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Miners Heritage Walk-In Mine
Things To Do The Gemfields, Central Highlands, Queensland
Agri, Mining and Industry
Miners Heritage is World’s largest underground walk-in sapphire tourist mine. Visit the Central Queensland Sapphire Fields and take an informative 45 minute guided mine tour, which is suitable for all ages. 48 stairs and 440 meters of tunnel.
After the tour, browse their underground museum and read about some of the amazing sapphires that have been found over the years. Buy a bucket or bag of “wash” and start fossicking for your own gem, their friendly staff will show you how.
Miners Heritage has an airconditioned showroom with a huge selection of jewellery on display. They also have opal and semi-precious gemstone jewellery, loose gems and giftware for sale.
Stay for a couple of hours or stay all day. There is plenty of parking, clean amenities, picnic tables and Cafe in the peak season. Tour groups, buses and schools can also be catered for. Miners Heritage is located in Rubyvale, The Gemfields, Central Highlands, approximately 65 kilometres (45 miniute drive) west of Emerald.
Go and explore the world of sapphires at Miners Heritage, your one stop shop and introduction to the Sapphire Fields.
Facilities
Cafe
Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites / Campsites
Carpark
Coach Parking
Family Friendly
Food and Refreshments
Gallery / Museum
Pet Friendly
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Shop / Gift Shop
Activities
WalksDisabled Assistance
Disabled access availableMembership
Queensland Tourism Industry Council Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/OrganisationAccreditation
Australian Tourism AccreditationRates
From AU$15.00
Adults AUD30
Seniors (over 65) AUD27.50
Minimum of two people required for Underground Mine Tour.
