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Blue Kingdom

Shopping and Markets

Blue Kingdom

Stepping through the door of Blue Kingdom is like stepping into a cavern of rich sensory delights: colour, textures, aroma, music and books, all in a warm and inviting setting where a 'quick look' can turn into a much longer visit. Owner, Nicki Taunton, is a professional singer but also has qualifications and experience in art therapy, communication and counselling. For her, it started as being all about books, and creating a space where people feel comfortable to sit and talk.

Braidwood NSW

Blue Knob Hall Gallery and Cafe — Image credit: Lismore City Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Blue Knob Hall Gallery and Cafe

Blue Knob Hall, established in 1930, is situated beneath the sacred Aboriginal landmark of Lillian Rock, and Blue Knob. The Blue Knob Hall Gallery promotes the awareness and appreciation of art within the community and to visitors, hosting regular exhibitions and events. The changing exhibition program throughout the year provides a focus for artists and artisans with a retail outlet. The Cafe offers a tasty, home style menu that includes all day breakfasts, pies made on the premises, a selection of cakes, slices, coffee, teas, fresh fruit juices, and smoothies. Gluten free and other options are also available on request. It is a beautiful destination to enjoy the gallery, good country hospitality and the wonderful views of Blue Knob from the cafe verandah.

Lillian Rock NSW

Blue Lake

Natural Attractions

Blue Lake

Blue Lake resides in Australia's winter wonderland, the Snowy Mountains. The lake was formed thousands of years ago when glaciers swept through the Great Dividing Range, carving the granite bedrock as it surged. Due to this unique formation of the lake, Blue Lake is one of only four cirque lakes found on the mainland of Australia, meaning the lakes are shaped like an amphitheatre in the foothills of a valley. The area, located to the west of Jindabyne, is a UNESCO biosphere reserve and has been listed as a Wetland of International Importance, under the Ramsar Convention of 1996. The site holds great biological significance due to the highly concentrated numbers of threatened flora and fauna living in the area, including the mountain pygmy possum and the broad-toothed mouse. For this reason, Blue Lake is used for environmental education with a focus on managing ecosystems and maintaining sustainable biological diversity. You can access Blue Lake from Charlotte's Pass at the west end of Kosciusko Road. The four hour return journey passes over the famous Snowy River, along the Main Range Track, and offers stunning glacial scenery. Camping is not permitted due to the conservation efforts.

Thredbo NSW

Blue Lake/Warwar — Image credit: City of Mount Gambier

Landmarks and Buildings

Blue Lake/Warwar

The Blue Lake/Warwar in Mount Gambier occupies one of the craters of the maar volcano after which the city has been named. The lake provides an ever-changing blue colour throughout the year. Each November, as the water warms, the lake's darker blue, changes to an intense deep turquoise blue. The colouring remains until late February. The 3.6 kilometre road and walking track around the circumference of the Blue Lake/Warwar provides access to many viewing points, the most popular being the underpass between the Blue Lake/Warwar and the Leg of Mutton Lake/Yatton Loo.

Mount Gambier SA

Blue Lotus Water Garden

Natural Attractions

Blue Lotus Water Garden

The Blue Lotus Water Garden is one of Australia's most spectacular seasonal gardens open to the public from 26 December to mid April each year. The tropically themed water garden covers 14 acres featuring millions of beautiful lotus, waterlily and other flowers, stunning lakes, amazing vistas and wonderful facilities. Each year the garden holds two spectacular floral events starting with the famous Lotus Flower Season (26 December to 20 March) followed by their Autumn Flower Season (21 March to 19 April). Featured attractions include: Giant Amazon Waterlilies, Tropical World, Claude Monet Waterlily display, Cochrane's Lake Bridge Walk, Lotus Lake, Lotus Wetlands, Golden Lotus display, Flower Fairy Garden and much more. It is recommended that visitors allow a minimum of two hours to see all the wonderful vistas and attractions. Facilities inside the gardens include picnic shelters and barbeques, café and kiosk, accessible amenities, play spaces for kids, group pavilions and more. Located just outside the gardens is our plant and flower nursery and gift shops. They also have plenty of on-site parking and accessible parking.

Yarra Junction VIC

Morning harvest walk — Image credit: Blue Marble Farm

Agritourism

Blue Marble Farm

Blue Marble Farm is located on the beautiful Mid North Coast NSW, a stone's throw away from several beaches yet set in quiet bushland. A unique working farm demonstrating braided farming techniques, permaculture, biodynamics, holistic management and self-sufficiency. The abundance of food plants for the family and animals work within the system. Among the offerings are permaculture introduction courses, herbal garden wanderings, farm tours, self-sufficiency courses and demonstrations. See how the rotation of livestock and plantings has created a healthy and regenerative land for many generations.

Barraganyatti NSW

Middlemount Park

Natural Attractions

Blue Mountain Park

Blue Mountain Park is often referred to as Middlemount’s "Jewel in the Crown"! It is a picturesque setting that provides visitors with a perfect place to have a family barbecue while enjoying the panoramic views of the surrounding areas. Here you will find wallabies feeding in the park whilst the birdlife is utterly spectacular including many Australian favourites like galahs, kookaburras, blue mountain parrots and colourful rainbow lorikeets! Middlemount plays host to a number of natural environments and parks that are equipped for fun to be enjoyed by the likes of young and old.

Middlemount QLD

The Spiral

Natural Attractions

Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

At 1,000 metres above sea level, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is the highest Botanic Garden in the southern hemisphere and is the only Botanic Garden in Australia located in a UNESCO World Heritage Area. The Garden displays a spectacular cool climate collection of the Botanic Gardens of Sydney, with thousands of plants from the southern hemisphere and around the world. Located in the Blue Mountains just 90 minutes from Sydney, you can discover the different areas of the Garden on pathways designed for wandering, exploring and engaging with these tranquil spaces. Featuring many rare species including the Wollemi pine, enjoy seasonal colour, basalt cap forests, remnant rainforest and stunning panoramic views. Facilities include the visitors centre, accessible amenities, cafe, conference/venue hire, picnic areas, free guided tours, bus parking, workshops and events. Entry is free to the Garden.

Mount Tomah NSW

BMCC — Image credit: BMCC

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre

The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre is a must-see while you are in the Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains City Art Gallery is one of Australia's leading regional art galleries and features an exhibition program that showcases local and national artists as well as national touring exhibitions and in-house curated exhibitions. Each exhibition is paired with public programs aimed at educating and connecting the audience with artists. The Cultural Centre also boasts a Shop that stocks an extensive range of local and Australian-made products and visitor information services. Browse the unique and creative gifts, homewares, stationery, books and children's toys, which are carefully selected to complement gallery exhibitions and the Blue Mountains region. The Gallery Café is the place to meet with friends or family as you take in a light lunch after browsing the art and World Heritage Interpretive Exhibition.

Katoomba NSW

Leura Golf Club

Entertainment Venues

Blue Mountains Leura Golf Club

Established in 1902, the Leura Golf Course is a public par 69 set amongst rolling hills with breathtaking mountain vistas. Set in the heart of the Blue Mountains Heritage Park, you'll also be close to world-famous attractions like Scenic World and Echo Point. With natural beauty, flexible spaces, and genuine hospitality, Leura Golf Club is the ideal choice for any occasion. The Solitary Restaurant opened in August 2026 replacing the Fairmont Bistro. Chef Huw Mowbray has received multiple five star awards: 'The Solitary restaurant is a must visit even if just for the mash potato alone. Fantastic service, delicious food and a beautiful venue.' Open Wednesday to Sunday. A must-visit destination for golfers, corporate and social events and nature lovers. Leura Golf Club is the perfect place to host your next event. With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and stunning views over their beautifully kept course, they'll make sure your occasion is tailored to your needs and truly memorable. Important - Free carparking is provided for Leura Golf Club visitors.

Leura NSW

Blue Mountains National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Blue Mountains National Park

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre is a good introduction to this popular park, and the Greater Blue Mountains Area World Heritage Property. Pack a picnic and enjoy a day trip to marvel at the Three Sisters rock formation from Echo Point, in Katoomba. Take in sweeping views of sheer sandstone cliffs and hazy blue Grose Valley declared wilderness area from Govetts Leap, in Blackheath. At Wentworth Falls you're spoilt for choice with world-class lookouts, walks and waterfalls. Why not take on the challenge of hiking 19km from Wentworth Falls to Leura, then on to Katoomba over 2 days on Grand Cliff Top Walk? Blue Mountains National Park is a walker's paradise, boasting over 140km of tracks and trails. Climb Mount Banks' summit or descend deep into the Grand Canyon. Combine a short walk with Aboriginal rock art or a swim in a natural pool, near Glenbrook. Mountain bike riders can tackle the famed Woodford-Oaks trail, scenic Narrow Neck, or Faulconbridge Ridge trail. There are also great opportunities for adventure sports tours, including abseiling, rock climbing and canyoning. Within just 2 hours' drive from Sydney, you can camp by majestic eucalypts at Euroka, or watch a spectacular...

Blue Mountains National Park NSW

Blue Mountains Sauna — Image credit: Blue Mountains Sauna

Spas and Retreats

Blue Mountains Sauna

Give your body a warm hug at Blue Mountains Sauna, an authentic Finnish-style communal, gender-mixed sauna. Sit, sweat, chill and repeat – first in the 80-90C steam room, then in the cold plunge pool and finally lathering yourself in Paudha Healing Skincare products. Blue Mountains Sauna in Leura is suitable for all genders and ages, and female-only sessions are also available. Towels, slippers and light refreshments come free with each two-hour session. Reservations are not required but they are highly recommended, particularly in the cold months.

Leura NSW

Blue Pearl Bay — Image credit: Tourism Whitsundays

Natural Attractions

Blue Pearl Bay, Hayman Island

Blue Pearl Bay is situated on the northwestern side of Hayman Island, part of the Whitsundays Group. It is a popular destination for both tourists and locals, offering excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and sightseeing. The bay is renowned for its vibrant coral and diverse marine life, including a resident Maori Wrasse. Private charters and overnight boats frequently visit Blue Pearl Bay for snorkeling and scuba diving adventures. Most visitors either swim directly from their vessel or take a tender to the southern beach, where they enter the water from the coral beach. Diving at Blue Pearl Bay ranges in depth from 3 to 18 meters, with visibility typically ranging from 3 to 15 meters.

Hayman Island QLD

Blue Pool — Image credit: DEECA

Natural Attractions

Blue Pool

Located within the Freestone Creek Camping Precinct, Blue Pool is a popular scenic spot with a large natural waterhole, making it a fantastic place to visit during the warmer months. It is 3 hours drive east of Melbourne The pool sits at the base of a narrow basalt gorge on the Freestone Creek, surrounded by rocky outcrops and native forest. A rocky beach provides a place to sit and take in the tranquillity of the site. Blue Pool is a place of great cultural significance to the Braiakaulung people of the Gunaikurnai nation. Visitors can enjoy the waterhole, picnic area, walks of varying lengths and the camping area. Blue Pool is a walk-in camping site - one of nine camping areas in the Freestone Creek Camping Precinct. Campers will need to park their vehicles in the designated parking area and bring their camp kit to the site. There are no dedicated vehicle-based camping sites for camper trailers or caravans and visitors towing caravans should park at The Quarries Reserve just south of Blue Pool. This site has restricted access and large caravans or groups may find it difficult to park or turn. This site is near water. Make sure you read the water safety tips before you go.

Briagolong VIC

Blue Pool walking track

Natural Attractions

Blue Pool walking track

A challenging yet short hike that’s well worth the effort, Blue Pool walking track leads to an idyllic swimming hole in a tranquil bush setting. Located in the Glenbrook area of Blue Mountains National Park, it’s an ideal day-trip for families or friends wanting a relaxing day out, far from the city. Following the track through the bush, look for the vibrant red flowers of the bottlebrush and the flowering tea tree in the warmer months. Upon arriving at the fern-fringed waterhole, quiet patience may be rewarded with a glimpse of a shy turtle coming up for air. Enjoy a refreshing dip before rolling out the picnic rug on the sandy riverside beach. Tuck into a leisurely lunch as the currawongs and rainbow lorikeets chatter above. For views of the surrounding landscape, head to Mount Portal lookout.

Glenbrook NSW

Mt Samaria

Natural Attractions

Blue Range Camping and Picnic Area

Blue Range Camping and Picnic Area offers a small, basic campsite on Blue Range Creek, 20 minutes north of Mansfield via Mansfield - Whitfield Road. Gravel road access. The campsite is on the edge of Mt Samaria State Park, in a quiet location near a small creek and in natural bushland. Toilet facilities are across the road in the picnic area. The campsite is dog friendly, however Mt Samaria State Park does not allow dogs.

Bridge Creek VIC

Blue Tree gallery Shipping Container in the ferns — Image credit: Blue Tree Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Blue Tree Gallery

Blue Tree Gallery is a contemporary art gallery, built from an old shipping container at Moina, with a focus on mental well-being and emotion, raising awareness for mental illness through a visual arts practice, normalising vulnerability, whilst also showcasing many artisan gifts and souvenirs all made right here in Tasmania. "Come for the Art Stay for the Coffee". Enjoy a takeaway coffee while walking through the gallery. At Blue Tree Gallery, they believe in creating a space that celebrates local artistry and fosters an environment of serenity and mindfulness. They are dedicated to providing a platform that promotes mental well-being through artistic expression and dialogue. In essence, our gallery serves as a space where individuals can connect with the powerful emotions held within art.

Moina TAS

Bluebelles Art Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Bluebelles Art Gallery

Bluebelles Art Gallery has been operating out of the Bell Bunya Community Centre since October 2012, and is managed by the dedicated members of the Bell Art Group Inc. The spacious, modern and aesthetically pleasing art gallery focuses on the work of local artists, members and friends of the Bell Art Group. The high quality gallery and lighting system creates an ambience of delicate soft feature lighting to showcase the diverse arrangement of original art. Exhibitions change monthly to keep the approach fresh and inviting for art patrons and the many visitors to the Centre to browse and enjoy. All art works on display are for sale. Every year a major exhibition is accompanied by an official opening with complimentary morning tea. The Bell Bunya Community Centre also boasts a workshop and function room where regular art and craft workshops are held under qualified tutors. An onsite Cafe and gift shop add to the visitor experience. Bluebelles Art Gallery is managed by a volunteer committee and its operations are supported by Western Downs Regional Council. For more information or to confirm opening hours on the day of your visit please call the gallery.

Bell QLD

Bluewater

Natural Attractions

Bluewater

Pack a picnic and relax by the picturesque fresh water creek at Bluewater. Access to the creek is via the Bluewater Store (near the bridge), or Bluewater Park. Facilities include barbecues, toilets, showers and play equipment and a designated area is available for limited free tent and vehicle camping. This must be booked online. The Urban Forest is adjacent to Bluewater Park. There is a fitness trail over 800 metres long with eight activity stations located along a pathway surrounded by over 7000 trees. A boat ramp is also available off Bluewater Drive, via Jaloonda Road.

Bluewater QLD

Bluey's World

Amusement and Theme Parks

Bluey's World

Step into Bluey's world - for real life. Let's do this kiddos! Embark on a brand-new immersive journey with Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad in their beloved home, backyard and beyond. Explore your favourite rooms, play interactive games, and keep your eyes peeled for surprises around every corner...and maybe even a Longdog or two! As you arrive at the Heeler family's Brisbane cul-de-sac watch out for those pesky bin chickens. Then enter their colourful Queenslander house, where you are invited to live and play like Bluey. Follow the hallway to the living room and meet your guide who will join you on this very special adventure. Discover Bluey and Bingo's epic giant cubby. Crawl, climb and walk (funny walks encouraged) your way through the various cubby rooms. Explore the girls' bedroom from the stained-glass window to the watermelon rug. Then play games and make good times in the fun and vibrant playroom. See what's cooking in the Heeler's kitchen; and decorate a pavlova like Bluey. But hold the edamame beans please. Venture out to the backyard for maximum play time around the poinciana tree. But wait...what's going on in Dad's shed? Look inside as more surprises await. Finish your day in Bluey's Brisbane neighbourhood, complete with takeaway shop, playground, gift shop and much more.

Hamilton QLD

Blueys Beach at Pacific Palms

Natural Attractions

Blueys Beach

Blueys Beach is a famous beach located in the beautiful Pacific Palms precinct with great surfing, swimming and stunning views across to Seal Rocks. Legend has it the beach gained its name from a misadventure by a local cow. Cows can still be spotted on the southern headland. There are no lifeguards at this beach. Public amenities are located to the south of the beach at Williams Park. With its stunning views across to Seal Rocks this is the perfect beach for those wanting a beach wedding. And bring your dog as they can be walked (on leads only) at specific times, please see website for further information.

Blueys Beach NSW

Overlooking Bluff Beach — Image credit: My Clarence Valley

Natural Attractions

Bluff Beach

Iluka's Bluff Beach, on the north coast of NSW, is a glorious location and possibly a favourite, simply for the quality of its amenities. The picnic area has a whale-watching platform that offers 360-degree views along the coast and inland over the treetops of the World Heritage-Listed Iluka Nature Reserve Rainforest. The southern end has a large car park and the beach is patrolled during the summer holidays. It's nicely sheltered from the southerly elements of wind and waves, though is a little less predicable when the north-easterly springs up. Bluff Beach offers car parking, picnic tables, toilets, information displays, and access to the Rainforest walk. The 2.5-kilometre walking track takes you through the diverse ecosystem of the largest remaining stand of Littoral rainforest in New South Wales. ('Littoral' is just a fancy name for 'Coastal', by the way.)

Iluka NSW

Bluff Hut

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Bluff Hut

Please note that access by vehicle is not possible from mid-June to November due to seasonal track closures in the High Country. Located in the Alpine National Park, Bluff Hut is the third highest hut in Australia. The original hut, built in the 1950's, was burnt down in the 2007 fires and has since been rebuilt. Bluff Hut offers basic camping for car-based campers and hikers. From the hut it is a short walk to the Bluff, which offers uninterrupted views of the surrounding mountains. Horse yards available. Seasonal closures generally operate from the King's Birthday long weekend in June through to the beginning of November but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Most tracks reopen on the Friday prior to Melbourne Cup Day long weekend.

Mount Buller VIC

Stirling Ranges, Mount Barker — Image credit: Tourism WA

Natural Attractions

Bluff Knoll

Bluff Knoll is the most popular trail in the Stirling Range with outstanding views from the summit. Lookouts surrounding the parking area at the Bluff Knoll trailhead offer spectacular views of Bluff Knoll and other peaks of the Stirling Range. It's worth a visit even if you're not up to walking the trail to the summit. The lookouts and nearby undercover picnic area and toilets are wheelchair accessible. The walk starts on the southern side of the Bluff Knoll parking and picnic area. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). The peaks are subject to rapid, unpredictable changes in the weather, and you should be prepared for sudden cool changes that cause the temperature to drop and rain or hail to set in. If you are planning to hike off marked trails, abseil or rock climb, please register your details at the shelter in the picnic area across the road from Bluff Knoll Road entry station. If you plan to hike on an established walk, no registration is required.

Borden WA

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