Things to do in the Blue Mountains: 24 Hour Travel Guide

Are you looking to spend 24 hours in the beautiful Australian Blue Mountains? Then look no further because today I'll be taking you through the ULTIMATE 24 hour itinerary including how to get there, what to do, what to eat and more. The Blue Mountains is located a short 2 hour drive from Sydney and is the perfect place to go for a day trip out of the city.

How to get there from Sydney

This itinerary is designed for driving due to the distance between some of the different locations. It is possible to catch the train to the Mountains however you may need visit less places.

WHEN TO GO

The Blue Mountains can be visited all year round. During the Summer months (December - February) temperatures average around 18°C. Summer in the Blue Mountains is peak season so it is worth planning in advance and booking any activities/ restaurants you are wanting to visit. During Winter (June - August) the average temperature is 5°C - making it possible that you will see snow on your visit.

Things to do in the Blue Mountains: 24 Hour Travel Guide

This travel guide will take you to some of the Blue Mountain's best lookouts, historic spots, gardens and more.

Morning Spots

Lennox Bridge - Start the morning off by visiting Lennox bridge, the oldest stone bridge that still exists in Australia. There is a small parking area near the bridge that allows you to access it with ease. There are steps that lead down to a creek which flows under the bridge. This is a quick stop but worth a visit.

Sunflower field - Glenbernie Family Farms is a gorgeous field where you can pick your own sunflowers. It costs $10 to enter (you can book tickets here) and then you pay a few dollars per sunflower that you pick. Don't make the same mistake I did and forget garden scissors!

The Grumpy Baker - Drive 20 minutes from the farm and you will arrive at the most delicious bakery in Bilpin. Filled with fresh bread, pastries and pies, it is the perfect spot to grab a snack to keep you going.

Afternoon Spots

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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden - The Botanic Garden features hundreds of plant species from around the world, grouped together based on their geographical origin. There's a European inspired garden, South African section and an area of rare plants that are local to the Blue Mountains region.

Walls Lookout - Located within the Blue Mountains National Park, this spectacular lookout can be accessed via a short walk. The track is a relatively easy 2 km return. The start of the walking track is located on Bells Line of Road. Turn off the road at the ''Pierces Pass Picnic Area'' sign and park in the carpark.

Bilpin Cider Co. - After a busy day, head to Bilpin Cider for some food + local ciders. If you are the designated driver, try the range of non-alcoholic ciders.

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