The Blue Mountain is situated to the west of the sprawling metropolitan area of Sydney constitute one of the most accessible areas of relatively un-spoilt natural highland beauty in Australia Although not particularly high as a mountain range, the Blue Mountains are renowned for their majestic scenery of a unique kind, their cultural attractions and a relatively tranquil, alternative mode of life. Leura is right next to Katoomba, is a quaint craft shops, and boutique shopping. Wentworth close to Katoomba, bush, views and Bed and Breakfasts. Blackreath genuinely pretty mountain town, surrounded by parks and scenic walks. Mount Victoria the highest point of the mountains Springwood in the lower mountains at the edge of Sydney It is easy to get around the mountains by our Sedan and SUV limousine car to avoid congestion of parking is generally difficult. So it is stress and hastle free tour for Scenic World and Echo Point. The most popular attraction near Katoomba a major lookout with incredible views of the Jamison Valley and the Three Sisters. There's also an Information Centre here with displays about the environment of the area, so its a good place to start your visit to the mountains. Maps and souvenirs available for sale. Come back at night to see the area lit up. There is an easy walk down to a bridge where you can walk to the base of the sisters. Free, but parking close to the point is expensive. The Blue Mountains have been inhabited for several thousand years by the Gundungurra people. The European settlers found that the Blue Mountains cliffs were sufficiently challenging to prevent explorers from penetrating the inland of New South Wales from Sydney for some time. Attempts to cross the mountains began in the very early 1800s and it was not until 1813 when Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson found a way across the mountains by following the ridges rather than the watercourses.