About Bell Tower (Swan Bells)
The Bell Tower, also known as the Swan Bells, is an iconic copper and glass tower at Barrack Square on the Swan River in central Perth, Western Australia. Opened in 2000, it houses 18 bells including 12 historic bells from St Martin-in-the-Fields in London. The 82.5-metre tower features an observation deck with panoramic views over the Swan River, Elizabeth Quay and the city skyline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can enter the contemporary glass and copper spire at Barrack Square overlooking the Swan River and Elizabeth Quay. Inside, they can view the 18 Swan Bells, see bell-ringing demonstrations, learn about bell history through interpretive displays, and access the open-air observation deck on level 6 for panoramic views of the river, city and Kings Park. The ground floor includes a gift shop and exhibition area.
Key highlights
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18 Swan Bells including 12 historic bells from St Martin-in-the-Fields, London, originally cast in the 14th century and recast in 1725
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82.5-metre copper and glass tower designed by architects Hames Sharley
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Observation deck with 360-degree views over Swan River, Elizabeth Quay and Perth city
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Live bell chiming demonstrations and opportunities to try chiming
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Exhibition on the history of bells and bell-ringing