The Romance Package (Bell Tower tour for 2 people, plus personalised Love Lock)

The most memorable part of this Perth experience is not simply looking at the Bell Tower, it is pulling the ropes and ringing the bells yourself. Set beside the Swan River at Barrack Square, the tower gives you a hands-on visit with a romantic keepsake built in.

I like the personalised love lock, which gives the visit a clear sense of occasion, and I like the observation deck, where you can look across the river after the chiming session. The guide also adds useful context about the bells and the building rather than leaving you to wander through a display on your own.

The main consideration is timing. This is a compact experience, lasting about 45 minutes to an hour, so it suits a short romantic stop more than a full afternoon attraction. You also need to choose the engraving when you arrive, then collect the finished lock from reception before leaving.

Key points to know before you book

• Ring the bells yourself: The interactive Chiming Experience lets you try the art of bell ringing with an experienced guide.
• A keepsake is included: Your personalised engraved Love Lock comes in a presentation folder.
• The views are part of the appeal: The Bell Tower’s observation deck looks out over the Swan River and Barrack Square.
• The package is priced for two: The listed cost is $50.21 per group, covering up to two people.
• You receive a chiming certificate: It gives you a small memento alongside the love lock.
• The group stays fairly small: The activity has a maximum of 14 people, which helps keep the guided session manageable.

Ringing Perth’s Swan Bells at Barrack Square

The Bell Tower is one of Perth’s most distinctive buildings, rising beside the Swan River in Barrack Square. Its purpose is unusual: it was built to house the bells of Saint Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square, London.

That gives the visit more substance than a simple lookout stop. You are seeing a purpose-built home for historic bells, then learning how they work through a practical session. The setting helps, too. Barrack Square places you close to the river, with public transport nearby and plenty of city activity around the waterfront.

Your visit begins at The Bell Tower on Riverside Drive. The package includes two admission tickets, so you and your partner can arrive together without arranging a separate ticket for the second person. The experience ends back at the same meeting point, keeping the logistics simple.

I would allow about an hour from arrival to finish. The stated duration is roughly 45 minutes to one hour, and the guided element means you will not need to plan a long, open-ended visit. That makes it easy to add before or after a meal, a riverside walk, or another Perth sightseeing stop.

The Chiming Experience puts you at the ropes

The strongest part of the visit is the interactive Bell Chiming Experience. With an experienced guide showing you what to do, you can try ringing the bells yourself rather than only hearing about them.

Bell ringing is a skill, and even a short attempt gives you a better idea of the timing and effort involved. The session turns the tower from something you look at into something you take part in. That matters for couples, since you share an activity rather than simply pose for a photograph beside a landmark.

The guide also explains the history of the Bell Tower and the historic royal bells. The supplied information does not name individual guides, but the experience includes a guided explanation rather than a self-led audio visit. That is useful if you want the basic story of the building and bells without having to piece it together on your own.

The bell collection includes different types of bells, so the visit offers more variety than one large bell and a rope. You might find the ringing session more memorable than the display itself, but the chance to see the different bells gives context to the activity.

At the end of the bell-ringing portion, you receive a Chiming Certificate. It is a modest souvenir, but it helps mark the fact that you took part rather than only watched.

A personal love lock without a separate purchase

The romantic package includes a personalised Love Lock in a presentation folder. You choose the engraving when you arrive at the Bell Tower, and the completed lock is ready for collection at the reception desk by the end of your visit.

This is a useful detail to understand before you go. You do not select the engraving entirely in advance based on the information provided. Instead, you make that choice on arrival, then collect the finished lock after the tour. If you are planning a proposal or surprise, build in a little time at the start to handle that step.

You can lock it next to other locks on a chain at the Bell Tower, creating a small physical marker of your visit. If you would rather keep it, you can take it home as a souvenir. That choice makes the package more flexible than a one-use decoration. You can leave it in Perth as a symbol of the trip, or keep it with photographs and other mementos.

The lock is also what separates this package from a standard Bell Tower visit. If you simply want to see the tower and hear about the bells, a regular admission option may be enough. If you want an occasion tied to an anniversary, engagement, proposal, or special day, the personalised lock gives the visit a clearer purpose.

The observation deck adds the best quiet moment

After the ringing session and explanations, make time for the observation deck. The view across the Swan River is one of the experience’s main rewards, especially because it changes the pace after the noise and activity of the bells.

You can use this part of the visit for photographs, a pause together, or a proposal. One couple used the top of the tower after the noon chimes for a proposal, and the setting clearly worked for that purpose. The package does not promise a private moment, so you should not expect exclusive use of the deck, but the tower provides a memorable setting for a personal occasion.

The view is also a practical reason to visit even if the love lock is not your main interest. You get a combination of river scenery, a historic bell collection, guided interpretation, and a hands-on activity in one short stop. For a city break, that is a good mix.

The observation deck may not satisfy you if you want a long, panoramic lookout visit. The tour lasts under an hour, and the deck is one part of the wider experience rather than the whole attraction. Think of it as a scenic finish to the bell tour, not a full afternoon at a viewing platform.

Why the $50.21 price can make sense for two

The listed price is $50.21 per group of up to two people. That means you are looking at roughly $25 per person when two people share the booking, with the cost covering admission, the guided Bell Tower Experience, the personalised love lock, and the Chiming Certificate.

The value depends on what you want from the visit. For a couple who would otherwise buy Bell Tower admission and a separate romantic souvenir, the bundle is convenient and easy to understand. You get an activity, a view, and a keepsake for one price.

The value is less obvious if you only want a quick look inside the tower. The visit is short, and the love lock is the feature that gives the package its romantic purpose. If you are not interested in engraving a lock or taking part in the bell-ringing session, the package may offer more than you need.

I see the strongest value for an anniversary, engagement, proposal, honeymoon stop, or date during a Perth visit. It also works for local couples who want a planned activity with a physical reminder of the day. The 10 or more bookings recorded in the previous month suggest steady interest, but the package remains a fairly specific product rather than a general city sightseeing tour.

The group size keeps the session personal enough

The activity has a maximum of 14 people. That is not a private tour, but it is small enough that the bell-ringing portion should feel more controlled than a large attraction crowd.

A smaller group matters here because the hands-on part needs room and attention. You are not simply entering a large hall while dozens of people move around you. The guide needs to explain the process, let people take part, and keep the session organised around working bells.

The exact order of participation is not provided, so you should not assume that you and your partner will ring first or have a private turn. If your main aim is a proposal, choose your moment with some flexibility. The tower, the bells, and the river view provide the setting, but the experience remains shared with other people.

The guided format is a good fit if you prefer a little structure. You will learn what the building is for, how the historic bells connect to the church in London, and how bell ringing works. If you prefer to explore entirely at your own pace, the fixed session and short duration may feel less flexible.

Practical planning for your Perth visit

The meeting point is The Bell Tower at Barrack Square, Riverside Drive, Perth. It is near public transport, and private transportation is not included, so you need to make your own way there.

The mobile ticket makes arrival simple. Confirmation is provided at the time of booking, and you can keep the ticket on your phone. Since the package involves selecting the engraving at arrival and collecting the lock at reception later, arrive with enough time to check in calmly rather than rushing in just before the session.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The available information does not provide detailed step-free access information or describe the physical demands of the tower, so anyone with specific mobility needs should confirm those points with the provider before booking.

The experience operates in Perth local time. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes within that period are not accepted. That policy is worth noting if your day in Perth depends on weather or shifting plans.

Who will enjoy this Bell Tower package most

I would recommend it first to couples who want a shared activity with a clear romantic theme. The love lock gives you something tangible to take away or leave at the tower, while the bell-ringing session stops the visit from becoming only a photo opportunity.

It also suits anyone planning a proposal. The river view, tower setting, and noon chimes can create a strong moment, as one successful proposal here shows. Still, you should plan the timing yourself and avoid assuming that the guide can arrange a private surprise unless you confirm that in advance.

The package works for first-time visitors to Perth who want one compact attraction near the river. It is also suitable for locals looking for a date idea that feels different from a meal or a standard lookout visit.

I would be more cautious about booking it for children who may not enjoy a short guided explanation, or for anyone hoping for a long tour of Perth’s major sights. This is focused on the Bell Tower, its bells, the river view, and the love lock. It does not include transport or other city attractions.

Should you book the Romance Package?

Book this experience if you want more than a view from the Bell Tower. The best reasons are the chance to ring the bells, the historic connection to Saint Martin in the Fields in London, and the personalised lock that turns a short visit into a keepsake.

At $50.21 for two, it is a sensible choice for a couple marking a special occasion, especially if you value an included souvenir and a guided activity. I would skip it if you only want a lookout or if the love lock has no appeal, since the 45 to 60-minute visit may feel brief.

For a proposal, anniversary, or memorable Perth date, this package gives you several useful ingredients: a distinctive setting, a shared activity, river views, and a memento you can keep. Just arrive with your engraving choice in mind, allow time at reception, and remember that the experience is shared rather than private.

FAQ

How much does the Romance Package cost?

The price is $50.21 per group of up to two people.

What does the package include?

It includes two Bell Tower Experience tickets, a personalised Love Lock in a presentation folder, a guided Bell Tower tour, a Chiming Certificate, and information about the Bell Tower and historic royal bells.

How long does the experience last?

The visit lasts approximately 45 minutes to one hour.

Where does the tour begin and end?

It begins at The Bell Tower in Barrack Square, Riverside Drive, Perth, and ends back at the same meeting point.

Can I ring the bells myself?

Yes. The interactive Bell Chiming Experience allows you to try bell ringing with an experienced tour guide.

When do I choose and collect the love lock?

You choose the engraving when you arrive at the Bell Tower. The completed lock is ready to collect from the reception desk at the end of your visit.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted and are not refunded.