BROKEN HILL BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Silverton: Ghost‑town horizons and on‑set relics on a 3.5‑hour outing from Broken Hill
A 3 hour 30 minute bus tour from Broken Hill to Silverton that visits film locations, the Mundi Mundi Plains, Umberumberka Reservoir and the Old Silverton Gaol Museum—this guide distills what you’ll see and what to plan for.
Silverton: Ghost‑town horizons and on‑set relics on a 3.5‑hour outing from Broken Hill.
About 30 km from Broken Hill lies Silverton, a ghost town that once pulsed with mining life and has since become a magnet for filmmakers and curious travelers. The Silverton Tour visits wide outback viewpoints such as the Mundi Mundi Plains, the Umberumberka Reservoir, and the Old Silverton Gaol Museum—home to one of Australia’s most notable collections of yesteryear—then drops by the old Silverton School, local galleries, the Coin Cavery and the Silverton Hotel before returning to Broken Hill.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Mundi Mundi Plains and Umberumberka Reservoir
Sweep out to the Mundi Mundi Plains for the blanketing, cinematic flatlands that drew filmmakers to Silverton and pause at the Umberumberka Reservoir—both signature stops on the route to and from the town 30 km from Broken Hill.
Old Silverton Gaol Museum
The tour includes the Old Silverton Gaol Museum, noted in the itinerary for having one of the best collections of yesteryear found anywhere in Australia; entry fees apply for the gaol.
On‑set stops and the Silverton Hotel
Silverton’s notoriety comes in part from movie shoots—Mad Max 2, Razorback, Town Like Alice and Dirty Deeds are among the productions linked to the town—and the Silverton Hotel displays photos and notes the different names it took during filming.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
The Silverton Tour is a focused 3.5‑hour excursion from Broken Hill that stringently follows a sequence of outback viewpoints, heritage sites and small galleries: you leave Broken Hill, cross open plains to Silverton, step into the gaol museum and school exhibits, visit artist galleries and curios, stop at the hotel for a break, and return to town with time to spare for rest or another outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Bring money if you plan to enter the Old Silverton Gaol Museum or School (entry fees apply) and for food or drinks at the Silverton Hotel.
Adult fares (ages 16 and over) are $60; children aged 15 and under are $50.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Silverton Tour?
The tour is 3 hours and 30 minutes long.
How much does the tour cost?
Adults (ages 16 and over) pay $60; children aged 15 and under pay $50.
What sites does the tour visit?
The itinerary includes the Mundi Mundi Plains, the Umberumberka Reservoir, the Old Silverton Gaol Museum, the old Silverton School, local galleries (including John Dynon and the Horizon Gallery), the Coin Cavery and Beyond 39 Dip, and a stop at the Silverton Hotel.
Are there additional entry fees on the tour?
Yes—entry fees will apply for the Silverton Gaol and School.
Who operates the Silverton Tour?
The tour is run by Broken Hill City Sight Tours.