There is a particular magic to live music in the Blue Mountains - the scene is as diverse as the landscape. If you’re looking to soundtrack your mountain escape, here are some of the premier venues where the stage is always set.

Chasing jaw-dropping sunsets has to be one of the best things to do in the Blue Mountains. In the light of golden hour, the landscape completely transforms as a palette of vibrant colours dance across the sky.

Sunset Rock Lookout offers one of the most breathtaking sunset views in the upper Blue Mountains from an unfenced rock outcrop on the edge of the escarpment at Mount Victoria.

Located at the highest point of the Blue Mountains in historic Mount Victoria, Closeburn House is a magnificent 19th-century mansion turned boutique guesthouse.

From locally curated retro fashion and vinyl to antiques, curios and timeless décor, the Blue Mountains is a vintage lover’s paradise. Here’s your guide to the best vintage and antique shops worth exploring.

This architectural journey showcases the region's 1920s and 30s glamour, from Katoomba’s main street lined with 1930s buildings, cafes, and shops, to Art-Deco styled gardens and historic landmarks.

Housed in the historic Mount Victoria Manor, Hotel Etico is Australia’s first social enterprise hotel, providing hospitality training and independent living skills to young adults with intellectual disabilities.

Affectionately known as the V&A, this lovingly restored hotel oozes quirk and charm, and is a treasure trove of period features and fascinating curiosities, inviting you to delve into the past.

More than just a cinema, Mount Vic Flicks is a window into the golden age of Australian country theatre, offering a nostalgic escape from the sterile multiplex experience.

Perched at the highest point of the Blue Mountains is a Mount Vic and Me. More than just a boutique - it’s a vibrant love letter to the quirky side of Australian history and pop culture.