St Mary’s Cathedral Bell Tower Tours

For an exclusive experience, ascend steps to the Cathedral’s Bell Tower and learn how the melodic bells are rung.

St Mary’s Cathedral stands on the site of the first Catholic chapel in Australia and is the largest 19th-century ecclesiastical building in the English Gothic architectural style in the world. Constructed with local sandstone, the decorative Gothic Revival–style building is reminiscent of the great medieval cathedrals of Europe.

The Cathedral bells are rung and maintained by the St Mary’s Basilica Society of Change Ringers. Visitors will enjoy areas that are usually not accessible to the public. Climb the tight spiral staircase into the belfry and tower to take in spectacular views then learn about the art of bell ringing.

Members get more: Members enjoy presale access.