Blue Mountains National Park
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Sydney
- Category
- National Park & Nature
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily Open all day · NSW National Parks states the park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger, and some parts of the park close overnight with details given for specific attractions. The contact centre answers calls 7:00-19:00 daily; the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath is open 9:00-16:00 and closed on Christmas Day; the Glenbrook entry station operates only on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
- Ticket Price
- Free Admission: No entry fee except at attractions in the Glenbrook area · A fee of AUD 8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area; an annual pass can be bought instead.
- Address
- Blue Mountains National Park, Katoomba, New South Wales, Australia
- Coordinates
- -33.7296, 150.3118
Introduction
Blue Mountains National Park, some 100 km west of Sydney, takes its name from the blue haze of eucalyptus oil refracting the sunlight; UNESCO listed it in 2000. Its classic view is the Three Sisters rock trio from Echo Point, steeped in Aboriginal legend. At Scenic World you can ride the glass-floored Skyway across the Jamison Valley or descend on the world's steepest funicular railway. Walking trails wind through sandstone canyons, waterfalls and temperate rainforest, and the three-tiered Wentworth Falls plus the Jenolan Caves deserve time of their own. Come at dawn, when blue mist climbs the valleys, and the name explains itself.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | Open all day |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open all day |
| Wednesday | Open all day |
| Thursday | Open all day |
| Friday | Open all day |
| Saturday | Open all day |
| Sunday | Open all day |
NSW National Parks states the park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger, and some parts of the park close overnight with details given for specific attractions. The contact centre answers calls 7:00-19:00 daily; the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath is open 9:00-16:00 and closed on Christmas Day; the Glenbrook entry station operates only on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
Ticket Information
| Free Admission | No entry fee except at attractions in the Glenbrook area |
|---|
A fee of AUD 8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area; an annual pass can be bought instead.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Blue Mountains National Park?
Monday: Open all day; Tuesday: Open all day; Wednesday: Open all day; Thursday: Open all day; Friday: Open all day; Saturday: Open all day; Sunday: Open all day; NSW National Parks states the park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger, and some parts of the park close overnight with details given for specific attractions. The contact centre answers calls 7:00-19:00 daily; the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath is open 9:00-16:00 and closed on Christmas Day; the Glenbrook entry station operates only on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
How much is the admission for Blue Mountains National Park?
Free Admission: No entry fee except at attractions in the Glenbrook area; A fee of AUD 8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area; an annual pass can be bought instead.
Any practical tips for visiting Blue Mountains National Park?
Echo Point parking fills fast — come early or take a tour coach. Scenic World passes cover all rides; the railway queue runs longest.
How long should I spend at Blue Mountains National Park?
A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.
