Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie Essentials

Kalgoorlie’s identity is rooted in the 1893 gold rush, visible today through the grand Federation-style architecture of Hannan Street and the Ivanhoe headframe at the Museum of the Goldfields. This collection highlights the city's mining legacy at Mount Charlotte Lookout and the social history of the Questa Casa bordello. From the miniature Bavarian castle in Hammond Park to the historic Palace Hotel, these landmarks showcase the engineering feats and rugged character of Western Australia’s premier mining hub.

Museum of the Goldfields

Showcases the region’s mining heritage, featuring a gold vault with a significant collection of nuggets and the landmark Ivanhoe headframe.

Mount Charlotte Lookout

Overlooks the city and the Super Pit. This site marks where Paddy Hannan first discovered gold and serves as the reservoir for the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme.

Questa Casa Bordello Tour

A historic bordello operating for over a century. Guided tours explore the social history and original rooms of this pink-fronted Hay Street landmark.

World's biggest bin

A four-metre-tall novelty structure built in 1980 for a local Tidy Towns competition.

The Palace Hotel

Built in 1897, this grand hotel features elaborate wrought-iron balconies and a historic mirror gifted by Herbert Hoover.

Exchange Hotel

A Federation-style pub on the corner of Hannan and Maritana Streets, recognized for its historic architecture and iconic outback atmosphere.

Hammond Park

Features a miniature Bavarian castle made of local stone, an animal sanctuary with kangaroos and emus, and diverse native flora.

St Barbara Square

A central pedestrian plaza featuring a bronze statue of Saint Barbara, the patron saint of miners.

St Mary's Catholic Church

A prominent Roman Catholic church constructed from local stone, serving as a spiritual center since the early 1900s.

Goldfields Arts Centre

The premier regional venue for performing arts, featuring a 700-seat theater and a gallery showcasing local and touring exhibitions.