Guidebook for Leura
Essentials
Local supermarket/grocery store. Access via carpark off Megalong Street. Open Hours: 7am - 10pm, 7 days per week
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Woolworths Leura
160 Leura MallLocal supermarket/grocery store. Access via carpark off Megalong Street. Open Hours: 7am - 10pm, 7 days per week
Katoomba Laundromat, near the Aldi car-park entrance. Cnr Katoomba & Waratah St, Katoomba. This Laundry service is open 24 hours. There are many machines and the service for washing and drying is reasonably priced.
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Katoomba Laundromat
86 Lurline StKatoomba Laundromat, near the Aldi car-park entrance. Cnr Katoomba & Waratah St, Katoomba. This Laundry service is open 24 hours. There are many machines and the service for washing and drying is reasonably priced.
Everything Else
Close access to public transport to get to Cardamon Cottage or even travel to other great spots to see such as Katoomba, Wentworth Falls and Blackheath.
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Leura Station
Close access to public transport to get to Cardamon Cottage or even travel to other great spots to see such as Katoomba, Wentworth Falls and Blackheath.
In case of emergencies there are hospital and medical facilities close by (but we hope our guests never have to visit this place)
Blue Mountains Hospital, Woodlands Rd station
1 Woodlands RdIn case of emergencies there are hospital and medical facilities close by (but we hope our guests never have to visit this place)
Food Scene
Shopping precinct offering cafes, restaurants and shops to explore. Don't forget to wonder along Megalong and Grose Sts to find more cafes and places to see and enjoy.
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Leura Mall
Leura MallShopping precinct offering cafes, restaurants and shops to explore. Don't forget to wonder along Megalong and Grose Sts to find more cafes and places to see and enjoy.
Hominy Bakery
185 Katoomba StOne word "YUMMY"
We have found this restaurant, many times, to provide exceptional food and service. You wont be disappointed.
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Silk's Brasserie
Lake StreetWe have found this restaurant, many times, to provide exceptional food and service. You wont be disappointed.
Sightseeing
Wonderful views of Mount Solitary from Gordon Falls Lookout/Reserve - accessed via Cnr Olympian Parade and Lone Pine Avenue, Leura - only a short walk away from Cardamon Cottage.
Mt Solitary
Wonderful views of Mount Solitary from Gordon Falls Lookout/Reserve - accessed via Cnr Olympian Parade and Lone Pine Avenue, Leura - only a short walk away from Cardamon Cottage.
One of the fabulous sandstone features in the Upper Blue Mountains, the 3 Sisters. These can be seen along the escarpment but best viewing spot is at Echo Point. See the 3 Sisters and the magical Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, known for the blue haze blanketing the terrain created by dispersed droplets of Eucalypt oil in the atmosphere. Mt Solitary is in the distance with Narrow Neck Plateau on your right hand side.
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Three Sisters
One of the fabulous sandstone features in the Upper Blue Mountains, the 3 Sisters. These can be seen along the escarpment but best viewing spot is at Echo Point. See the 3 Sisters and the magical Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, known for the blue haze blanketing the terrain created by dispersed droplets of Eucalypt oil in the atmosphere. Mt Solitary is in the distance with Narrow Neck Plateau on your right hand side.
This venue has been restored with a mix of old and new renovation/restoration. A number of eating venues onsite, from formal to casual. Because of the views, would recommend to enjoy during the day (ie. morning, noon or afternoon). Spoil yourself to a meal or high-tea - Am sure you will not be disappointed - the views are AMAZING
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The Hydro Majestic Hotel Blue Mountains
88 Great Western HwyThis venue has been restored with a mix of old and new renovation/restoration. A number of eating venues onsite, from formal to casual. Because of the views, would recommend to enjoy during the day (ie. morning, noon or afternoon). Spoil yourself to a meal or high-tea - Am sure you will not be disappointed - the views are AMAZING
Parks & Nature
Magnificent gardens. Everglades Gardens is a nice stroll from Cardamon Cottage. The gardens are at its peak during Autumn and Spring, displaying amazing colours throughout the entire venue. Some of the walkways throughout the garden are stone so we recommend comfortable flat shoes so you can truly enjoy and explore.
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Everglades hús og garðar
37 Everglades AveMagnificent gardens. Everglades Gardens is a nice stroll from Cardamon Cottage. The gardens are at its peak during Autumn and Spring, displaying amazing colours throughout the entire venue. Some of the walkways throughout the garden are stone so we recommend comfortable flat shoes so you can truly enjoy and explore.
A great walk close by, accessible from Cardamon Cottage, with a wonderful view of Mount Solitary. Please Note: the terrain is undulating. Good walking shoes are recommended. There are also some stairs.
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Leura Cascades
A great walk close by, accessible from Cardamon Cottage, with a wonderful view of Mount Solitary. Please Note: the terrain is undulating. Good walking shoes are recommended. There are also some stairs.
Very close by and a great spot to see first thing in the morning or to see the sunset. Walk west along the escarpment trail for more lookouts and great scenery.
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Gordon Falls Lookout
Gordon Falls LookoutVery close by and a great spot to see first thing in the morning or to see the sunset. Walk west along the escarpment trail for more lookouts and great scenery.
One of more most favourite hikes in the Blue Mountains. The fabulous restore of the track is fantastic with the start or end of the trail (pending which way you go) sees you walking down the cliffs face. Very steps, lots of stairs but FABULOUS VIEWS. Please note: Hiking shoes recommended, as well as take water with you. One of the more popular walks in the Blue Mountains so does get busy.
National Pass Walking Track
National Pass Walking TrackOne of more most favourite hikes in the Blue Mountains. The fabulous restore of the track is fantastic with the start or end of the trail (pending which way you go) sees you walking down the cliffs face. Very steps, lots of stairs but FABULOUS VIEWS. Please note: Hiking shoes recommended, as well as take water with you. One of the more popular walks in the Blue Mountains so does get busy.
This very close by walk/hike is one to stop by and do. It does get busy due to its proximity but it is short (approx 3km round trip from the Car Park, Cnr Fifth Ave & Minni Ha Ha Road, Katoomba) and well worth the effort. Undulating and a reasonable steep descent to the bottom of Minni Ha Ha Falls, the lookout into the amphitheatre, before you start to descend is gorgeous.
Minnehaha Trail
Minnehaha TrailThis very close by walk/hike is one to stop by and do. It does get busy due to its proximity but it is short (approx 3km round trip from the Car Park, Cnr Fifth Ave & Minni Ha Ha Road, Katoomba) and well worth the effort. Undulating and a reasonable steep descent to the bottom of Minni Ha Ha Falls, the lookout into the amphitheatre, before you start to descend is gorgeous.
A highly recommended outing from Leura. The valley itself is amazing offering a beautiful walk to the Glow Worm Tunnel (torch is a must). There is also some historic ruins in the area which are well worth exploring.
Wolgan Valley
A highly recommended outing from Leura. The valley itself is amazing offering a beautiful walk to the Glow Worm Tunnel (torch is a must). There is also some historic ruins in the area which are well worth exploring.
Arts & Culture
This is a truly great spot to visit. The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre showcases many of the unique artistic life in and around the world heritage environment. It is always showing innovative and diverse cultural programs, featuring the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery and the World Heritage Interpretive Centre.
The World Heritage Interpretive Centre is really 'cool' with a high-tech interactive exhibition including film, audio and touch-screens showing the richness and wonders of the Blue Mountains World Heritage region. It is also built on the highest point in Katoomba, offering panoramic views of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. A must see!
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Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
30 Parke StThis is a truly great spot to visit. The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre showcases many of the unique artistic life in and around the world heritage environment. It is always showing innovative and diverse cultural programs, featuring the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery and the World Heritage Interpretive Centre.
The World Heritage Interpretive Centre is really 'cool' with a high-tech interactive exhibition including film, audio and touch-screens showing the richness and wonders of the Blue Mountains World Heritage region. It is also built on the highest point in Katoomba, offering panoramic views of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. A must see!
Shopping
One of my favourite shops in Leura. The wonderful aromatic smells lure you in. It is hard not to resist a purchase.
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Moontree Candles and Kate Soady Gallery
157 Leura MallOne of my favourite shops in Leura. The wonderful aromatic smells lure you in. It is hard not to resist a purchase.