Broome Town Tour: Discover Broome, Beaches & History
Description
This isn’t just a sightseeing tour — it’s the moment Broome starts to make sense. Our Discover Broome experience is a boutique, story-led tour designed to connect you with the real Broome — not just the places, but the meaning behind them. Led by passionate local guides, we don’t just show you Cable Beach, Gantheaume Point, Chinatown and Town Beach — we bring them to life through the stories, people and history that shape this unique destination. With a relaxed, personal approach, you’ll feel more like you’re exploring with a local than following a checklist. Along the way, we share our favourite spots, local tips and insights you won’t find on your own. Designed for comfort and accessibility, with minimal walking, air-conditioned transport and thoughtful touches like chilled towels and refreshments. Most importantly, this is the tour you do first. Everything in Broome makes more sense after. Local stories. Iconic places. A deeper understanding of Broome.
Tour Options
Itinerary
See the famous Cable Beach, hear the history, and know all there is to know about the name, and the key people who have significantly made a difference to Cable Beach including Lord McAlpine's Extraordinary Endeavours
The most stunning Point overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean where you will see the most beautiful red rock formations and learn about indigenous stories and painting, dinosaur footprints, Anastasia's Pool, and on most days get to walk on the stunning white beach at Gantheaume Point, Cable Beach end. Enjoy refreshing cold towels and water.
See the stunning Jetty, Wharf, red cliffs, Entrance Point of this beautiful scenic part of Broome. Learn about our stunning Roebuck Bay and unique animals.
See the largest Japanese cemetery outside of Japan, learn about the history, serenity and beauty of the carved headstones
See the turquoise, red dirt and mangroves of Town Beach, the brand-new WWII bombings Art installation and hear of attacks on Broome, the old Broome Cemetery, the brand-new Jetty, and the extraordinary Staircase to the Moon lookout.
We check out the Roebuck Bay, Town Beach, the Indigenous Statue, Roebuck Bay Lookout and Streeters Jetty
See and hear about the indigenous history of this brand new iconic Lookout.
This building is known as one of the world’s oldest operating picture gardens constructed at the turn of the century. In 1913 this building, originally an Asian emporium selling imported Asian foodstuff, clothing and other household goods; was turned into a picture theatre that would seat up to 500 people.
See and hear about the original Pearl Luggers Jetty - the centre of Broome's pearl history
All the Pearling history of this quaint lane
Discover the unique Pearling history and diverse stories of Chinatown. See Broome’s Streeters Jetty, new Lookout, the oldest buildings and the world’s oldest operating open-air picture garden, Sun Pictures. Visitors have the choice to disembark here and spend free time in Chinatown and make their own way back to their accommodation via Broome's Explorer Bus for a very small charge of under $5.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hi :) We can't wait to welcome you. Please note that your tour pick up will be around 10-20 minutes prior to the tour start time. Please look out for the Broome and Around White Bus with our logo on it. If you have any queries or would like to have a closer pick up time, please don't hesitate to give us a call 48 hours prior to your tour. All the best, see you soon!
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour is suitable for all ages and stages : children and family's, seniors, couples, singles and groups.
- We are happy to pick up at any Accommodation and or drop off at your accommodation, Broome CBD, or Cable Beach
- You are welcome to store your luggage on the bus, and be dropped to the airport after your tour.
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist with boarding and disembarking.
Reviews(1,152)
This tour was interesting and Candy the guide/driver was helpful and informative. Stunning scenery and we even got to see some dinosaur foot prints.
You go to all the places promised in the advertising.I would like to have seen an old master pearler’s house,just from the street,such as exists or did exist at cnr of Walcott and Guy Sts and was once the home of author Rosemary Hemphill(”The Master Pearler’s Daughter”) who lived there as a child in the thirties.Our tour guide had not heard of Rosemary Hemphill nor her wonderful book and did not know anything of the house.I do not mean to be unkind ,but for me(and others were clearly of a different view)the tour was not enhanced by our guide.I felt sorry for an old man who was a slow walker and had difficulty negotiating other than flat surfaces.Our guide paid him no attention and he was left on his own near the bus,rather than assisted to some points of interest among the rocks at Gantheaume Point.We were told that Lord McAlpine was once mayor of Perth before”coming up here”but he was not,and on the topic of McAlpine,his statue has been removed from Cable Beach pending foreshore works.Staff of the Cable Beach Resort inform that they think his statue is now “somewhere in Chinatown”but our tour guide did not mention it ,although McAlpine House was pointed out.As to the master pearlers,we were informed they were invariably youngest sons of English aristocrats who were given a schooner and bundled off to out of the way Broome.As far as I can ascertain,that was sometimes the case,but many master pearlers were not of that ilk eg Rosemary Hemphill’s father.My wife and I found her manner and her speech coarse,but again,many seemed just fine with that and one cannot please all the people all of the time.In these hard times,I wish this business,as with every business, success,and hope my review is of interest to readers and to it.
Great way to see Broome and surrounding area, especially if you only have a short time in this lovely place
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Susanne! We're delighted you enjoyed discovering Broome with us. Our Discover Broome Town Tour is designed to give visitors a genuine introduction to Broome's fascinating history, iconic beaches and unique Kimberley character, making it the perfect experience if you're short on time. Thank you for choosing Broome And Around to be part of your visit to beautiful Broome, Western Australia. We hope to welcome you back again soon—there's always more to explore! Warm regards, Candy Roberts Broome And Around 🩵🌴 #Broome #VisitBroome #BroomeAndAround #DiscoverBroome #BroomeTours #Kimberley #WesternAustralia #CableBeach #SeeAustralia #ViatorReviews
Our driver Robin was very informative and made the bus tour most enjoyable. We covered lots of locations and got a real feel for Broome.
Dear Pam, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Broome Town Tour and that Robyn helped make your experience both informative and enjoyable. Exploring Broome's history, beaches, culture and unique landmarks is one of the best ways to get a real feel for our special town, and we're pleased you were able to experience so much during the tour. We truly appreciate you choosing Broome and Around and taking the time to share your feedback. We hope the memories of Cable Beach, Broome's fascinating history and our beautiful Kimberley coastline stay with you long after your visit. Safe travels and we hope to welcome you back to Broome again soon. Kind regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team Broome and Around
Thoroughly enjoyed this tour with Broome and around. We covered alot of ground. Our guide Robin was terrific, kept things moving and interesting, Had great knowledge of a wide range of topics and excellent communication skills. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Hi Jacqui, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear you thoroughly enjoyed your Discover Broome Town Tour and that Robyn helped make the experience so enjoyable. Broome has such a fascinating history, unique culture and spectacular landscapes, and we're passionate about sharing the stories that make this part of the Kimberley so special. It's lovely to hear that Robyn's knowledge, communication skills and enthusiasm brought the tour to life while ensuring you saw the very best of Broome, including Cable Beach, Gantheaume Point, Chinatown, the Japanese Cemetery and many of our favourite local highlights. Thank you again for choosing Broome and Around. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Broome for another adventure in the future. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
Everything was excellent . Driving , commentary and content . Gave us a good overview of Broome . The only minor complaint was the squeezy bus seating .
Hi Kraphtron, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for recommending our Discover Broome Town Tour. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the driving, commentary and content and that the tour gave you a great overview of Broome. That's exactly what we aim to do — help visitors get their bearings while sharing the history, culture and stories that make Broome such a unique destination. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the seating. Comfort is important to us and we will certainly take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve our guest experience. Thank you again for travelling with Broome and Around. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time exploring Broome, Cable Beach and the Kimberley and would love to welcome you back again in the future. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
Very interesting and informative tour - fabulous way to see Broome and to get an insightful overview of the town. Brenda was great
Hi Gloria, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found it both interesting and informative. Broome has such a fascinating history and unique character, and we're so pleased you chose to spend part of your visit discovering it with us. A special thank you for your kind words about Brenda. She is incredibly passionate about Broome and loves sharing the stories, history and hidden treasures that make our town so special. We hope the tour helped you get your bearings and gave you plenty of ideas for the rest of your time in Broome. Safe travels and we hope to welcome you back to Broome again one day. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
Very knowledgeable guide and well explained
Hi Greg, Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased you enjoyed the tour and found it a great way to learn about Broome's fascinating history in a short amount of time. Our Discover Broome Town Tour is designed to give visitors an informative overview of Broome's unique pearling heritage, colourful characters, stunning coastline and local landmarks, so it's wonderful to hear that the commentary and storytelling helped bring it all to life. Thank you for your kind words about your guide. We are fortunate to have a team who are passionate about sharing the stories, history and hidden gems that make Broome such a special destination. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Broome again in the future. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
Robyn was our guide and she did a great job. I don’t think there was even a minute where she wasn’t talking about Broome.
Hi George, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing to tour with us. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with Robyn. Anyone who knows Robyn knows she is incredibly passionate about Broome and loves sharing its stories, history, people and unique places with our guests. We had a little laugh at your comment because you're absolutely right — once Robyn starts talking about Broome, there's always another fascinating story to tell! Our goal is to give visitors a genuine introduction to Broome, from its pearling history and multicultural heritage to iconic locations such as Cable Beach, Gantheaume Point, Chinatown and the Japanese Cemetery. Thank you again for your recommendation. We're so pleased you enjoyed the experience and hope to welcome you back to Broome again one day. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
Debbie was knowledgeable and the bus driving on to cable beach was fantastic! We saw fossils and wildlife and got to know the history of broome many people dont know like black birding and pearl divers.
Hi Veefol, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering Broome with Debbie. One of the highlights for many guests is driving directly onto the iconic Cable Beach, and we're so pleased you enjoyed that experience along with seeing the dinosaur footprints, local wildlife and some of Broome's incredible natural attractions. Broome has such a fascinating and sometimes confronting history, from the pearling industry and multicultural beginnings to stories of blackbirding, the pearl divers and the people who helped shape the town we know today. We're passionate about sharing these stories so visitors can gain a deeper understanding of this unique corner of the Kimberley. Thank you again for travelling with Broome and Around. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another Broome adventure in the future. Warm regards, Candy & the Broome and Around Team
