Mount Victoria: The Imperial Hotel & Railway Refreshment Rooms

Before Katoomba became the Blue Mountains' best-known destination in the late 1800s, Mount Victoria was welcoming travellers from across the colony. Journey back to the late 19th century and discover how the arrival of the railway transformed a quiet mountain village into one of Australia's earliest tourist retreats. From the bustling Railway Refreshment Rooms, where thousands of passengers paused for a hot meal, to the grand Imperial Hotel, this is the fascinating story of steam trains, mountain holidays, and a fascinating chapter in Blue Mountains history. Visit the Mount Victoria Museum and learn part of the story behind the Imperial Hotel. Footage at 01:51 & 08:57 from the stunning V&A Guesthouse, in Mount Vic. Subscribe to see more places and learn about stories from this region and beyond. ☕️🍻 Your support is much appreciated, and I'd never turn it down if you bought me a coffee or shouted me a beer! https://buymeacoffee.com/the.bygones Thanks for dropping by! #BlueMountainsHistory #BlueMountains #ExploreNSW #MountVictoriaNSW