Sydney to Mudgee road trip: Best stops, distance & drive time
Sydney to Mudgee drive: Katoomba to Lithgow
After Katoomba come Medlow Bath, Blackheath (home to the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Evans Lookout and Govetts Leap) and Mount Victoria. Here you’ll find the Sunset Rock Lookout, Bushrangers Cave and the Pulpit Rock Lookout.
The Sydney to Lithgow section of the Sydney to Mudgee drive then crosses the Pass of Victoria into Hartley, skirting near the magnificent lookouts at Hassans Walls.
Things to do in Lithgow include learning about the coal-mining past at the Lithgow State Mine Heritage Park and delving into historic weapons at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory.
Top Lithgow accommodation choices
The best places to stay in Lithgow are:
- For the highest guest ratings: Lithgow Workies Club Motel.
- For heritage and charm: Wenvoe Historic Retreat.
- For a heated outdoor pool: Zig Zag Motel and Apartments.
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