Katoomba Scenic Railway Downhill

Scenic World    

www.scenicworld.com.au
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(5K) · Historical landmark in Katoomba, Australia
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Scenic World is the most visited privately owned tourism attraction in Australia, welcoming more than one million visitors each year. Scenic World is a third generation family business which has been …
Scenic World is the most visited privately owned tourism attraction in Australia, welcoming more than one million visitors each year. Scenic World is a third generation family business which has been operating in the Blue Mountains for over 75 years. Scenic World operates the steepest passenger railway in the world, the steepest and largest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere and has the longest boardwalk in Australia. Nestled in Australia’s most accessible wilderness – the Greater Blue Mountains, Scenic World holds a unique place in Australia’s tourism sector.

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Jan 5, 2025
It is an absolutely amazing place although one must be strategic when visiting. First trip was on Friday the third, and there was so much fog, nothing was visible. It was part of a tour, so did all … Full review by travelingfreak
Jan 5, 2025
The views are undoubtedly fantastic. However, you have to be prepared to wait in a crowded and packed line for 30-40 minutes in order to enjoy a 2-3 minute scenic experience. When busy, this also app… Full review by BarryandJackie
Jan 4, 2025
We visited during peak holiday season right after New Year’s Day. It was so crowded. We bought our tickets one week in advance because we heard they were selling out. Tour buses galore when we arrive… Full review by Chrissy W
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In 1945 the canny Hammon family took the old mining railway originally used to haul shale up the cliff and converted it into a Scenic Railwa…
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Looking for a different way to explore the awe-inspiring Blue Mountains? This attraction offers four scenic tours to choose from and memorie…
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The Scenic World Blue Mountains offers lots of exciting options for the entire family. With skyway and cableway rides, on-location revol…
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Hi, If I buy the early bird ticket (timed 8.45am) does that mean I must enter the exact time?
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I’m not sure. I think you need to be close to the chosen time.
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Answer by guennie3 · Dec 12, 2023
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Are the skyway and railway in the same area and if so can i book them together for 2 parties of 15 per,party to …
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Are the skyway and railway in the same area and if so can i book them together for 2 parties of 15 per,party to exchange after each ride.
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They are adjacent and each depart from the same building. It is only possible to buy a combined ticket which entitles the holder to unlimited rides on all three attractions, but the tickets …
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They are adjacent and each depart from the same building. It is only possible to buy a combined ticket which entitles the holder to unlimited rides on all three attractions, but the tickets are not transferable - a bracelet is attached to your wrist and must be scanned before every ride.
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I. AM. Arriving. Before. 1045. Do. I. HAVE. All. Day. To. Compete. The. Rides
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Yes. YoU. HaVE. all. DaY.
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Preparation (not going anywhere with COVID) As I understand from the website of ScenicWorld there is a Scenic Pass a …
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Preparation (not going anywhere with COVID) As I understand from the website of ScenicWorld there is a Scenic Pass a $49.90 Is it possible to get this ticket at Skyway East Sation? As I would like to do the following: *Use Scenic Cableway from East station to Scenic World *Walk the Scenic Walkway *Ride Scenic Railway *Use my return ticket of Scenic Cable to bring me back to East station Would this make any sense? Any ideas!!?
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We had to book the tickets online and they are then emailed to you, therefore you can use any route you like to get there. Hope this helps, Jo
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When are you open?
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We are open every day of the year - yes, even Christmas Day and over Easter. Our opening hours vary depending on the time of the week and...
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