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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Katoomba to see all of its attractions.
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.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Katoomba in January, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 170 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Katoomba, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.
Although Katoomba doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bathurst Raglan (BHS), which is located 43 miles from Katoomba. Orange Springhill is the most popular, with regular flights from Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, IndiGo and other airlines departing from Australia.
Another option to get to Katoomba is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 53 miles from Katoomba. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.
Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Katoomba. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Katoomba takes 720 miles and will cost you around $263. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 1020 miles.
From 5-star hotels such as the Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa to great affordable options like the Shelton-Lea Bed & Breakfast, Katoomba offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $261 and up for a 5-star experience.
Hiring a car in Katoomba costs $74 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Expect to pay $1.77 per litre in Katoomba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.24 and $28.32.