Katoomba Hop On Hop Off

Katoomba is a town in New South Wales, Australia, serving as the administrative center for Blue Mountains City Council and renowned for its scenic beauty. Situated on the Great Western Highway, Katoomba is a suburb of Greater Sydney, located 102 km (63 mi) west of Sydney Central Business District and 39 km (24 mi) southeast of Lithgow. The town is believed to be situated on the lands of the Dharug and Gundungurra Aboriginal peoples.

 

With a population of 7,964 people at the 2016 census, Katoomba's main industry is tourism, offering a base for bush and nature walks in the surrounding Blue Mountains. The Three Sisters rock formation, viewable from Echo Point, is a popular attraction that draws four million visitors each year. Other notable features of the Jamison Valley, visible from Echo Point, include Mount Solitary and the Ruined Castle rock formation. Visitors can take a short walk from Echo Point to access the Giant Stairway, which provides access to several nature walks through the valley.