Guidebook for Leura
Food Scene
They do great pies and beautiful sourdough... be sure to get in early to avoid queues.
54 residents recomanen
Bakehouse on Wentworth
105 Wentworth StThey do great pies and beautiful sourdough... be sure to get in early to avoid queues.
Leura Gourmet
159 Leura MallGood for a coffee with a view
Lily's Pad Cafe
19 Grose StreetOutdoor seating for Breaky great for kids
Hands down best coffee around ... worth the trip to Katoomba and it's conveniently located outside of the main town on the way to Echo Point
35 residents recomanen
Cassiopeia Coffee Katoomba
79 Lurline StHands down best coffee around ... worth the trip to Katoomba and it's conveniently located outside of the main town on the way to Echo Point
For high tea with a view (call ahead to book)
80 residents recomanen
The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains
88 Great Western HwyFor high tea with a view (call ahead to book)
Anonymous Cafe
237-238 Great Western HwyGreat coffee to have before taking a walk down Govetts leap
Vesta Blackheath
33 Govetts Leap RoadGreat food and wine
Solitary
90 Cliff DrGood food with a view a little bit fancy
Red Door Cafe
134 Leura MallGreat for coffee and Breaky
Drinks & Nightlife
Great to wind down and catch the spectacular Mountains sunset from the back verandah.
51 residents recomanen
Alexandra Hotel Leura
62 Great Western HwyGreat to wind down and catch the spectacular Mountains sunset from the back verandah.
Good for drinks and a woodfire pizza. Super close to trains and taxi rank if you decide to settle in for a few after visiting the three sisters.
93 residents recomanen
Station Bar & Woodfired Pizza
287 Bathurst RdGood for drinks and a woodfire pizza. Super close to trains and taxi rank if you decide to settle in for a few after visiting the three sisters.
It's a beautiful old hotel that's worth stopping for a drink in that old bar or if you want something a little more casual you can stroll down the driveway into the piano bar where you'll also find a beer garden
85 residents recomanen
The Carrington Hotel
15-47 Katoomba StIt's a beautiful old hotel that's worth stopping for a drink in that old bar or if you want something a little more casual you can stroll down the driveway into the piano bar where you'll also find a beer garden
Parks & Nature
Mirador de Govetts Leap
Beautiful views and walks
You will find ALL the tourists here checking out the famous three sisters. There are also some good walks but be prepared for the masses.
8 residents recomanen
Echo Point Lookout, Echo Point Rd, Stand A station
You will find ALL the tourists here checking out the famous three sisters. There are also some good walks but be prepared for the masses.
Gordon Falls
Local views and a nice walk from the house
You can walk here from Gordon Falls if you're after a more challenging walk
15 residents recomanen
Leura Cascades Walking Track
Leura Cascades Walking TrackYou can walk here from Gordon Falls if you're after a more challenging walk
Lyrebird Dell Walking Track
Lyrebird Dell Walking TrackNice to walk through to Gordon Falls keep your kiddies close by
This walk isn't for the faint hearted but has spectacular views and interesting colonial history documented throughout the walk. It might be tricky with little ones so keep them close.
17 residents recomanen
National Pass
This walk isn't for the faint hearted but has spectacular views and interesting colonial history documented throughout the walk. It might be tricky with little ones so keep them close.
You can get dropped at the Charles Darwin walk in Wentworth Falls and walk bak to Leura for a pick up at the Fairmont Resort
20 residents recomanen
Charles Darwin Walk
Darwins WalkYou can get dropped at the Charles Darwin walk in Wentworth Falls and walk bak to Leura for a pick up at the Fairmont Resort
Learn more about the Indigenous history of the mountains at The Gully (Catalina Park).
https://www.creativespirits.info/australia/new-south-wales/katoomba/the-gully-walk#toc0
Catalina Avenue
Catalina AvenueLearn more about the Indigenous history of the mountains at The Gully (Catalina Park).
https://www.creativespirits.info/australia/new-south-wales/katoomba/the-gully-walk#toc0
Entertainment & Activities
Scenic World station
LOT 591 Cliff DrSick of walking? Catch the Scenic Railway
Want to catch a movie? You can look up what's on online
39 residents recomanen
United Cinemas The Edge
225 Great Western HwyWant to catch a movie? You can look up what's on online
Take yourself back in time and visit the Mt Vic Flicks a vintage cinema... I think you can still order a cuppa tea at the candy bar
88 residents recomanen
Mount Vic Flicks
2A Harley AveTake yourself back in time and visit the Mt Vic Flicks a vintage cinema... I think you can still order a cuppa tea at the candy bar
Arts & Culture
Learn about local culture and get more info on sights to see while in town
112 residents recomanen
Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
30 Parke StLearn about local culture and get more info on sights to see while in town
Essentials
Woolworths Leura
160 Leura MallYou can buy all your essentials here
Leura Butchery
176 Leura MallSupport our local butcher and pick up your cuts here
An amazing selection of boutique beers and wines. No sure what you want... just ask Scotty for help his knowledge is astounding
13 residents recomanen
Leura Cellars
169-171 The MallAn amazing selection of boutique beers and wines. No sure what you want... just ask Scotty for help his knowledge is astounding
Getting Around
Leura Station
10 minute walk from the house
Katoomba
Call a cab on: 02) 4782 1311
http://www.katoombataxis.com.au/