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[title]There aren’t many places you can earn more parent brownie points than from Scenic World. It’s one of nature’s most thrilling playgrounds, featuring the world’s steepest railway, rainforest boardwalks and two epic cable cars. You’ll find Scenic World in Katoomba, in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park.
The area sits across a diversity of ecosystems, so there’s a ridiculous amount of fun biological facts to discover. Plus, Scenic World offers Indigenous experiences, so it's both educational and action-packed.
It’s only an hour-and-a-half trip from Sydney, so you could do it in one day, but if you ask us, you’re better off taking the whole weekend to experience the full range of activities.
The attraction is super accessible – a short bus ride from Katoomba train station, and there’s plenty of parking – yet it gives you a front-row seat to some of Mother Nature’s greatest work. There’s so much to see and do that you can do a pick-and-mix of the activities that suit your family best, or package them all together with a day pass. Here’s what on offer:
Scenic Skyway
In 1958, this was Australia’s first cable car, and today, the modern version is the largest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere. Soar 270m above the canopy of the rainforest and enjoy sweeping views of the incredible Three Sisters rock formation, Katoomba Falls, Mount Solitary, Orphan Rock and the Jamison Valley.
Scenic Cableway
While the Skyway heads from cliff to cliff, the Cableway takes you from the top of the escarpment into the valley below. Take in the stunning sandstone cliffs and rock formations as the steepest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere provides one-of-a-kind views of the Three Sisters and rainforest.
Scenic Railway
Thrill-seekers will delight in a railway experience unlike any other – a Guiness World Record holder, in fact. Head through the tunnel and into the valley below on the world’s steepest railway. The converted 1878 mining railway line sits at a super-steep 52-degree tilt, so lean back into the fun as you become almost vertical.
Scenic Walkway
After all that adrenaline-pumping action, you might need a stretch of the legs. A winding 2.4km system of elevated boardwalks take you through this ancient rainforest. Choose your own adventure – you can walk anywhere from 10 minutes up to an hour or extend your hike with connecting trails in the National Park.
Find something that tickles your fancy? Head to Scenic World’s website to book your ticket. There are passes that include everything from engaging Indigenous-led tours to Explorer Buses that pit-stop at waterfalls. Did we mention that kids under three get in on the action for free?
What are you waiting for?