cool-climate botanic garden on Bells Line of Road, a scenic alternative crossing of the Blue Mountains, with parking and escarpment views.

21 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Fruit Bowl & Pie Shop Bilpin

A popular roadside pie shop and fruit stand on the Bells Line of Road through the Blue Mountains, famous for its apple pies and mountain views.

31 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Jenolan Caves

Limestone cave system west of the Blue Mountains reached by a steep winding access road, offering guided tours through show caves.

31 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Kanangra Walls

A 200-metre sandstone escarpment at the wild western edge of the Blue Mountains, reached by a long gravel road from Oberon and a 20-minute clifftop walk. Vastly emptier than Echo Point.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Blue Mountains

  • Right hereThree Sisters, Echo Point (Blue Mountains)Sandstone rock formation above the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, viewed from Echo Point which has a large car park and visitor centre.
  • 36 kmKanangra WallsA 200-metre sandstone escarpment at the wild western edge of the Blue Mountains, reached by a long gravel road from Oberon and a 20-minute clifftop walk. Vastly emptier than Echo Point.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Blue Mountains.

Leura

🇦🇺 Australia

0 km awayPop. 4,802

Katoomba

🇦🇺 Australia

2 km awayPop. 8,204

Wentworth Falls

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 5,928

Bullaburra

🇦🇺 Australia

8 km awayPop. 1,199

Lawson

🇦🇺 Australia

9 km awayPop. 2,651

Blackheath

🇦🇺 Australia

10 km awayPop. 4,382

Hazelbrook

🇦🇺 Australia

12 km awayPop. 4,880

Woodford

🇦🇺 Australia

14 km awayPop. 1,884

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