Broome travel guide
Australia
The Kimberley's pearling-town gateway, where Cable Beach's turquoise waters meet Chinatown's pearl showrooms and Sun Pictures cinema.
Cable Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with turquoise waters and impeccable white sand, while Riddell Beach is a hidden gem off the usual tourist radar.
Broome — current status
Open. (Status checked 2026-08-30.)
Broome — TL;DR
Cable Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with turquoise waters and impeccable white sand, while Riddell Beach is a hidden gem off the usual tourist radar.
Broome at a glance
- What are the best things to do in Broome? Balance one or two headline sights with unhurried time in the neighbourhoods highlighted in this guide — that mix is what makes a Broome trip feel like more than a checklist.
- How many days do you need in Broome? Three to four full days is the sweet spot for a first visit to Broome — enough to cover the main neighbourhoods on foot, sit down for two or three proper meals, and still keep a day for a nearby…
- When is the best time to visit Broome? May to September (dry season) offers warm, sunny weather ideal for Cable Beach and Horizontal Falls day trips.
- Where should I stay in Broome for the first time? First-time visitors do best in one of the walkable central neighbourhoods covered in the Where to Stay section of this guide — the ones that put you within a short walk of dinner and public transport.
- How do you get around Broome? Chinatown is the historic town centre with restaurants, cafes, and pearl showrooms, with Cable Beach a short drive west and Riddell Beach further along the coast for a quieter alternative.
Broome overview
- May to September (dry season) offers warm, sunny weather ideal for Cable Beach and Horizontal Falls day trips.
- Chinatown is the historic town centre with restaurants, cafes, and pearl showrooms, with Cable Beach a short drive west and Riddell Beach further along the coast for a quieter alternative.
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- English; Yawuru is the language of the Traditional Owners.
- AWST (UTC+8)
- Broome's dining scene continues to reflect its multicultural pearling-town history, with Matso's mango beer and Papá Fuego's Latin-inspired flame-grilled fare in Chinatown showing a broadening beyond traditional Australian pub fare, while Cable Beach's luxury resorts anchor the town's high season.
Where to eat, drink & do in Broome
Broome neighborhoods
- Chinatown The town centre with multicultural influences, home to Sun Pictures, many of the best restaurants and cafes, and pearl showrooms.
- Cable Beach One of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with turquoise waters and impeccable white sand, home to luxury resorts.
- Riddell Beach A hidden gem off the usual tourist radar where you can have the entire beach to yourself.
Practical info for Broome
- Getting around in Broome? Chinatown is the historic town centre with restaurants, cafes, and pearl showrooms, with Cable Beach a short drive west and Riddell Beach further along the coast for a quieter alternative.
- When to go in Broome? May to September (dry season) offers warm, sunny weather ideal for Cable Beach and Horizontal Falls day trips.
- What's changing now in Broome? Broome's dining scene continues to reflect its multicultural pearling-town history, with Matso's mango beer and Papá Fuego's Latin-inspired flame-grilled fare in Chinatown showing a broadening beyond traditional Australian pub fare, while C
- Seek out Riddell Beach's seclusion in Broome? A hidden gem off the usual tourist radar where visitors can have the entire beach to themselves.
- Base yourself in Chinatown in Broome? The town centre with multicultural influences, home to Sun Pictures, many of the best restaurants and cafes, and pearl showrooms. Known for historic multicultural town centre.
Frequently asked questions about Broome
- What are the best things to do in Broome? Balance one or two headline sights with unhurried time in the neighbourhoods highlighted in this guide — that mix is what makes a Broome trip feel like more than a checklist. Book any high-demand entries in advance, keep evenings loose for a proper dinner, and leave at least one afternoon completely unplanned for the small discoveries Broome tends to reward.
- How many days do you need in Broome? Three to four full days is the sweet spot for a first visit to Broome — enough to cover the main neighbourhoods on foot, sit down for two or three proper meals, and still keep a day for a nearby day-trip or a slow morning. Extend to five or six days if you plan to combine the city with the surrounding region.
- When is the best time to visit Broome? May to September (dry season) offers warm, sunny weather ideal for Cable Beach and Horizontal Falls day trips.
- Where should I stay in Broome for the first time? First-time visitors do best in one of the walkable central neighbourhoods covered in the Where to Stay section of this guide — the ones that put you within a short walk of dinner and public transport. Avoid staying next to the main transit hubs unless convenience trumps atmosphere for your trip.
- How do you get around Broome? Chinatown is the historic town centre with restaurants, cafes, and pearl showrooms, with Cable Beach a short drive west and Riddell Beach further along the coast for a quieter alternative.
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