The Shire of Coolgardie in Western Australia has a variety of attractions that cater to history enthusiasts and nature lovers. The Goldfields Exhibition Museum is a top attraction that provides insights into the region's gold rush history. Warden Finnerty's Residence, a heritage-listed building owned by the National Trust, offers a glimpse into the area's past. The Bluff Walk Trail is a scenic and dog-friendly outdoor activity that has heritage signage and cultural significance to the local Indigenous people. The town's wide main street showcases its historical significance with grand glimpses of its glory days, including more than 20 heritage-listed buildings. Rowles Lagoon is another attraction that offers a day closer to nature with activities such as swimming, boating, canoeing, and bushwalking.
Other notable attractions in Coolgardie include Ben Prior Park, the Coolgardie Historic Railway Station, Coolgardie Cemetery, Golden Quest Discovery Trail, Coolgardie Camel Farm, and Ben Prior's Open Air Museum. Ben Prior's Open Air Museum is dedicated to the early explorers and pioneers of the goldfields, exhibiting a history of transport in Western Australia. Visitors to Coolgardie can also take a 90-minute drive to Cave Hill Nature Reserve, a massive granite outcrop with plenty of caves, for a unique outdoor experience.