The Bell Tower stands at Barrack Square on Riverside Drive, a glass spire beside the Swan River and Elizabeth Quay. It houses a set of historic bells from around the world, with displays about the history of bells and the art of bell ringing. Visitors can go up through the exhibits to the Level 6 Observation Deck for views over the river and the city, and watch ringers at work when the bells are being chimed. The venue sells general entry along with the ANZAC Bell Tour, a Romance Package for Two and bell-chiming experiences. It is a compact attraction, around thirty minutes for a basic visit, which makes it an easy addition to a walk along the foreshore or the start of a river cruise.
What to do
General entry covers the artefacts, the displays and the Level 6 Observation Deck. The ANZAC Bell Tour lets you see the ANZAC Bell up close and includes a personalised certificate and a souvenir coin. Bell chiming lets you watch the ringers in action and see the bells turning over, and the Romance Package for Two includes the chance to chime the bells and a personalised engraved love lock. General entry takes around thirty minutes, with guided sessions in small groups of up to 25 people.
Planning
The venue's website gives opening hours of 10 am to 4 pm with last entry at 3:45 pm, and warns that it may close earlier for private events. Some sources mention closure on Mondays, so check the day you plan to go before you travel. The venue has an accessibility page, and details such as lift access should be confirmed with the venue. A combination ticket pairs the tower with an Optus Stadium tour at a small discount, which suits visitors who like to bundle city sights.
Fitting it in
The tower is at the foot of Barrack Street, so it sits beside the ferry jetties for river cruises and Rottnest services, and Elizabeth Quay is next door. It works well as a short morning or afternoon stop, followed by a walk along the water, a coffee at the quay or a cruise. Because it is brief, it suits families with children who enjoy interactive displays, and it is a useful wet-weather option when you want something indoors near the river.
What to expect
The experience
A short visit to a riverside tower with bell displays, an observation deck and optional guided or bell-chiming experiences.
Best time
Mid-morning or early afternoon, when sessions are running and the river light is good.
How long
Around thirty minutes for general entry, longer for guided tours.
Tips
Check the day you plan to visit, arrive before the last entry at 3:45 pm, and pair it with a river walk.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Short, easy sightseeing right on the riverfront, especially in poor weather.
- Families
- Children like watching the bells turn and the views from the deck.
- Couples
- The Romance Package for Two adds an engraved love lock and a chance to chime the bells.
- Pair with
- Elizabeth Quay, a Swan River cruise and the ferries to Rottnest are all beside it.
- Time needed
- Thirty minutes to an hour.
Good questions
Where is the Bell Tower?+
It is at Barrack Square on Riverside Drive, beside the Swan River and Elizabeth Quay. It sits at the foot of Barrack Street, close to the river ferry jetties.
What are the opening hours?+
The venue's website gives 10 am to 4 pm, with last entry at 3:45 pm, and warns of earlier closures for private events. Check the day you plan to visit, because some sources mention closure on Mondays.
What can I do inside?+
You can explore historic bells and displays about bell history and ringing, and go up to the Level 6 Observation Deck. There are also the ANZAC Bell Tour, bell-chiming experiences and a Romance Package for Two.
How long does a visit take?+
General entry takes around thirty minutes. The ANZAC Bell experience is longer, at around an hour.
Can I combine it with another attraction?+
Combination tickets pair the tower with an Optus Stadium tour at a small discount. It also sits beside Elizabeth Quay and the river cruise jetties.
