Highlights of Broome

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PEARL LUGGERS

It is often said that Broome’s pearling industry is as rich in culture as it is in pearls. Gain insight into Broome’s unique heritage at Pearl Luggers, in the heart of Broome’s Chinatown. Learn the perils of the deep and discover first hand what made the pearl divers life so hazardous and what drove so many to put their lives at risk. View two of the last surviving and perfectly restored pearling luggers, the vessel synonymous with Broome, surrounded by a reconstructed tidal jetty and an authentic pearlers store. Top spots to explore the history of Broome... • SSJG Heritage Centre • Broome Historical Museum • Broome’s Japanese and Chinese

Cemeteries • Catalina WWII Flying Boat Wrecks • Nyamba Buru Yawuru

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ROEBUCK BAY LOOKOUT

Take in the spectacular views from the Roebuck Bay Lookout. The recently completed Dampier Terrace and Frederick Street connection provides another entry to Chinatown at its southern end. The connection was improved with construction of the Roebuck Bay Lookout, an elevated platform designed to encourage people to visit the top end of Dampier Terrace and experience the sweeping views over Roebuck Bay and Dampier Creek, while learning about the culture and history of the area.

TOWN BEACH – Guwarri

Located on the south east edge of Broome is Town Beach. The Town Beach Foreshore Redevelopment was completed in mid 2020. The kids will love the water park at Town Beach for cooling off after a play on the beautiful playground. The new Town Beach Jetty is proving a popular fishing spot too.

SUN PICTURES

Sun Pictures is the world’s oldest operating open-air picture gardens and is open for the public to discover the history of this unique location. This is a major tourist attraction for Broome and allows visitors to step back in time and feel what it would have been like to attend the cinema in years gone by. Find out more at broomemovies.com.au

EXCITING EVENTS TO ENJOY...

Broome plays host to some of the best events in Australia’s North West including the Shinju Matsuri Festival, the Broome Turf Club Racing Season, A Taste of Broome, Pearl Harvest Festival, Broome Pride Mardi Gras and the Cable Beach Polo. For those who love sports, we have the Broome Marathon. Broome Triathlon, fishing competitions, Fat Bike Championships, Beach Touch Footy as well as Broome Speedway, Motorcross and Rodeo events. Arts events such as theatre, live music, cabaret, comedy, art exhibitions, art auctions and the Broome Fringe Festival are lots of fun too. We have the best online calendar of events – scan the QR code above to FIND OUT WHAT’S ON in Broome!

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GANTHEUME POINT – Minyirr Gantheaume Point features amazing rock formations and is also home to some of Broome’s famous Dinosaur footprints including a plaster cast of some the tracks. Gantheaume Point is a photographer’s dream. Walk through the trails of the Yawuru Minyirr Buru Conservation Park. The lighthouse at Gantheaume Point was built in 1905.

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STREETER’S JETTY –Jin-Gurramarnin

Streeter’s Jetty on Dampier Terrace, prior to the recent reconstruction, was an original Broome jetty used by the pearl luggers. This historically significant jetty is a favourite for tourists visiting the area, and remains an important reminder of Broome’s pearling past.

CHINATOWN

Chinatown has been the multicultural heart and soul of Broome since the pearling crews set up their first camps and corrugated tin sheds in the 1880s. Stroll through the pearl showrooms, browse Johnny Chi Lane or visit the many art and photography galleries. The $29.3 million Chinatown Revitalisation Project is now completed thanks to funding from the Shire and the State Government.

STAIRCASE TO THE MOON

Staircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon, which occurs when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay and over two to three days a month (usually between March and October).

Scan the QR code to see the dates and times for 2022/23 and learn more about the night market, bus services and the best vantage points in Broome to see it!

CABLE BEACH – Walmanyjun

Cable Beach is 22kms of pristine white sand and clear tropical waters. Whether you want to stay near Cable Beach, or just enjoy a beautiful ocean sunset on Cable Beach, you can’t leave Broome without seeing the spectacular sunset over the Indian Ocean. The camel trains wander the beach in the morning, afternoon and at sunset. A reminder to please observe all signage and speed limits, and be aware of the tidal changes as they can sneak up on you! Tag @visitbroome in your sunset pics!

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