Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Katoomba travel guide

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You're Going to Love Katoomba

With a population of 18,593, Katoomba is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Katoomba deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Katoomba

If you’re looking for affordable options, Aunty Ed's (12/122 Katoomba St) and The Bootlegger Bar Katoomba (92 Bathurst road) are great picks.

When to visit Katoomba

Katoomba in November
Estimated hotel price
$59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katoomba in November
Estimated hotel price
$59
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Katoomba in January, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Katoomba, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Katoomba

Plane

Although Katoomba doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bathurst Raglan (BHS), which is located 43 miles from Katoomba. The shortest flight to Katoomba from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Katoomba is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 53 miles from Katoomba. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Katoomba. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Katoomba takes 720 miles and will cost you around $162. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Plane

Although Katoomba doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bathurst Raglan (BHS), which is located 43 miles from Katoomba. The shortest flight to Katoomba from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Katoomba is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 53 miles from Katoomba. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Katoomba. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Katoomba takes 720 miles and will cost you around $162. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Airports near Katoomba

OAGOrange Springhill
BHSBathurst Raglan
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving Katoomba

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katoomba

Average rates range from around $97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $191 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katoomba

Most booked hotels in Katoomba

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Kyah
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1229 reviews)
$109+
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Mountain Heritage Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2059 reviews)
$126+
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Yha Blue Mountains Katoomba
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1616 reviews)
$58+
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Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1415 reviews)
$221+
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Palais Royale
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1961 reviews)
$102+
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Leura House
4 stars
Excellent (8, 877 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Katoomba

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Katoomba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Katoomba is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Katoomba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Katoomba is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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