Title: Things to Do in Rydal in 2026 | Expedia.com [Rydal Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rydal.dx6323390)[Hotels in Rydal](https://expedia.com/Rydal-Hotels.d6323390.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rydal](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Rydal.d6323390.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Rydal](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Rydal.d6323390.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rydal Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Rydal.d6323390.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Rydal ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rydal Types of activities [Rydal Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rydal.dx6323390) ![A fantastic place to stay when visiting the Blue Mountains area in Australia. Mornings like this and almost a dark sky for night / astrophotographers you just can’t go wrong. This is the actual view from the balcony of the room.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323390/50ad3f98-64d0-4258-830d-efd3b9da9c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A fantastic place to stay when visiting the Blue Mountains area in Australia. Mornings like this and almost a dark sky for night / astrophotographers you just can’t go wrong. This is the actual view from the balcony of the room.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323390/50ad3f98-64d0-4258-830d-efd3b9da9c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Lyell featuring a river or creek and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/649003903423795200/9bddf65c-43a0-4c72-9ac7-6f2979ac94e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Lyell featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/649003903423795200/18175058-d961-4ce7-a553-7052e78fe058.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Lyell showing landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/649003903423795200/7a0dfd93-5e3f-4d0c-93c9-c5d39fcdd3c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Rydal Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of Rydal, sign up for a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6323390&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let an expert show you the most popular landmarks. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {2 fun activities in Rydal [fun activities in Rydal](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6323390&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth checking out. --- --- ## Rydal must see attractions ### 1\. Blue Mountains National Park Visit World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park for views of the famous Three Sisters, iconic waterfalls, Aboriginal culture, mountain biking, hiking and more. Spend a few days exploring the park’s six distinctive areas or focus on one or two of these beautiful locations. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Blue-Mountains-National-Park-New-South-Wales.d6086943.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue Mountains National Park featuring landscape views, a sunset and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086943/72d214b5-2f9a-49e7-a722-3211a64c076e.jpg) ### 2\. Katoomba Scenic World Scenic World in Katoomba offers an entryway to the heritage-listed Blue Mountains on one of the world’s steepest passenger trains. Enjoy the views from the train before taking a ride high in the sky on the Scenic Cableway. Established in 1945, the family-owned business provides one of the most exciting ways to view the famous Three Sisters rock formations. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Katoomba-Scenic-World-Katoomba.d6215912.Vacation-Attraction) ![Katoomba Scenic World which includes a gorge or canyon, a gondola and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215912/2d5bd506-158c-4a7e-bee5-9322e2340d99.jpg) ### 3\. Three Sisters Visit the Three Sisters rock formation, a spectacular Blue Mountains National Park landmark representing three sisters who, according to Aboriginal legend, were turned to stone. Get the best views of the Three Sisters from Echo Point in Katoomba. Notice the changing colors of the stone, depending on the time of day and season. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Three-Sisters-Katoomba.d6186451.Vacation-Attraction) ![Three Sisters showing landscape views and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186451/2ed4b9da-fc75-4dba-9c19-d6d733ac16ed.jpg) ### 4\. Jenolan Caves Tucked into a quiet section of southern Blue Mountains National Park, the Jenolan Caves are among the oldest open caves in the world and a spectacular addition to a visit to this World Heritage-listed park. Explore these river-carved, stalactite-lined caverns and passageways, which comprise Australia’s largest cave system open to the public. Marvel at limestone formations that date back hundreds of millions of years, learn about the prehistoric past and search for fossils. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Jenolan-Caves-Jenolan.d6086949.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jenolan Caves which includes caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086949/9a687c69-c5d1-4c89-8e81-bae618e22b01.jpg) ### 5\. Echo Point Lookout Echo Point Lookout is one of the best places to view the majestic Three Sisters, soaring sandstone peaks formed thousands of years ago. Admire the views and capture brilliant photos; then choose a walking trail traveling in and around Blue Mountains National Park. Along the way, visit charming towns for boutique shopping and dining in quaint coffee shops. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Echo-Point-Lookout-Katoomba.d553248621562249050.Vacation-Attraction) ![Echo Point Lookout showing a gorge or canyon and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562249050/ac6c7790-f669-4cd4-a073-17aa35748566.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6323390) ## Recommended things to do in Rydal | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Blue Mountains: Zig Zag Railway Heritage Train Ride](/things-to-do/blue-mountains-zig-zag-railway-heritage-train-ride.a51678383.activity-details): $27 | | Top 5 things to do | [Blue Mountains: Zig Zag Railway Heritage Train Ride](/things-to-do/blue-mountains-zig-zag-railway-heritage-train-ride.a51678383.activity-details)[Small-Group Full-Day Rock Climbing Adventure from Katoomba](/things-to-do/small-group-full-day-rock-climbing-adventure-from-katoomba.a2532677.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Blue Mountains: Zig Zag Railway Heritage Train Ride](/things-to-do/blue-mountains-zig-zag-railway-heritage-train-ride.a51678383.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rydal - With kids ### Things to Do in Rydal with Kids There's fun for the whole family wherever you wander in Rydal. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6323390&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) to do together that will make your trip unforgettable: - [Bathurst Hop on Hop off including Mount Panorama](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/bathurst-explorer-bus-hop-on-hop-off-around-bathurst-including-mount-panorama.a1244732.activity-details) - [Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/spectacular-half-day-abseiling-adventure.a2142375.activity-details) - [Blue Mountains All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/blue-mountains-all-inclusive.a874161.activity-details) - [All Inclusive Deluxe Small-Group Tour of Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/all-inclusive-deluxe-small-group-tour-of-blue-mountains.a286025.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Rydal? 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Rydal ![Lithgow featuring a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603025/3f4ebeea-3b33-4531-a5ca-561b8a888a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lithgow ![lake in the forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160859/840a3bd2-9fb4-4c84-90a2-22153ea3bf06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wallerawang ![Aerial view of low-level clouds in a large green valley in regional Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000441626/6160638b-cbcb-4570-a77c-f454aa42aad2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hampton ![The Lolly Bug A must stop at if you head east or west on the Great Western Highway ! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000460528/5540d721-fa99-4141-9c0f-e6b9ef8772f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hartley ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rydal worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rydal? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rydal? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rydal? ### What are some activities to do in Rydal with kids? > - [Blue Mountains: Zig Zag Railway Heritage Train Ride](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/blue-mountains-zig-zag-railway-heritage-train-ride.a51678383.activity-details) ### What to do in Rydal for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rydal?