The Royal Perth Mint, is the oldest working mint in Australia and is located at 310 Hay Street, East Perth, just a short bus ride the RED CAT from the city centre. The Mint is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, except on major public holidays like New Year’s Day, Christmas Day, Anzac Day, Good Friday, and Boxing Day.

The Mint offers several ticket options:

• A Gold Tour including a live gold pour, world-class exhibition, and interactive displays
• Duration 60 minutes, and
• Costs AUD 25 for adults, AUD 15 for children (5–15 years), AUD 22 for concession / pensioner card holders (Australian only)

• A Gold and Bells package, which includes both going to the Perth Mint and The Bell Tower (plus guided tour) at Elizabeth Quay.
• Duration 2.5 hours and
• Cost at AUD 42.30 for adults or AUD 26.10 for children.

Inside the Mint, walk through exhibits tracing Western Australia’s gold-rush legacy, discover dazzling gold nuggets, and even lift a bar worth over AUD 1 million! You’ll be able to also see the major attraction, the iconic one tonne gold coin, which is the world’s heaviest and most valuable coin, weighing in at 1,012 kg.

A visit to the Perth Mint is the perfect way to immerse yourself in Western Australia’s golden history, blending fascinating stories, dazzling displays, and unforgettable experiences all in one iconic destination.

See more information below about the Mint, courtesy of this clip produced by Destination WA.

Gold Bars from the Perth Mint
The Perth Mint produces and refines gold, silver, and platinum. Supplying not only bullion but also the official currency for the Australian government, including the renowned Australian Nugget gold coins and Silver Kookaburra coins, each tested to an exceptional 99.99% purity.

The gold bullion bars produced at the Mint are available in a wide range of sizes, from as little as 5 grams to 10 ounces, catering to both investors and collectors. Thanks to its uncompromising standards and global reputation, the Perth Mint stands as a world leader in bullion production, with its products universally trusted and highly sought after.

• Location: 310 Hay St, East Perth WA 6004
• Website: https://www.perthmint.com/
• Opening times: 9am-5pm (Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Anzac Day (25 April).