The Perth Mint Gold Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
The Perth Mint offers a unique combination of attractions which allow you to experience all the magic, allure and wonder of gold.
Founded in 1899 on the cusp of the greatest gold rush in Australia’s history, the Mint is custodian to one of Western Australia’s oldest heritage sites and is a magnificent reminder of the State’s golden beginnings.
Bringing the story of Western Australian gold to life, the darkened halls of the Gold Exhibition offer multimedia presentations, interactive displays, historic images and aged artefacts, which all combine to form the backdrop to the array of dazzling pure gold exhibits.
Embark on the emotive journey of gold discovery, marvel at the largest gold coin ever made, view an impressive collection of natural gold nuggets, watch how molten gold is poured to form a solid gold bar, discover the value of your weight in gold, and much more!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Perth Mint is located at 310 Hay Street (cnr Hill Street) in East Perth, a short walk from Perth's city centre and many leading hotels and accommodation houses. You can use the free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus service to visit the Mint. Chose the Red CAT bus (click here for route map) and depart at The Perth Mint stop (Number R06)
Public holidays from 9.00am to 5.00pm
Closed New Year's Day, Good Friday, Anzac Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
An exhibition guide brochure is available in 8 languages (Chinese, English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese and Korean)
Wheelchair access and universal access restroom facilities. A wheelchair is available for loan, if required.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Perth Mint
Make the most of your visit to The Perth Mint by joining one of the hourly guided talks. The grand heritage building, heavily secured vaults and original Melting House each provide the cues for many extraordinary stories about Western Australia's golden past and the Mint's rich history of refining gold and issuing priceless gold bars and coins. Marvel at the largest gold coin ever made, weighing one tonne of pure gold; view Australia's most dazzling display of natural gold nuggets; watch molten gold being poured to form a gleaming solid gold bar; handle more than $700,000 worth of gold bullion and much more!
What‘s Included
Tour guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting points
The Perth Mint
310 Hay St Perth Australia
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
The Perth Mint Gold Tour
Reviews
626 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fascinating insight into gold and the Mint
938sarahc,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nicole was a lively and enthusiastic guide, great charisma. The tour was interesting (alas the gold pouring element was under repair), with amazing artefacts and examples and the history of the Mint was well explained
Must do tour
dionnea192,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fa gastric experience and lots of fun. It’s a must do tour of Perth. First time I’ve done the tour after living here for 14 years.
Educational and fun
brenttons2026,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had no idea about the mint before the tour. Was quite fascinating, and was surprised at the size of the gold pieces previously discovered.
Great Day
Jeannette J,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Learnt so much. Our tour guide was Lucas and he was amazing. Very informative and entertaining.
Gold Dust!
Cindy C,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00If you want bullion get there early before ur tour to register. Very serious experience... The Gold pour is impressive, that will be the closest people ever get to such wealth.
Fascinating and well presented
M6246KMelizabethm,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great staff, interesting commentary, plenty of practical activities and highly recommended by the whole family.
Great tour, great presentation
izzy051,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, great guides, perfect presentation and optimal tour lenght. Suitable for all ages, interesting for everyone
Worth your weight in GOLD!
752lynettek,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The moment I stepped in with my husband I was welcomed by a lovely receptionist Giulia who was very accommodating with helping me purchase the correct tour. She steered me in the right direction of the tour that just started. David, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative. He didn't rush the group and gave us enough time to take photos. I would highly recommend this tour of anyone is visiting Perth
Nice tour and chance to lift a gold bar!
Swissmissy21,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fascinating and interesting gold pour experience with our friendly and informative guide Noryt. It is well worth the money and the history is explained well.
Mint
Brabley F,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Go have a look it’s great We had a wonderful time , the tour guide was fantastic…. Great young Australian lad .
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