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The Perth Mint Gold Tour includes a fascinating live gold pour, the world’s largest gold coin and a guided walk through our world-class exhibition. Come and see why almost 91,000 people enjoyed our tour in 2024-25. 

The mesmerising mix of stories, interactive displays and challenges will leave you with lasting memories and in no doubt why The Perth Mint is a premier tourist attraction in Western Australia. Find out more about our attractions here. 

Visit two iconic Perth tourist attractions with The Gold and Bells package, which includes a tour of The Bell Tower at Elizabeth Quay and The Perth Mint Gold Tour for a discounted price.

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Monday to Friday

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The Perth Mint Gold Tour (Call or book online to ensure availability).
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Monday to Friday

9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm. 

Saturday

9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm.  

Sunday

9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm. 

Public holidays

Good Friday, Closed Anzac Day (25 April), Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day. 

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The Gold and Bells package 
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Monday to Friday

Starts at 11am at The Bell Tower then 12.30pm at The Perth Mint. 

Saturday

Starts at 11am at The Bell Tower then 12.30pm at The Perth Mint. 

Sunday

Unavailable.

Public holidays

Closed Anzac Day (25 April), Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday. 

The Perth Mint Gold Tour

Great wet weather activity in Perth.

Marvel at a live gold pour, the world’s largest gold bullion coin, Australia’s largest natural nugget collection, historic coin exhibition and much more during our popular tour that brings the history of the gold industry to life.

Duration: 60 minutes           

Price: AUD 25 (adult), AUD 15 (child 5-15 years),  AUD 22 (concession - Australian only), AUD 68 (small group). A $2 Mint Your Own Medallion is included with every paid admission.

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Become a coin designer at The Perth Mint

This workshop will explore creative thinking and technical skills, including utilising scale and shape in designs to produce your very own festive coin. Once you’re happy with your final masterpiece, see your design converted into an engraved medallion for you to take home.

If booked with The Perth Mint Gold Tour, each coin designing participant will receive a $5 tour discount.

Festive themed coin designing sessions run at 9:45am and 1:45pm every Saturday in December leading up to Christmas. Bookings are essential.

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Christmas kids activities - Become a coin designer at The Perth Mint

Gold and Bells package

Explore The Bell Tower and The Perth Mint.

Enjoy two iconic attractions for one great price. Ticket includes a guided tour at each venue. Enjoy a 15-minute walk or short bus ride from The Bell Tower to The Perth Mint.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes (including travel)

Price: AUD 42.30 (adult), AUD 26.10 (child 5-15 years). A $2 Mint Your Own Medallion is included with every paid admission.

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Hear from our visitors

  • Super cool

    Gold pour was super cool and Amelie was amazing. Great presenter. Lovely sense of humour. Thank you. – Matt

  • Lovely

    The melting of the gold bar and touching the gold bar. The tour guide was lovely and very interesting. – Elizabeth

  • Amazing

    Shop, tour, gold pour was amazing. Dakota, Oliver and Clay were so knowledgeable … We had a lovely time. – Bart and Vicky

  • Great

    Seeing my weight in gold. Paul was great. – Anonymous

  • Excellent

    Gold bar casting process demonstration, we love it. Excellent demonstration. Worth watching it. – Vepa

  • Hilarious

    Gold pour and tour jokes - Oliver was informative and hilarious. Very engaging tour. – Nova

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