Things to do & What's On in
the Blue Mountains
As Mountains locals of over 50 years, we know what's worth seeing.
Just over an hours drive west of Sydney, the Mountains is one of the most popular 'day drive' destinations anywhere in Australia. Loved by Sydney locals & tourists, its an easy self drive.
If its your first ever visit, stop in at Lindsay's Cafe for breakfast, and then spend the rest of the day further up the Mountains in Leura, Katoomba or Blackheath - enjoying the amazing views & quirky shops. They're what the mountains are famous for.
But if you seen that, try some of these ideas for a beautiful Spring, Autumn or Winters Day out.
All of these make a great day out, and a stop at Lindsay's for Breakfast, Morning Tea, or Lunch is just a perfect part of them.
Explore the Norman Lindsay Gallery & Gardens
There is a small charge to explore the Gardens of Norman Lindsay, or a larger fee to enter the Gallery itself. The statues are beautiful, the gardens lovely, and the short bush walk relaxing. Whilst you can visit the Cafe without visiting the Gallery (& many do), if you've not been before, its worth the stroll and entry. Some of the nudes among the artwork inside the Gallery can be a bit confronting for children. Garden only tickets are available from the Cafe.
Mid Mountains Bush Walks
These are typically quiet, relaxing walks, following nearby creeks with paths that only the locals know.
Family Favourite: Hazelbrook Oakland & Horse Shoe Falls: Four waterfalls in a single two hour bush walk, this trail is typical of the mid-Mountains. It starts at the bottom of Oaklands Rd in Hazelbrook (a simple right turn at the lights near the Caltex servo, and then ~700m along Oaklands Rd on the right hand side. Its a sign posted walk, yet narrow enough to feel like you're exploring real bush. In around 2 hours you can encounter four different water falls, climb behind some of them, and see a variety of birds, lizards, and locals. The track is dirt & uneven with steps, but no really big climbs so most kids ages 5 & up love it.
Our Recommendation: On a weekend, stop in for breakfast before at Lindsay's, or on a weekday, start the walk by around 10am & return to Lindsay's Cafe on completion having built up a big lunch appetite. Either way, this walk is best enjoyed in the morning.
