Optus Stadium & Matagarup Bridge
Optus Stadium
A 60,000-seat stadium on the Swan River, linked to East Perth by an elegant footbridge. Visitors can watch Australian rules football or climb to the top of the bridge.
Optus Stadium opened in 2018 and seats about 60,000 people. It is the home venue for Australian rules football (AFL), cricket, and major concerts. Watching an AFL game during the season offers a taste of local sports culture, and behind-the-scenes stadium tours are also available. The Matagarup footbridge, shaped like a swan's outstretched wings, connects to East Perth. Walking across it is free, and for a fee you can climb the 72-meter bridge top or ride a high-level zipline. At night, the bridge lights reflect on the river, making it a great spot for photos.
Opening hours
All day (tours and bridge climbs by reservation)
Nearby sights
- Heirisson Island
- The Perth Mint
- St Mary's Cathedral, Perth
- WA Museum Boola Bardip
- Art Gallery of Western Australia
- London Court
- Northbridge
- The Bell Tower (Swan Bells)