Travel / Escape To The Hinterland Haven
Escape to the hinterland haven
of the Blue Mountains Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and settle into the slower pace of the beautiful Blue Mountains. Why not take a mid-week break to avoid the crowds and stay in affordable and comfortable accommodation with Equeva.
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hether you want to get back to nature and explore the array of picturesque parks and gardens, immerse yourself in the culture and history of the various townships or view the iconic Three Sisters at Echo Point in Katoomba- Equeva has your holiday sorted. Living and breathing the Blue Mountains, our locally-based staff take pride in being your guide, outlining the best places to visit – the ‘must do’ attractions and the hidden treasures. The Metropole Guesthouse is the perfect place to stay, while you explore the World-Heritage Listed region. Brimming with history, The Metropoleestablished in the 1930s, is an outstanding hotel destination full of offbeat curiosities and art deco intrigue. Ideally located in the heart of picturesque Katoomba and walking distance to the main tourist attractions, cafes and train station, the Metropole captures the refinement of a bygone era. Soak up the old-world charm of our renowned hotel facilities and experience our old-fashioned customer service that is second to none.
Our must do guide when staying in the Blue Mountains;
The Three Sisters
Get up close to the famous Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point in Katoomba. Offering the most iconic views in the Blue Mountains, this spectacular landmark changes throughout the day and throughout the four seasons with the sunlight bringing an amazing array of colours. Each of the three rock formations stand at 922, 918 and 906 metres tall.
The Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens
The only botanic gardens in the world that is located in a world-heritage listed area, the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens in Mt Tomah is home to 21,000 plants and 900 species. The 28 hectares of picturesque gardens is solely focused on the conservation of cool climate plants as well as showcasing the beauty of this region, with sweeping valley views, vibrant gardens and walking tracksthere’s something for everyone all year round.
The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
The perfect place to explore, showcasing innovative, diverse and creative cultural programs. Featuring the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery and WorldHeritage Exhibition, the cultural centre is located with the new Katoomba library.
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