'''Mount Victoria''' [http://www.mtvictoria-nsw.com] is the westernmost town in the Blue Mountains. Located 120 kilometres from Sydney and 1043 metres above sea-level.
Get in
By car
Mount Victoria is on the Great Western Highway, about ten km after Blackheath. It takes approximately 1 3/4 to 2 hours from Sydney, depending on which road you take, and the traffic conditions. You can reach Mount Victoria from the city by either the Great Western Highway, or by taking Bells Line of Road, then turning south at the Darling Causeway. Mount Victoria is also only fifteen minutes' drive from Lithgow to the west.
By train
Cityrail trains regularly stop at Mount Victoria Station on the Blue Mountains - Lithgow route. An Adult return ticket from Sydney's Central Station to Mount Victoria station is $27.60. Call 131500 for more info. The station is located on Station Street, from there it is a short uphill stroll to the main shops and highway.
Get around
See
There are many lovely walks and climbs around the village, and some stunning views over the Megalong Valley that can be enjoyed along Mount Piddington Road.
'''The Historical Museum''' at the railway station displays equipment and artefacts from the very early settlement days of the region. The museum is open weekends from 2pm - 5pm. 02 4787 1210.
Do
'''The Mt. Vic Flicks''' is a movie cinema set in the old Public Hall along Harley Avenue. 02 4787 1577.
Mount Victoria has many '''bushwalking''' tracks, '''horse riding''' facilities plus many well-known '''abseiling''' and rock climbing locations.
Buy
The village of Mount Victoria has several specialty gift and antique shops along Station Street and along the Great Western Highway.
'''Trains, Planes & Automobiles [http://antiquetoys.com.au]''' has been operating for over twenty years and features a stellar collection of antique toys and collectibles. 86 Great Western Highway, just up the crest from the main village centre. 02 4787 1590.
Eat
'''The Hotel Imperial [http://www.hotelimperial.com.au]''' is Australia's oldest tourist hotel and was founded in 1878. They have a comprehensive bistro which is open for lunch and dinner, seven nights a week. They also host private functions, weddings and parties. The Imperial is at the corner of the Great Western Highway and Station Street. 02 4787 1878.
'''The Mt. Vic Cafe [http://www.mtviccafe.com]''' is located directly opposite the Imperial pub on the Great Western Highway, on a site that has been a cafe or restaurant since the early 1950's. They feature in-house roasted coffee and a menu of free-range, organic and locally sourced breakfast and brunch classics. 02 4787 1123.
'''The Bay Tree Tea Shop''' sits in the midst of the station Street shopfronts, and is open for lunch or dinner. 02 4787 1275.
'''Deli-n-More''' on Station Street features coffee, light meals such as croissants and is also a providore for deli-style cheeses, meats and local products. 02 4787 1157.
Additionally, the Caltex service station at the top of Victoria Pass is open 24/7 and has hot & cold meals and snacks.
Drink
'''The Hotel Imperial''' has a comfortable bar and bistro with an outdoor garden featuring views to Mount Wilson. They also have a comprehensive bottle shop for takeaway. 02 4787 1878.
Sleep
Mount Victoria has many guesthouses, private hotels and holiday accommodation:
'''Cedar Lodge Cabins [http://www.cedarlodgecabins.com.au]''' features double, family and spa cabins. Located on Great Western Highway near the top of Victoria Pass. 02 4787 1256.
'''Closeburn House [http://www.bluemts.com.au/closeburnhouse]''' features ten luxurious rooms and is a popular destination for wedding parties. 02 4787 1555.
'''The Manor House [http://www.bluemountainsmanorhouse.com.au]''' is one of the most prominent buildings in the region, and was built by J.R. Fairfax in the late 1870's. Today, it is a grand guesthouse featuring 13 ensuite rooms and three apartments. 02 4787 1369.
'''The Victoria & Albert Guesthouse [http://victoria-albert.com.au]''' is classic Olde English style guesthouse featuring polls, spas and an a la carte restaurant. 02 4787 1241.
Get out
The historic Jenolan Caves are only 55kms from the village, and the Mt. Tomah Botanical Gardens, the Scenic Railway and the ZigZag Railway are all within a short drive.