Experience the Underground - Umoona Opal Mine Tours in Coober Pedy
Welcome to Umoona Opal Mine & Museum, Coober Pedy's largest underground tourist attraction. Operating since the 1920s, we offer authentic underground mine tours, a completely FREE museum, and genuine Australian opals direct from the opal capital of the world.
FREE Underground Museum
Explore our extensive underground museum at no cost. Discover the fascinating history of opal mining in Coober Pedy, Aboriginal cultural heritage, opal formation geology, and see our award-winning "Story of Opal" documentary in our underground cinema. Open daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
Guided Underground Mine Tours
Experience authentic underground opal mine tours with expert local guides. Descend into original mine workings dating back to the 1920s and learn how opals are formed and mined. Tours run at 10am, 2pm, and 4pm daily. Adults $15.50, Children $8.50, Family packages from $36.00. The underground maintains a comfortable 22-24°C year-round temperature.
Authentic Australian Opals
Shop genuine Australian opals direct from Coober Pedy in our opal store. We offer loose opals, opal jewelry, pendants, earrings, and rings. Every opal comes with a certificate of authenticity. Browse our online store or visit us in person to find the perfect opal souvenir.
Group Tours & Accommodation
Planning a school excursion or group tour? Umoona offers underground bunkhouse accommodation for up to 102 guests. Experience sleeping underground in Coober Pedy's unique environment with a constant comfortable temperature. Educational programs available for school groups.
Visit Coober Pedy
Coober Pedy, located in outback South Australia, is known as the opal capital of the world. This unique underground town produces over 70% of the world's gem-quality opals. Visit our live webcam to see current conditions in Coober Pedy.
Location & Contact
Address: 14 Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA 5723, Australia
Phone: +61 8 8672 4588
Email: admin@umoonaopalmine.com.au
Hours: Open daily 8:30am - 5:30pm