What to do in Broome

Activities, attractions and tours

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Gantheaume Point showing landscape views and rocky coastline
Japanese Cemetery featuring a cemetery
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Broome which includes a cemetery and a memorial

Broome Tourist Attractions & Activities

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  • Book your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Australia at a great price, and you'll still have enough cash for a fancy hotel or decadent meal while you’re travelling. The activities in Broome are not only among the best, but they won’t bust your budget. We have 28 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$37.
  • Broome is a favourite among inquisitive minds. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next trip to Broometo get a taste of local culture and explore the best things to do. The top things to do can grab the curiosity of even well-versed explorers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our activities includes an impressive variety of historically based outings and opportunities for fun. From Astronomy Experience, which offers the ideal way to decompress to unequalled ways to explore the best this area has to offer like a Cape Leveque 4x4 Full-Day Tour, there is an abundance of active options to choose from when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Australia.

It takes a game plan to best get the feel for Broome, particularly when you long to include plenty of food and entertainment. And we realise you don't plan to sleep all day—you're excited to get out and have an adventure. You look forward to checking off the most essential activities around, and an afternoon walk through charming neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Our activities are the perfect way to organise your holiday. Book group tours on Expedia Australia, and you’ll never need a map.


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Top places to visit

1. Matso's Brewery

Spend an afternoon savouring the flavours of locally brewed beers at Matso’s Brewery, an award-winning microbrewery and restaurant nestled in Broome’s Roebuck Bay. Committed to creating craft beers that reflect the lifestyle and landscape of the beautiful Kimberley region, Matso’s Brewery features a fascinating range that will intrigue any palate. Try a selection of the brewery’s innovative tropical mango, lychee or chilli beers, or relish the crisp taste of an old-fashioned lager.
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Matso\'s Brewery featuring outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

2. Town Beach

Broome’s Town Beach faces out into the beautiful turquoise-hued waters of Roebuck Bay and is a fantastic spot for an afternoon by the ocean. Visit Town Beach to enjoy the scenic waterfront views and take advantage of the excellent amenities, which include a fun-filled playground and water park for kids, as well as a café and barbecue facilities.
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Town Beach featuring night scenes, markets and a garden

3. Chinatown

Broome’s fascinating Chinatown district makes for an ideal cultural diversion between bouts of lounging on the magnificent Cable Beach. Experience the region’s multicultural character, find out about its time as a thriving pearling center and shop for pearl and mother-of-pearl souvenirs.
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4. Pearl Luggers Museum

Dive deep into Broome’s fascinating pearling history at the Pearl Luggers Museum, an expansive collection of diving artefacts situated on a replica tidal jetty. Learn about Broome’s early history, when the news of the riches of this frontier town spread around the world and enticed migrants to its shores. You’ll also hear dark tales of peril beneath the water’s surface.
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Pearl Luggers Museum featuring interior views

5. Courthouse Markets

Stroll around the stalls at Broome’s Courthouse Markets to see a magnificent array of locally made and artisanal items, from pearl jewellery to ice cream made from fresh tropical fruits. See what local artists and craftspeople have to offer as you browse the paintings and photographs, or pick up a snack from the vendors and watch the entertaining buskers.
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Courthouse Markets showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

6. Japanese Cemetery

Take a moment of peace and tranquillity among the solemn obelisks, tombstones and memorials at the Japanese Cemetery in Broome. The largest of its kind in Australia, this cemetery pays tribute to the Japanese people who lost their lives during Broome’s pearling boom in the early 20th century.
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Japanese Cemetery featuring a cemetery

7. Gantheaume Point

Gantheaume Point is a red-sandstone headland that juts out into the Indian Ocean from beautiful Cable Beach. Explore the stunning landscape of rust-hued rocks set against a backdrop of bright blue waters, check out the towering steel lighthouse and marvel at the prehistoric dinosaur footprints etched into the rocks on the beach.
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Gantheaume Point which includes tranquil scenes

What to do in Broome


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Cable Beach

Explore the stretch of beach where the Kimberley region meets the Indian Ocean and watch a dazzling sunset over the gentle waves.

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Djugun

Travellers enjoy Djugun for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Chinatown while you're in the area.

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Bilingurr

If you're spending some time in Bilingurr, Cable Beach and Broome Bird Observatory are top sights worth seeing.

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Matso\'s Brewery which includes interior views, a bar and drinks or beverages

Broome Town Centre

If you're spending some time in Broome Town Centre, Matso's Brewery and SSJG Heritage Centre Broome are top sights worth seeing.

Broome Town Centre
Gantheaume Point which includes landscape views and rugged coastline

Minyirr

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in Minyirr. You might want to make time for a stop at Gantheaume Point or Roebuck Bay.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Broome worth visiting?
Renowned for its nature and views, finding awesome things to do in Broome is easy. Don't forget to add Cable Beach to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Broome?
Cable Beach and Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park are two great places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Remember to check out the dining and shopping options in Broome while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Broome?
Cable Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Broome and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Broome?
Three days in Broome is more than enough to visit the city's major attractions. Many guests spend three days on average. Cable Beach, Matso's Brewery and Malcolm Douglas Wilderness Park are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Waterbank.
Is Broome a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Broome, including Cable Beach and Matso's Brewery, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 3 kilometres from central Broome is Cable Beach and Djugun is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Broome with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our ideas for what to do in Broome with kids.

What to do in Broome for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Broome, with experiences for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Matso's Brewery or Broome Museum.
Are there free things to do in Broome?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Broome is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without reaching into your pocket. Cable Beach is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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