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1. www.visitnsw.com › blue-mountains › katoomba-areaKatoomba & surrounds, Blue Mountains - Things to do ...

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   Katoomba is the heart of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains and an easy place to find your freedom. Not only is this charming town the gateway to spectacular natural attractions like the Three Sisters, it’s also an attraction in itself, with wondrous heritage hotels, a thriving cafe culture, and shopping and galleries galore.

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2. uta.utmb.worldUltra-Trail Australia by UTMB

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   From 15-18 May 2025, the scenic and serene town of Katoomba in the heart of the stunning Blue Mountains, NSW, will once again welcome thousands of runners, spectators and support crew to Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB (UTA).

3. www.bluemts.com.au › info › townsKatoomba | Towns | info | Blue Mountains

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   Katoomba is the most visited town in the Blue Mountains. It wasn’t until 1879 that the town of Katoomba became known when J.B. North opened the Katoomba Coal Mine. Coal was obtained from the side of the mountain near Orphan Rock using a cable car to bring the coal to the top. The now famous Scenic Railway operates in the original cutting in ...

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4. www.australiantraveller.com › nsw › blue-mountainsTop 16 Things to Do in Katoomba - Australian Traveller

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   • Visit the Three Sisters. Perhaps the most iconic Katoomba sight, the Three Sisters rise almost one kilometre above sea level from the north escarpment of the Jamison Valley.
   • Try a beer at Mountain Culture. This Blue Mountains-born craft brewery barrels out interesting and high-quality beer that’s adored around Australia, but you’ll only find the Brewpub in Katoomba.
   • Discover Scenic World. A veritable theme park with nature as the star attraction, Scenic World is a collection of jaw-dropping rides that show the magnitude of beauty in the Blue Mountains National Park.
   • Check out Katoomba Falls. Thundering 150 metres from the Kedumba River to the Jamison Valley below, Katoomba Falls is one of the Blue Mountain’s most captivating waterfalls.

5. www.visitnsw.com › katoomba-area › katoombaKatoomba, Blue Mountains – Accommodation, things to do & more ...

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   The Katoomba Falls Reserve Night-lit Walk offers a truly unique Blue Mountains bushwalking experience that’s suitable for all ages and abilities. At dusk until 11pm, floodlights and path lights illuminate this 1.5km track to give hikers a night-time viewing experience. You’ll take in views of amazing natural landmarks like Orphan Rock ...

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6. www.scenicworld.com.auScenic World

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   Mountains of fun without mountains of CO2. Scenic World is proud to be certified Carbon Neutral for our services as a tourist attraction by Climate Active. Also accredited by Ecotourism Australia as a Green Travel Leader, in June 2024 Scenic World was inducted to Ecotourism Australia's Hall of Fame for reaching 20 years as a certified operator.

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   Where is Katoomba?

   • The historic Blue Mountains town of Katoomba is a vibrant, creative enclave filled with attractions from outdoor excitement to cosy places to sit and sip. The lofty town of Katoomba is at the heart of the Blue Mountains.

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   Is Katoomba a good place to live?

   • Katoomba is the heart of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains and an easy place to find your freedom. Not only is this charming town the gateway to spectacular natural attractions like the Three Sisters, it’s also an attraction in itself, with wondrous heritage hotels, a thriving cafe culture, and shopping and galleries galore.

   Katoomba, The Blue Mountains - Things to do, accommodation & more

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   Where is Katoomba in the Blue Mountains?

   • The lofty town of Katoomba is at the heart of the Blue Mountains. Set on the fringe of the heritage-listed national park, this heritage centre is usually the first stop on any excursion into the high-country and is a great place to base oneself.

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   What to do in Katoomba?

   • Escape To The Blue Mountains!» Katoomba features Scenic World railway and skyway, bush walks, the Three Sisters, galleries, restaurants, the Pavillion, The Edge Maxvision Cinema and Katoomba's Visitor Information Centre.

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   Is Katoomba a railway station?

   • Katoomba was connected to the Main Western railway line in 1874, when the station was called "The Crushers". [ 21 ] Katoomba railway station is now served by the Blue Mountains Line. The weekly Outback Xplorer from Sydney to Broken Hill also stops at Katoomba. The Great Western Highway is the main road access route.

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   How did Katoomba get its name?

   • In 1874 the locality was named The Crushers after the name of the railway station that served a nearby quarry. The name Katoomba was adopted in 1877 and the town achieved municipality status in 1889. [ 4 ] For thousands of years, the Blue Mountains were home to Aboriginal peoples, specifically, the Gundungurra and Darug tribes.

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8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Katoomba,_New_South_WalesKatoomba, New South Wales - Wikipedia

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   Katoomba is the home of local community radio station 89.1 Radio Blue Mountains. The local cinema is called The Edge, located on the Great Western Highway. Since 2014, Katoomba has hosted the biennial Vertical Film Festival. There is also a live entertainment scene in Katoomba, with a wide range of music on offer at various venues, and theatre.