About this tour
Step inside Perth's Bell Tower on the Swan River and pull the ropes on one of the world's largest musical instruments. This 45-minute hands-on experience lets you ring the historic royal bells that once hung in London's Saint Martin in the Fields, guided by someone who knows the craft. You'll absorb the Tower's backstory, clamber up to the Observation Deck for river views, and have a go at the coin-fed Carillon if the mood takes you.
Highlights
- Ring the royal bells from London's Saint Martin in the Fields
- Learn bell-ringing technique from an experienced guide
- 360-degree Swan River views from the Observation Deck
- Play melodies on the mechanical Carillon
- Explore one of Earth's largest musical instruments
What to expect
Expect a compact, focused outing rather than a lengthy historical lecture. Your guide will walk you through the mechanics of the bells and their journey from London to Perth, then hand you the ropes. You'll actually pull them—it takes real coordination to make a clean chime. After that, head upstairs to the Observation Deck where you can take in the river, fiddle with the Carillon for a few dollars if you fancy it, and absorb the views. The whole thing's accessible and pram-friendly, so families with young kids can manage it easily.
Good to know
Arrive via public transport; there's no parking included. Children need an adult alongside them at all times. The experience is wheelchair accessible. Service animals are welcome. Bring coins if you want to play the Carillon.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.