The Bell Tower
The Bell Tower
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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The Bell Tower is one of the most unique things to see in Perth. The available tours give you a fascinating insight into the one of the most unique facilities in the world! Have a go at chiming a historic bell and learn about the ancient art of bell ringing. Your tour guide will also present to you a souvenir chiming certificate. The Bell Tower is also home to the ANZAC Bell. Watch and listen to 6,500kg Bell ring at 12pm, (1pm on ANZAC Day - 25 April). Twelve of the 18 bells in this Tower came from London's St. Martin-in-the-Fields church in Trafalgar Square as a Bicentenary gift to the people of Western Australia in 1988. Originally cast in the 13th century and recast in the 16th and 18th centuries, they were rung at the homecoming of James Cook after his voyage of discovery in 1771, after the Battle of El Alamein in 1942 and at the coronation of every British monarch since George II in 1727. Book the Bell Tower Experience Tour, the ANZAC Bell Tour or the Romance Package.
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Neighborhood: Perth CBD
Perth CBD, the central business district of Perth, serves as a magnetic nucleus of this sun-soaked city, drawing in both locals and tourists alike. Towering skyscrapers share the skyline with historic architecture, as the Swan River glistens nearby. Iconic landmarks such as the Bell Tower, Elizabeth Quay, and the Art Gallery of Western Australia offer a blend of cultural and historical exploration. The food scene is a gastronomic joyride, with dining options spanning from upscale restaurants at Brookfield Place to diverse food trucks at Forrest Place. Public transport is a breeze with the well-connected Perth Train Station and multiple bus routes, making every corner of this fascinating neighborhood within reach. Walking through this neighborhood, one is bound to encounter the true essence of Perth - a harmonious blend of urban sophistication and laid-back charm.
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Colin S
Auckland, New Zealand14 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
Highly recommend visiting the bell tower and especially join the bell ringing add on. This was such fun and our guide Howard was awesome. We did the joint Bell Tower and Perth Mint tour - both tours were great and was exceptionally good value for money
Written August 24, 2024
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Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! Its great to hear you enjoyed your time with us and Perth Mint, we'll pass your kind words on to Howard.
Written September 3, 2024
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Anne S
Leeds, UK616 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
We missed the Perth Explorer bus, so while waiting for the next one we decided to look at the Bell Tower. We discovered we were very lucky to be in time for the guided tour which included a chance to ring the bells ourselves and which happens only one day a month. Mike, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and we were able to go inside the bell room and see all 18 bells along with the ANZAC bell. We then moved to the bell ringers room and as well as having a bell ringing demo from the actual bell ringers, were able to ring 2 of the bells ourselves. A brilliant and very unusual experience.
Written December 2, 2024
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Thank you for your 5-star review! The bell ringing experience is such an amazing and unique thing to do while in Perth City - what luck that you were able to walk into it! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with Mike. We'll pass your kind words on to him.
Written December 9, 2024
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Kathryn B
Brisbane, Australia1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Couples
We had a fabulous tour at the Bell Tower today. We chose the 11:30am Thursday tour to see the bell ringers in action, which was great, but the unexpected highlight was seeing the massive Anzac Bell toll at noon - it was amazing!
Sylvia was our guide and she was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable.
We enjoyed having the chance to ring the bells ourselves and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the Anzac medal included in this tour.
Thoroughly recommend!
Sylvia was our guide and she was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable.
We enjoyed having the chance to ring the bells ourselves and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the Anzac medal included in this tour.
Thoroughly recommend!
Written August 22, 2024
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So glad to hear you enjoyed yourself! We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Sylvia.
Written September 3, 2024
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Faith Esther C
Singapore, Singapore46 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Our visit to Bell Tower turned out better than I had imagined. We went for the package with the bell ringing and it was an eye-opener. The tour guide Jeff was very engaging and did a good job telling us everything he knew about bells. My 5-year-old was very engaged and loved exploring the exhibits.
Written April 16, 2024
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Hi Faith, Thank you for taking the time to leave us suck a kind review. Jeff is a master at keeping people engaged, and I'm glad your 5-year old was just as interested!
Written May 15, 2024
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Giulia G
3 contributions
Jan 2025 • Solo
Visiting the Perth Bell Tower was a truly fascinating experience! It’s not just a landmark but a great opportunity to dive into the history of the tower and the art of bell ringing. The views from the top are beautiful and make the visit even more worthwhile. A special mention to Howard, who was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. I had a lovely conversation with him, and he even played the Italian anthem on the bells for me :-) Highly recommended for anyone visiting Perth!
Written January 17, 2025
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Thank you for your detailed 5-star review! We are glad you enjoyed your experience and time at our beautiful tower.
And thank you for your nice review of Howard - We will pass your kind words onto him.
Written February 18, 2025
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia29,775 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
The Bell Tower is striking in design and prominent next to the Swan River and houses twelve bells St Martins in The Fields and designed to commemorate Australia's Bicentenary in 1988. Two other bells came from London and three donated by a mining consortium. Enjoy the interesting architecture.
Written September 12, 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We do love the eye-catching architecture of our Perth Bell Tower.
Written November 17, 2024
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Shelagh P
15 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
A fun chance to make a din with Bells!!!
A great opportunity to hear the history behind the bells coming from Britain to Perth. Howard was very knowledgeable and we found that we live close to where he had lived in UK before coming to Oz. The views in all directions from the top of the tower were brilliant.
A great opportunity to hear the history behind the bells coming from Britain to Perth. Howard was very knowledgeable and we found that we live close to where he had lived in UK before coming to Oz. The views in all directions from the top of the tower were brilliant.
Written November 12, 2024
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Thank you for your 5-star review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your tour with Howard, one of our superstar tour guides. We'll pass your kind words on to him.
Written November 17, 2024
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avrilritchie
Dundee, UK304 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Wonderful building - just beautiful particularly from outside. We did the self guide tour and found it really interesting- views are great. Staff are friendly and helpful. Easy to take in on a walking tour round Perth.
Written April 8, 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experience. We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit.
Written May 15, 2024
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Abdul Mattin
Samarinda, Indonesia5 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
The experience to see and exploring the bell tower is one of a must do activity in Perth. Went to the place with family few days ago, the explanation after check-in to the reception desk was amazing. Thank you for your help and time for the team in The Bell Tower.
Written July 13, 2024
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Thanks for such a kind review!
Written September 3, 2024
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TravelTrips12
Sydney, Australia409 contributions
Jul 2023
I had a great time at the Bell Tower. It was really interesting to learn about the history of this building, and how the towers came to be located inside this structure. I was fortunate to have been there when the ANZAC bell was rung at midday. You can also feel the incredible weight of this bell swinging back-and-forth inside the building. A sight to behold.
Unfortunately the Bell Tower is only open for half the week, and only for a few hours for open days. So plan ahead!
Unfortunately the Bell Tower is only open for half the week, and only for a few hours for open days. So plan ahead!
Written July 15, 2023
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It really is so special to be able to experience the ANZAC Bell ringing like that!
Unfortunately it is the off season so it is difficult to justify being open more days at the moment, on the plus side, because its the off season, there's a very good chance of there being a free spot on tours.
Written July 25, 2023
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and does the turret clock chime if your closed or only if your open because 7pm last night I didn't hear it or maybe I might of just missed the hourly chime.
Written March 9, 2024
Hi Hamish. In respect to our neighbours, the turret clock only chimes between 9:30am and 3:45pm daily. Sorry you missed us!
Written May 15, 2024
And how often does your turret clock need to be winded up?
Written March 5, 2024
The turret clocks needs to be wound up daily to continue running. If you're keen to have a go, come visit us and you can help wind it up.
Written May 15, 2024
Is the Anzac bell rung by some one pulling a rope or is it automated?
Written March 5, 2024
The 6,500kg ANZAC Bell is much too heavy for our ringers to handle. This one is rung automatically at noon daily.
Written May 15, 2024
Hi. Do you need to buy a ticket to access the observation level/deck lookout? Do the bells get rung during every tour? And are they loud? Or are you given the option of whether you would like to not ring the bells?
Written July 26, 2019
Hi There,
You can purchase a general entry ticket that will get you up to the observation deck. This does not include the interactive Bell Chiming Experience, but can be added on. Every person who opts to go on the tour gets the opportunity to chime the bells from the bell ringing chamber.
Inside the tower, the bells are not as loud as they are outside, due to the amount of soundproofing.
Written July 28, 2019
Can you bring your own lock?
Written August 13, 2018
Hi Kerry,
The Love Lock chains outside the Bell Tower are only for our locks. If the structure is strained by the weight, we will have to cut the other locks off. Bell Tower Love Locks are guaranteed to stay on the chains.
Written September 13, 2018
Hi Nicole, the Bell Tower opened the doors on 10 December 2000. It was part of the millennium projects and also to give a home to the bells we received from St. Martin-on-the-Fields, London.
Written July 31, 2018
Nola C
Quinns Rocks, Australia
Cost for pensioners and do we need to book. Thanks
Written October 12, 2015
The cost for pensioners is $16 for the entry and the interactive chiming demonstration. General entry is only $8
You can book your ticket via the web page or come in and pay at the counter.
Written July 17, 2018
Nola C
Quinns Rocks, Australia
How much for pensioners to visit and what time do the bells ring, do we have to book .thanks .
Written October 12, 2015
Hi Nola
Cost for pensioners is $9 the bell ringing times vary each day but usually ring at lunch time
Monday 12-1pm
Wednesday (demonstration for public to join in) 11.30-12.30pm
Thursday 12-1pm
Friday (demonstration for the public to join in) 11.30-12.30pm
Saturday 12-1pm
Sunday 12-1pm
It is best to contact the Bell Tower on the day you plan to visit to confirm times 08 62100444
Written November 3, 2015
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