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Leura Story Walking Tour
Highlights
- Explore Leura's rich history as a Federation Village with insights from local guide Sue.
- Discover the legacy of early residents while strolling through charming streets and gardens.
- Uncover the stories behind iconic sites like the strange arch at the village gateway.
- Enjoy personalised recommendations for dining and shopping from a knowledgeable local guide.
Why is Leura a Federation Village? Who were Leura’s foundation families? What is the strange arch at the gateway to the village?
Leura Village was established as a mountain retreat for Sydney’s wealthy to escape the heat and humidity of summer, land sales led to the growth of the village, with a railway station in 1891.
During this two-hour tour you will hear the story of some of Leura’s early residents and their legacy. Ultimately you will understand why Leura is still a Federation Village enjoyed by all who visit.
Your guide Sue is a Leura Local, and happy to offer you suggestions for a great meal, a shop for a special gift or a spot for a sunset.
Tour details
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Mountains Tales
Mountains Tales offers creative, entertaining tours of the Blue Mountains, with a historical influence, through storytelling.
Tours are either coach commentary tours for private groups, village walking tours and speaking engagements.
Coach commentary tours, offer your private group and a local host to escort you throughout the Blue Mountains, allowing your group to see the mountains as a local whether your group is a school group learning the colonial story, a seniors group looking for a fun day out, or a conference group seeking local information on your way to attend a conference.
The village walking tours are popular with locals and visitors, offering an in-depth look into the story of Leura, Katoomba and Mt Victoria.
Whatever you choose you will gain a unique insight into the story of the Blue Mountains and laugh the way.
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