Perth, WA · Capacity: 61,000
Optus Stadium is a major stadium in Perth, Australia, with regular global sports and entertainment events.
Optus Stadium, opened in 2018 on the Swan River, is one of Australia's finest — home to AFL's West Coast Eagles and Fremantle, plus cricket and concerts, linked to the city by a sweeping pedestrian bridge.
It's across the river from central Perth, the sunny, gloriously isolated capital of Western Australia.
Below are the Perth stays, restaurants and bars fans use around Optus Stadium.
Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Optus Stadium in Perth — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
Perth's premier luxury hotel housed in the restored 19th-century State Buildings in the Cathedral Precinct. Its central CBD location, acclaimed restaurant Wildflower, and impeccable design make it the top stay for VIPs attending events at Optus Stadium and RAC Arena.
Six-star luxury hotel within the Crown Perth resort complex on the Swan River, just minutes from Optus Stadium. Popular with visiting cricket and AFL teams, it offers world-class dining, a casino, and a resort pool overlooking the city.
Perth's newest luxury waterfront hotel at Elizabeth Quay with stunning Swan River views. Close to Optus Stadium via ferry — the premium choice for fans attending cricket, AFL, or international concerts.
Contemporary design hotel in West Perth offering stylish micro-rooms and communal social spaces. A smart choice for sports fans visiting Optus Stadium, with easy access to Perth's Kings Park and CBD nightlife.
Perth's most technologically advanced sports bar, housed inside Crown Perth with enormous screens covering all four walls. International fans staying on the Burswood strip use it as their home base for all live sports viewing. The late-night session after Optus Stadium events is legendary in Perth sports culture.
Perched on the Elizabeth Quay waterfront with views across the Swan River to Optus Stadium, The Lucky Shag is a favorite pre- and post-game destination for Perth sports fans. The outdoor bar's relaxed atmosphere, cold beer, and riverside views create the perfect decompression zone after an AFL match. On big event days a shuttle ferry runs between the quay and the stadium, making it the ideal fan hub.
Intimate cocktail bar tucked away in a heritage-listed building in Perth's CBD, serving expertly crafted drinks in a candlelit setting. A sophisticated postgame option for Dockers and Eagles fans seeking something beyond the typical pub scene.
A prohibition-style speakeasy hidden behind a barbershop facade in Northbridge, specializing in over 300 rums. Sports fans who know the password slip in after AFL and Big Bash matches for some of Perth's most creative cocktails.
One of Australia's largest pubs, located right next to Optus Stadium on the Burswood Peninsula. With 10 bars, massive screens, and capacity for thousands, The Camfield is the ultimate pre- and post-match destination for every major Perth event.
Stylish Northbridge cocktail bar known for inventive drinks and a buzzy late-night atmosphere. Perth Glory and West Coast Eagles fans gather here after matches at nearby Optus Stadium for post-game celebrations.
Breezy beachfront restaurant on North Fremantle's Leighton Beach, serving modern Australian brunch and seafood with Indian Ocean views. A favourite among Perth sports fans for a relaxed weekend meal before heading to nearby Optus Stadium or HBF Park.
Celebrity chef David Thompson's vibrant Thai street food restaurant in Perth's heritage State Buildings. A quick walk from Elizabeth Quay and the ferry to Optus Stadium, it is a favourite pre-game fuel stop for fans craving bold flavours.
Beloved Perth bakery-café originating in Highgate, known for its doughnuts, fried chicken burger, and all-day brunch menu. Its relaxed vibe and strong coffee draw a loyal following of local fans on lazy game-day mornings.
Set inside Perth's beautifully restored State Buildings, Petition Kitchen serves seasonal Australian dishes with global flair. Fans visiting Optus Stadium for cricket or concerts start their day here with one of the city's best brunches.
Rooftop fine dining restaurant showcasing native Australian ingredients with menus that change with the six Noongar seasons. Perched above the Perth skyline, it is a celebratory destination for fans after events at Optus Stadium across the river.
HBF Park is Perth's rectangular stadium, home to Perth Glory and the Western Force, situated in the heart of the city at Leederville. The compact 20,000-seat ground creates an intimate atmosphere especially during A-League and Super Rugby Pacific matches. The venue is renowned for its accessible location and vibrant post-match bar scene nearby.
The pedestrian bridge connecting Victoria Park to Optus Stadium has become one of sport's great pre-match processions, with tens of thousands of fans streaming across the Swan River. The views of the stadium and city are spectacular and the energy builds with every step. Go early to join the Aboriginal cultural performances near the bridge entrance.
Voted the world's most beautiful stadium by CNN, Optus Stadium sits on the Burswood Peninsula with the Perth skyline as its backdrop. The floating roof, indigenous artwork integration, and pristine playing surface make every event here special. The fan walk across the Matagarup Bridge before matches has become a Perth sporting ritual.
The pedestrian bridge and riverside path connecting East Perth to Optus Stadium is one of sport's great pre-match experiences. On AFL or cricket days, thousands of fans dressed in their team colours cross the Swan River with the stadium as a dramatic backdrop. Street food vendors and performers line the route on major event days.
The original home of Perth cricket, the WACA was once the fastest and bounciest pitch in the world, terrorizing England batsmen for generations. The WACA Museum preserves this history beautifully. While Tests have moved to Optus Stadium, the WACA still hosts Sheffield Shield cricket and carries legendary weight.
Perth's stunning waterfront precinct features restaurants, bars, and public art — the perfect pre-match gathering spot with Swan River views.
Optus Stadium in Perth is tracked across 0 events and seats 61,000 fans. Here's how fans build a trip around it:
Structured facts on this page (capacity, opening year, architect, ownership) are compiled from public reference databases and verified against venue coordinates.
Christian Petracca have been spotted at Optus Stadium.
Optus Stadium has a capacity of 61,000 people.
Optus Stadium opened in 2017. It was designed by Hassell.
Fremantle Football Club, West Coast Eagles, Perth Scorchers play home games at Optus Stadium in Perth.
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