About Scenic World
Scenic World is a privately owned tourist attraction at Katoomba in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales, located on the edge of the Jamison Valley within the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. It is notable for its rainforest setting and four main experiences – Scenic Railway, Scenic Skyway, Scenic Cableway and Scenic Walkway – offering views of the Three Sisters, Orphan Rock and Jamison Valley.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a developed rainforest attraction on the escarpment above the Jamison Valley with ticketed entry, elevated boardwalks and three mechanised rides. The Scenic Railway descends into the valley, the Scenic Walkway traverses temperate rainforest on the valley floor, and the Scenic Skyway and Scenic Cableway provide aerial views across the valley and cliffs. Facilities include lookouts, dining areas, retail shop and interpretive displays about the former coal mining site and local environment.
Key highlights
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Scenic Railway – steep incline railway between cliff top and valley floor
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Scenic Skyway – glass-floored cableway across Jamison Valley with views of Katoomba Falls and Three Sisters
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Scenic Cableway – aerial cableway descending into the valley
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Scenic Walkway – 2.4 km elevated boardwalk through Jurassic-era rainforest
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Panoramic lookouts over Jamison Valley, Orphan Rock and Three Sisters