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The British Arms, part of the Museum — Image credit: WA Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Museum of the Goldfields

Museum of the Goldfields in Kalgoorlie/Karlkurla offers an immersive journey into the heart of Western Australia's gold rush era. The museum presents curated exhibits, including the state's largest collection of gold bars and nuggets, original mining artefacts, and interactive displays that recount the lives of prospectors and mining families. The museum's heritage precinct offers a captivating glimpse into Kalgoorlie's golden past, featuring the iconic British Arms Hotel, celebrated as Australia's narrowest pub, alongside De Bernales's recreated boardroom and a charming 1930s miner's cottage. Each space immerses visitors in the authentic atmosphere of life during the gold rush era. For those seeking a broader perspective, the Ivanhoe Headframe viewing platform provides sweeping vistas of the city and surrounding mine sites. Complementing these experiences, the daily "Highlights Tour" invites guests to uncover deeper stories of Aboriginal heritage, pioneering transport, and the transformative development that shaped the Goldfields. A visit to the museum is an ideal addition to nearby experiences such as the Super Pit lookout, Kalgoorlie Town Hall and the Heritage Tram tour. The Aboriginal Bush Food and Medicine Garden highlights partnerships with Indigenous communities to promote sustainability and cultural education. Housed within historic buildings, the museum preserves Kalgoorlie's pulse, making it a captivating stop for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Kalgoorlie WA

0.0 km away

The World's Tallest Bin in Kalgoorlie-Boulder — Image credit: Australia's Golden Outback

Landmarks and Buildings

The World's Tallest Bin

Located in Kalgoorlie-Boulder in Western Australia's Goldfields region, the World's Tallest Bin is a quirky roadside attraction that showcases the town's unique sense of humour. Standing approximately eight metres high, this oversized structure transforms an everyday object into a memorable landmark. Originally created in 1980 as part of a local campaign to promote cleanliness and community pride, the towering bin was designed as a visual reminder to keep the town tidy. While it may look functional from a distance, its height makes it more of a novelty than a practical rubbish bin, adding to its charm. Set against the expansive outback landscape, the World's Tallest Bin has become one of Kalgoorlie-Boulder's more unusual attractions. It offers visitors a fun photo opportunity and a chance to experience the playful side of regional Western Australia. Free to visit and easy to access, this offbeat landmark is a quick and entertaining stop when exploring Kalgoorlie-Boulder, providing a light-hearted addition to any Goldfields itinerary.

Kalgoorlie WA

0.1 km away

St Mary's Church

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

St Mary's Church

The magnificent St Mary’s Church in Kalgoorlie is a heritage-listed federation-gothic style church which was built in 1902. Examine the outside of this photogenic building before stepping inside to observe the carved wood ceilings and striking stained glass windows. Known as the Church of Gold, the bricks used to build the church came from Coolgardie and local legend has it that they contain small gold deposits within the bricks. The church is on the corner of Brookman and Porter Streets in Kalgoorlie. Kalgoorlie is a seven-hour drive east of Perth or alternatively, you can take a one hour flight.

Kalgoorlie WA

0.3 km away

Large gold nugget — Image credit: Richard Mancuso

Shopping and Markets

Natural Gold Nuggets and Jewellery

Discover the extraordinary at Natural Gold Nuggets and Jewellery (NGNJ)—the Western Australian Goldfields' leading destination for high‑purity, ethically sourced natural gold nuggets. Step inside the historic showroom and experience an exceptional display of locally sourced gold nuggets, rare gold specimens, and hand crafted Western Australian jewellery. Each piece is selected with care for its purity, beauty, and authenticity. You'll also enjoy an inspiring range of crystals, minerals, fossils, and unique souvenirs, perfect for collectors, enthusiasts, and thoughtful gift seekers. Join an interactive tours, run every weekday from 3:30 to 3:45 pm and explore with us the discovery of gold in Kalgoorlie. Admission is free. Specialist services, include alluvial gold nugget purchasing, custom jewellery design and repairs, and professional mineral identification and evaluation. Experience the Goldfields' finest. Discover something truly remarkable at NGNJ.

Kalgoorlie WA

0.4 km away

Mount Charlotte

Natural Attractions

Mount Charlotte

An easy walk to the summit of Mount Charlotte rewards you with the best sunset views in Kalgoorlie, looking out over Australia’s largest outback city and one of the richest goldfields on Earth. It’s also the terminus for one of Australia’s most amazing engineering feats - the Golden Pipeline - which has brought water, the most precious resource of all, to the Goldfields since 1903. You can even follow this epic water pipeline on its 563-kilometre journey all the way from Mundaring Weir, in the Perth Hills, through the Wheatbelt to Kalgoorlie in the Goldfields. If you’re exploring Kalgoorlie on foot, it’s less than a 10-minute walk from the Museum of the Goldfields to reach Mount Charlotte. See the rich and fascinating history of the mount and reservoir revealed in the interpretive signage. Stand at the summit and marvel at the engineering genius of the pipeline’s founding father, CY O'Connor. Or imagine yourself there in the moment, when Paddy Hannan, Thomas Flanagan and Dan Shea sparked the Western Australian gold rush and unearthed one of the richest goldfields in the world.

Williamstown WA

0.7 km away

Kalgoorlie Town Hall — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Kalgoorlie Town Hall

The prominent Kalgoorlie Town Hall is an impressive heritage building which was completed in 1908. With its grand facade and rich interior decoration, it reflects the town's immense wealth during the gold boom. The building consists of a municipal office, council rooms, a Mayor’s parlour, a banqueting room, an auditorium and stage facilities. The building has been restored to retain its original character and Edwardian grandeur. Internal features include the intricate stamped metal ceilings, beautiful chandeliers, a sweeping staircase and a majestic theatre. View an extensive collection of art and memorabilia upstairs and in the Council Chamber. Sit in the town hall and soak up the atmosphere, imagining it as it was in yesteryear. Allow at least two to three days to soak up the unique gold rush history of the area.

Kalgoorlie WA

0.9 km away

Goldfields Arts Centre

Entertainment Venues

Goldfields Arts Centre

The Goldfields Arts Centre (GAC) is the hub of the region’s vibrant cultural and arts scene. Home to two premier art galleries and a 700-seat theatre, it plays host to many nationally and internationally acclaimed artists and acts, while providing unique opportunities for local Goldfields artists, thespians and musicians to showcase their work. The centre is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Kalgoorlie Boulder Pure Gold Visitor Centre in central Kalgoorlie, six and a half hours from Perth by road, or a little over an hour by air. You can also reach Kalgoorlie by train, or on a guided tour. You’ll find a diverse year-round program of shows and events at the theatre, including plays, concerts, comedy shows and dance performances. The fine art gallery, one of only three museum-standard ‘A’ class galleries in Western Australia, offers a similarly rich array of exhibitions. Take in a show, explore the latest exhibit, then pick up a memento at the gift shop, where you’ll find a range of artworks, crafts and jewellery from local artists and craftspeople. Admission to the art gallery is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Kalgoorlie WA

1.1 km away

Nickel pots at the Entry Station in Boulder — Image credit: Tourism WA

Agritourism

WMC Resource Nickel Pots

As you drive along the Goldfields Highway in Kalgoorlie, you cannot miss the massive WMC Resource Nickel Pots on display at the Tourist Information Bay. The pots make a great photograph; you can even get inside one to give your shot some perspective of the immense size of these big pots. The Nickel Pots are owned by WMC Resources which is Australia's largest and the world's third-largest nickel producer. Be sure to pull over to find out all the local tourist information, and at the same time read the interpretive panels to find out all about the enormous nickel pots. You can also find out about the history and development of the nickel industry in Western Australia.

Kalgoorlie WA

1.2 km away

Paddy Hannan Statue — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Paddy Hannan's Statue

A familiar sight to visitors of Kalgoorlie is the bronze commemorative statue of Paddy Hannan. Standing proudly on the main street of the gold mining town, you will be able to photograph the statue and then visit the original statue in the town hall. Hannan is credited with discovering the first gold in Kalgoorlie that started the greatest gold rush in Australia’s history in the late 1800s. The remarkable sight of the largest goldmine in Australia is best captured from the Super Pit Lookout. Kalgoorlie also forms part of the Golden Quest Discovery Trail, a well-planned self-drive tour of the West Australian Goldfields. Drive through the towns of Kalgoorlie, Boulder, Coolgardie and Laverton to see over 25 significant and historic sites. Paddy Hannan’s Statue is located in the mining town of Kalgoorlie a six-and-a-half hours drive northeast of Perth. Alternatively, take a one-hour flight from Perth.

Kalgoorlie WA

1.4 km away

Centennial Park

National Parks and Reserves

Gribble Creek Walk and Cycle Way

The Gribble Creek Walk and Cycle Way provide a well-planned route you can follow to discover the town of Kalgoorlie and many of its attractions. Walk or ride through the town's historic streets stopping at the many points of interest along the way. Take a leisurely ride through the Kalgoorlie Arboretum to discover the diversity of native flora and fauna. Choose from several picturesque parks to stop for lunch including the arboretum and Centennial Park. Examine the Kakoda Track Memorial during your stop-off in Centennial Park. Read the informative plaques about the gruesome battle in Papua New Guinea back in 1942. The memorial is a tribute to the servicemen and women who lost their lives during World War II. Visitors to the charming mining town can take a two-hour flight or a six-hour drive from Perth. Collect a brochure about the walk and cycle trail from the visitor centre and find out about a multitude of other tourist attractions on offer from the friendly staff.

Kalgoorlie WA

1.5 km away

Evening in Hannan Street — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Kalgoorlie Courthouse

The Kalgoorlie Courthouse and Government Buildings are among the most impressive heritage landmarks in the heart of Kalgoorlie. Completed in 1899, the grand Government Buildings were constructed from distinctive local pink stone and originally accommodated a number of important government services, including the Post and Telegraph Office, Warden's Court and Offices, Mines Department and Courts of Justice. The former Post Office section of the building has since been beautifully restored and transformed into the Kalgoorlie Courthouse, combining contemporary court facilities with the character and grandeur of one of the city's most significant heritage buildings. One of its most striking features is the magnificent gold-leaf dome crowning the clock tower. During the building's restoration, the dome was covered in 23-carat gold leaf, creating a fitting tribute to the precious metal that shaped Kalgoorlie-Boulder and continues to define the city today. The gilding project was driven by local community and business support and has created a spectacular landmark that gleams above Hannan Street. The courthouse forms part of Kalgoorlie's historic Government Precinct, which was developed during the late 1890s under Government Architect J H Grainger. Centrally located on Hannan Street, the Government Buildings make a major contribution to Kalgoorlie's historic streetscape. Visitors are encouraged to admire the architecture from St Barbara's Square and look up to see the distinctive golden dome.

Kalgoorlie WA

1.5 km away

793C Haul Truck and 994F Loader — Image credit: Hannans North Tourist Mine

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Hannans North Tourist Mine

Come and experience Kalgoorlie's largest open-air museum, where you will experience a vibrant mix of gold rush history and modern-day mining. Take yourself on a tour as you explore over 30 educational and interactive exhibits. Climb aboard a 793c Haul Truck, 994-wheel loader and modern-day drill rigs. Experience life as a prospector in an 1800s camp and explore the original 1920s gold room. Grab a kip and try your luck at Two-Up. Visit the Gold Stealing Detection Unit exhibit and learn about the tales and fails of gold thieves. Listen to Paddy Hannan tell his tale of discovery and even pan for your own real Kalgoorlie gold (and you keep what you find). Hannans North Tourist Mine has a great souvenir shop, as well as free BBQ facilities. The museum is animal-free, although free dog pens are available. Come on the day and our friendly staff will assist you. Alternatively, you can prebook your visit on the website with the "Book Now" button.

Kalgoorlie WA

2.0 km away

Entrance at Hammond Park — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Parks and Gardens

Hammond Park (Kalgoorlie Boulder)

Hammond Park is a lush green oasis in the middle of the outback mining town of Kalgoorlie. It has a diverse range of attractions to suit the whole family. Enjoy the walk through the park to the animal sanctuary, where you can get up close to kangaroos, emus and a variety of birds in the enclosed aviaries. Children will enjoy feeding the ducks at the large pond and looking out for the fish that come close to the surface in search of food. Visit the impressive miniature Bavarian castle that is said to have 40,000 gemstones decorating the façade. Keep the children entertained in the playground whilst preparing lunch on the barbeque. Enjoy a relaxing picnic under the trees or sit in the heritage-listed rotunda. This beautiful structure is over 100 years old and is one of the largest in Australia. Hammond Park is in the centre of Kalgoorlie which is a six hour drive east of Perth.

Lamington WA

2.1 km away

Signpost Racing Museum — Image credit: Image from operators website

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Signpost Racing Museum

This is the perfect place to research local horse racing history. The Museum began after the Palace Hotel was renovated and a diverse collection of racing items were uncovered. The collection includes original silks, ticket stubs, betting machines, bookies bags and stands. The Museum is housed in the "Tote" (Totaliser) Building which was built in 1896 for 400 pounds and still has several of the original betting windows, although no longer used for betting, they can still be opened to display the beauty of this Victorian era building.

Kalgoorlie WA

2.2 km away

Kalgoorlie Arboretum

Natural Attractions

Kalgoorlie Arboretum

Kalgoorlie Arboretum provides some excellent interpretive walk trails enabling you to explore the region's native flora. Take a leisurely walk through the trees allowing time to stop and identify the various species, whilst reading the informative plaques. Relax with a picnic on the grassed area under the shade of the river gum trees before continuing to explore the arboretum. Birdwatchers will enjoy viewing the large number of bird species that live within the parkland and small dam. The whole family will enjoy a day at the arboretum as there is even a dog exercise area within the park. The Kalgoorlie Arboretum is set amidst 26 hectares of bushland. Kalgoorlie is a six-hour drive east of Perth. Alternatively, take an hour's flight from Perth.

Kalgoorlie WA

2.3 km away

Kalgoorlie Golf Course

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Kalgoorlie Golf Course

Surrounded by unique Western Australia flora and fauna, Kalgoorlie Golf Course is a premier, 18 hole grass golf course designed by top course architect Graham Marsh. Lush green fairways are surrounded by deep red sand, a unique experience only found in this part of the world. The course design boasts many holes with spectacular desert views and highlights the contrast between the green fairways, golden sand traps and the dramatic outback red earth all set against the plentiful local gum trees and fauna. The 8th hole ‘The Super Pit’ will leave all golfers with a view they will never forget. The inclusion of multiple island tee positions offers a variety of teeing options depending on your golfing ability. Couch fairways provide generous landing areas to bent grass undulating greens which will test the putting skills of all golfers. Home to the Goldfields Golf Club, Kalgoorlie Golf Course offers a fantastic facility in one of the most remote parts of the country - Welcome to Australia!

Karlkurla WA

3.5 km away

Karlkurla Bushland Park — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Parks and Gardens

Karlkurla Bushland Park

Karlkurla Bushland Park comprises of 200 hectares of regrowth bushland just outside of Kalgoorlie. It has been developed into a community park offering a plethora of activities in a natural setting to entertain all who visit. Wander along the walk tracks and visit the wildlife lookout to discover the abundant birdlife and animals that inhabit the area. Make the most of the interpretive walk trail to learn about the diverse species of flora and fauna along the way. For the more energetic, enjoy a picturesque cycle or jog through the bushland. Then relax in the peaceful picnic area to enjoy a barbeque or picnic lunch. The bushland is continuing to regenerate. Visitors can help continue the regeneration project by collecting Karlkurla seeds from the tourist centre and scattering them in the designated areas. Karlkurla Bushland Park is an eight-minute drive from the centre of Kalgoorlie and just over a six-hour drive east of Perth. Alternatively, visitors to the mining town can take an hour's flight from Perth.

Hannans WA

3.8 km away

The Miners Monument, located in Boulder — Image credit: Tourism WA

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Miners Monument Boulder

A visit to the town of Boulder provides you with an opportunity to visit the Miners Monument located in the centre of the town. The monument was created to commemorate over 1,300 miners who have been killed since the gold rush of the 1890s. Examine the realistic detail of the statue that depicts a miner using an air leg drill, which is often used in underground mines. After viewing the monument, continue down Burt Street on foot, and join into the Boulder Historic Walk. The walk encompasses one of the most significant historical streetscapes in Western Australia. Each building along the route has a story and makes for an attractive photograph. The Miners Monument is just 10 minutes drive from Kalgoorlie and a six-hour drive east of Perth.

Boulder WA

4.2 km away

Boulder Town Hall

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Boulder Town Hall

The Boulder Town Hall was built in 1908 and demonstrates the architectural style of the prosperous gold rush days. It is a beautifully preserved historic hall with pressed tin ceilings and wrought iron balustrades. The Hall was formerly a theatre famous for celebrity performances by Dame Nellie Melba, Eileen Joyce and Joan Sutherland. It still houses a rare and famous Philip Goatcher Stage Curtain, believed to be the last remaining one of its kind. This spectacular curtain depicts the scene of the Bay of Naples and has hung in the hall since 1908. See the lovingly restored curtain be lowered by its original pulley system each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and on Boulder Market days. On 7 January 2019, the museum was reopened in the Boulder Town Hall. Walk through the exhibition and discover the significant involvement residents of the town made during the Boer War, World Wars I and II, through to the 21st Century. Examine photographs, documents and original artefacts to gain an in-depth understanding of the wars and how they impacted those enlisted and on the home front. Located on the corner of Burt and Lane Streets, Boulder is a seven-hour drive east of Perth.

Boulder WA

4.4 km away

Goldfields War Museum (at the Boulder Town Hall)

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Goldfields War Museum

The Goldfields War Museum was established in 1989 to showcase the Goldfields community contribution to conflicts in which Australia has been involved and was realised through the vision, drive and dedication of local resident Ross Rogers and his family. In April 2010, the museum was devastated by a 5.0 magnitude earthquake, the highest ever recorded in the area. The Goldfields War Museum relocated to the Kalgoorlie Town Hall with a long-term commitment from the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder to redevelop the museum and return it to Boulder. On 7 January 2019, the museum was reopened in the Boulder Town Hall. Walk through the exhibition and discover the significant involvement residents of the town made during the Boer War, World Wars I and II, through to the 21st Century. Examine photographs, documents and original artefacts to gain an in-depth understanding of the wars and how they impacted those enlisted and on the home front. The Goldfields War Museum is located in the historic town of Boulder, 6.5 hours drive east of Perth. The town of Boulder and nearby Kalgoorlie offers a plethora of fascinating attractions.

Boulder WA

4.4 km away

The Old Boulder Municipal Power Station — Image credit: EGHS

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Eastern Goldfields Historical Society

The Eastern Goldfields Historical Society preserves, promotes, researches and records the history of the Eastern Goldfields. They hold a large range of historic photographs, interesting museum pieces, an extensive source of reference materials and an impressive collection of Goldfields books in their library and bookshop. The Society is a non-profit organisation run mostly by volunteers dedicated to the collection and preservation of Goldfields history. Each year, members share this history by helping hundreds of visitors and researchers learn about the region and the people who built it. Come and view their displays and explore the extensive collection of historical photographs, reference materials, books and significant objects.

Boulder WA

4.6 km away

Bush Two Up — Image credit: Goldfields Tourism Network Association

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Two-Up Ring

Experience the aura of excitement surrounding the much-cherished game of Two-Up by visiting the only legalised Two-Up School in Australia. Take a 10-minute drive out of Kalgoorlie Boulder, along a dirt road to the original corrugated iron shed and bush ring that was once the Two-Up School. See where the quintessentially Australian pastime grew in prominence at the turn of the 20th century, providing much-needed respite for the town’s gold miners. The shed is always open for visitors to view and discover where games are played. Games are still played on Sundays and Public Holidays from 2 pm, strictly for those over 18 years old whilst games are being played. Kalgoorlie-Boulder offers many interesting attractions and tours for visitors of all ages. Kalgoorlie is a six hour drive east of Perth or alternatively, you can take a one-hour flight.

Mullingar WA

5.6 km away

Super Pit (Kalgoorlie Boulder, Western Australia) — Image credit: Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Super Pit Lookout

Stand beside Kalgoorlie's Super Pit and gaze open-mouthed into one of the largest open-cut mines on Earth and the biggest gold mine in Australia. About 900,000 ounces of gold are harvested here each year, making a total of 50 million ounces since it started operating in 1989. The hole is approximately 3.7 kilometres long, 1.5 kilometres wide and around 480 metres deep - big enough to bury Uluru. The Super Pit is in Boulder along the Golden Mile. Flights, TransWA trains and extended tours depart daily from Perth, or you can hit the Great Eastern Highway for a seven-hour drive from the city to the outback. To get your head around how this mining giant operates, pull on a hardhat and take a guided tour. Alternatively, take in the spectacle for free at the Super Pit Lookout, off Mt Monger Road. Access to the Lookout is restricted during blasting times, contact the Kalgoorlie Boulder Visitor Centre for details. The Super Pit now incorporates the historic Golden Mile, marking the spot where Irishman Paddy Hannan first struck gold and sparked the great gold rush of the late 1800s. You can learn more about his famous discovery and Goldfields history on a visit to this unmissable landmark.

Boulder WA

5.7 km away

Goatcher Curtain

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Goatcher Curtain

The Goatcher Curtain is a priceless work of art hung in the Boulder Town Hall. It is believed to be the last remaining working stage curtain of its kind, which was rediscovered entirely by accident. This spectacular curtain depicts the scene of the Bay of Naples and has hung in the hall since 1908. Visit the historic hall on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday or on Boulder Market Days to see the rare and famous Philip Goatcher Stage Curtain being lowered by its original pulley system. The Boulder Town Hall was built in 1908 and demonstrates the architectural style of the prosperous gold rush days. It is a beautifully preserved historic hall with pressed tin ceilings and wrought iron balustrades. The Hall was formerly a theatre famous for celebrity performances by Dame Nellie Melba, Eileen Joyce and Joan Sutherland. Located on the corner of Burt and Lane Streets, Boulder is a seven-hour drive east of Perth. You should allow at least two or three days to soak up the unique gold rush history of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

Boulder WA

9.9 km away

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