Katoomba, Administrative center in Blue Mountains, Australia
Katoomba stands at 1,017 meters above sea level in New South Wales, offering extensive views across the Blue Mountains National Park landscape.
The establishment of coal mining operations and the railway extension in 1882 transformed this mountain settlement into a central tourist destination.
The Katoomba Winter Magic Festival gathers local artists, musicians, and performers annually to celebrate mountain culture through street performances and exhibitions.
Regular train services connect Katoomba to Sydney Central Station, with a journey time of two hours through the Blue Mountains region.
The name originates from the Aboriginal word Kedumba, referring to the sound of falling waters in the mountain valleys.
Location: New South Wales
Location: City of Blue Mountains
Location: Megalong
Elevation above the sea: 991 m
Shares border with: Medlow Bath, Leura, Blue Mountains National Park, Megalong Valley
GPS coordinates: -33.71500,150.31200
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:30
Three Sisters
2.3 km
Paragon Cafe
135 m
The Carrington Hotel, Katoomba
241 m
Katoomba Falls
1.6 km
Explorers tree
2.3 km
Echo Point
2 km
Leuralla
2 km
Bridal Veil Falls, Leura
1.3 km
Mount St Marys College and Convent
596 m
Scenic Skyway
1.6 km
Varuna, The Writers' House
1.1 km
Orphan Rocker
1.8 km
Katoomba Post Office
163 m
Palais Royale
369 m
Coleraine and Ritla
827 m
Blue Colony Guest House
854 m
Raeburn
112 m
Orphan Rock
1.9 km
Heather Brae
904 m
Archipelago
364 m
Dorellan
890 m
Scenic Cableway
1.9 km
Former bank building
166 m
Clivedon
426 m
Katoomba Exchange
56 m
Prince Henry Picnic Area
1.5 km
49-57 Katoomba Street, Katoomba
165 m
Old Katoomba Fire Station
373 mReviews
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