Optus Stadium

Optus Stadium Information

Capacity: 60,156
Address: Victoria Park Drive, Burswood, WA 6100
Ground Dimensions: 165m x 130m
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet
Tickets: Ticketmaster

Key Features of Optus Stadium

• Seating and Capacity:
  • Accommodates up to 60,000 spectators, making it the third-largest stadium in Australia.
  • Configurable seating for different events, including AFL, cricket, soccer, rugby, and concerts.
• Primary Uses:
  • AFL: Home ground for the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers.
  • Cricket: Hosts international matches, Big Bash League (BBL) games, and domestic fixtures.
  • Soccer and Rugby: Venue for international and domestic matches.
  • Concerts and Events: Regularly features performances by global artists, community events, and exhibitions.
• Modern Facilities:
  • State-of-the-art LED lighting and two of the largest stadium screens in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Over 50 food and beverage outlets, catering to various tastes and dietary needs.
  • Exceptional accessibility features, including wheelchair seating, lifts, and hearing loop technology.
• Unique Experiences:
  • The Ozone: Includes a rooftop walk, zipline, and behind-the-scenes tours offering panoramic views of Perth.
  • Lighting Displays: The stadium exterior lights up with stunning displays tailored to events and celebrations.

Getting to Optus Stadium

Optus Stadium is easily accessible by public transport including trains, buses, trams, and also ferries, due to its close proximity to Perth’s CBD you can also reach the stadium via a short walk across the Matagarup Bridge.

Car

Unfortunately, if you are looking to drive to Optus Stadium there is no parking available for able bodied patrons, public transport is your only option.

ACROD Parking at Optus Stadium

If you are an accessible patron looking to drive to the stadium there is limited parking available with ACROD parking registrations opening three weeks prior to each event.

to use the ACROD parking you must have an ACROD parking permit, a parking or drop off pass, and of course a valid event ticket.

Train

With a purpose built train station in the stadium precinct, trains stop at Optus Stadium seven days a week.

Optus Stadium has six train platforms with two concourses, patrons heading to the station from Joondalup and Fremantle will need to use the Western Concourse, while Armadale and Perth patrons will need to use the Eastern Concourse.

Bus

There are 10 limited stop buses operating to Optus Stadium with the Red CAT stopping at Matagarup Bridge where patrons will need to cross the bridge in order to reach the stadium.

Ferry

There is no better way of getting to Optus stadium then by taking in the sights by ferry, the Little Ferry Co stops daily at Burswood Jetty which allows ferry patrons to be dropped directly to Stadium Park.

Taxi and Rideshare

If you are looking to catch a taxi to and from the stadium the closest taxi rank is located off Victoria Park Drive opposite the train station and reached via an underpass.

For using Rideshares services such as Uber and Didi there is a pick up and drop off facility on Sailani Avenue near the Matagarup bridge.

Walking and Riding

With over 600 bike rack located around Stadium Park, the eco friendly alternative to get to the stadium has never been easier.

Walkers and cyclists can travel over the Matagarup bridge and a pedestrian bridge crossing over the Swan River to access the Stadium from the Perth CBD.

Additionally the Burswood Peninsula Path allows access to the stadium from all directions.

Nearby Attractions

Adjacent to the Camfield, one of Australia’s largest pubs, and the Matagarup Bridge, which connects the stadium to East Perth.

Interesting Facts:

• Optus Stadium was named the World’s Most Beautiful Stadium in 2019 by Prix Versailles.
• The venue is designed with a ‘fans-first’ approach, ensuring superior sightlines and comfort for all attendees.
• The stadium has a strong environmental focus, incorporating sustainable practices in its operations.