Day Dream Mine
An early silver mine from the 1880s. You follow a guide down narrow tunnels wearing a headlamp to experience the working conditions of the miners of that time.
Day Dream Mine was opened in 1882, earlier than the discovery of Broken Hill's main lode. It is now run as an underground tour by a family business. After looking at the mine site and an old smelter at ground level, you put on a safety helmet and headlamp and descend into narrow tunnels, while the guide explains the hard lives of child workers and miners. The whole tour takes about 1 hour. The mine is about 13 km from the Silverton road along an unsealed track, and ordinary cars can reach it in dry weather. Wear closed-toe shoes. There is some climbing, so people with claustrophobia should think carefully. Tours depart at fixed times, and advance booking is recommended.
Opening hours
Guided tours by session; booking required
Nearby sights
- Silverton
- Living Desert Sculptures
- Silverton Gaol Museum
- Silverton Hotel
- Mad Max 2 Museum
- Mundi Mundi Lookout
- Pro Hart Gallery
- Broken Hill Mosque