Things to do in Shire Of Broome

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.

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.

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.

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.

Willie Creek Pearl Farm offers a modern take on the pearling industry that has enticed people to Broome for more than a century. Learn about the lustrous and beautiful South Sea cultured pearls produced here and follow the process from seeding to the final buff and polish. Jump on a cruise, embark on a self-driven four-wheel drive tour or enjoy magnificent views from the Willie Creek Pearl Farm helicopter.

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.

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.