Blue Gum Forest
Blue Gum Forest is a fine, historic example of closed forest, situated in Grose Valley in Blue Mountains National Park. Get to it by walking track from Perrys lookdown or Pierces Pass.
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Hartley Courthouse
This fine example of colonial architecture allows you to imagine the convicts, magistrates and members of the public passing through its doors. Book a guided tour through Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre.
- Price
- Fees apply. Free park entry.
- Where
- Hartley Historic Site in Sydney and surrounds
Scheyville Camp precinct
Take an easy walk around Scheyville Camp precinct in Scheyville National Park and explore the area's fascinating heritage. See restored buildings, remnants of structures long fallen, and uncover their unique history through interpretive signs.
St Bernards Church
Take a tour or arrange a wedding at St Bernards Church in Hartley, a lovingly preserved example of colonial sandstone architecture.
Yerranderie Private Town
At this early mining settlement you can explore a NSW ghost town that’s been lovingly preserved, with many relics remaining. It’s also a great area to go 4WD touring.
Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings
Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings near Windsor, just north of Sydney, are an important part of Australian history and a must-see for history buffs.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Cattai National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Heritage Pump Station
For a bit of locomotive history near Picton, visit the Heritage Pump Station. This historic site was once used to replenish steam trains on the old southern railway line.
Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
Visit Blue Mountains Heritage Centre to get expert advice on walking tracks, Aboriginal heritage, plants and animals and activities.
Greater Blue Mountains drive
Greater Blue Mountains Drive takes in the iconic scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains Area World Heritage Property. Explore Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba and beyond.
- Distance
- 1,200
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Glow Worm Tunnel walking track
Glow Worm Tunnel walking track is the fastest and easiest way to experience the wonder of this historic tunnel, lit by thousands of glow worms. It’s a favourite with visitors to Wollemi National Park, near Lithgow.
- Time
- 1 - 2hrs
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Wheelchair
access - No wheelchair access
- Where
- Wollemi National Park in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast, Country NSW