The Optus Stadium Tour

Optus Stadium has a way of swallowing you in. This guided tour takes you into the usually off-limits working spaces behind game day, then rewards you with big views over the Swan River and Perth city skyline. I like that it is a proper hands-on stadium look, not just a stroll past photos.

Two things I really like are the chance to see coach and player areas up close, including the coaches room and the changerooms for the Fremantle Dockers, West Coast Eagles, and Perth Scorchers. Second, you get to look down on the field from the stadium’s highest vantage point, plus you can sit at ground level on the benches used by players.

One thing to consider: it runs in all weather, so you will want the right layers. The tour is outdoors for parts of the route, and it is a walking experience even though lifts can help between levels.

Key things to know before you go

• Behind-the-scenes access to spaces most visitors do not reach, including coaches and locker room areas
• Field views from the highest point, plus Swan River and city skyline sightlines
• Game-day workflow energy, with time in rooms tied to coaching, media, and event setup
• 90-minute format with a small group cap of 25, so it feels guided and not rushed
• Family-friendly pacing that includes lifts, useful for strollers and visitors who prefer not to do stairs

Stepping into the working stadium, not the souvenir version

The Optus Stadium Tour is for people who like sports, but it is also for people who like how big operations run. For $25.10, you are paying for access. That means you are not just admiring seats. You are walking through the spaces where coaches plan, where players prep, and where event logistics happen.

The tour lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes, and it keeps moving through multiple levels. The group size is capped at 25, which matters. Smaller groups usually mean less waiting around, more chances to ask questions, and easier navigation inside a stadium that is designed for crowds, not tours.

You will meet behind Gate D under the City View Cafe. And because you get a mobile ticket, you can keep things simple on your phone and show up when your time slot starts.

Victory Lounge and the top-floor views over Perth

One of the most memorable parts is the viewpoint. You will enter the Victory Lounge and then spend time in the stadium’s higher areas where you can look down over the field. This is where the tour stops feeling like a checklist and starts feeling like a Perth moment.

From the highest vantage point, you get views over the Swan River and the Perth city skyline. If you want a photo that actually tells a story, this is it. Stadium selfies are easy, but a shot from up high, with the ground and sky in frame, makes the place feel real.

A practical tip: wear shoes you can walk in comfortably. Even though the experience is for all ages and abilities, you are covering a lot of ground inside a large venue. Think steady comfort over style.

Coaches Room and player spaces: where the game gets shaped

The coaches room is a big reason this tour earns such strong marks. You are not just seeing decor. You are seeing how the stadium is built for decision-making, prep, and communication. In your route, you also get access to areas that support day-to-day athlete routine.

This is the kind of stop that helps you understand the stadium as a machine. A stadium is not only about the match, it is about what happens before and after, and in between. The tour guide explains how the venue functions, and that turns you from an observer into someone who can picture the workflow.

Another high point is that you can sit at ground level on the benches usually occupied by the stars of the game. This is one of those small privileges that makes a huge difference in how the tour feels. You are physically on the same level where the action happens, so you understand sightlines and space scale right away.

Changerooms for three teams, and why that access matters

The tour includes changeroom visits for the Fremantle Dockers, West Coast Eagles, and Perth Scorchers. For sports fans, it is a direct thrill: seeing the places you only hear about in broadcasts.

For non fans, it is still useful. Changerooms are a lens into how teams prepare, manage gear, and reset mentally. These areas are designed around athletes, not spectators. When you see them, you start to understand why stadiums spend so much on the behind-the-scenes side of sport.

You will also see coaches and player-related spaces that most visitors do not get to access. That is what turns the tour from a “nice way to kill time” into something that feels like you actually learned the venue.

Lifts, levels, and keeping the walk easy

You might not think about mobility until you are inside. Here, it helps that the experience is built for all ages and abilities, and you can use lifts between levels. In reviews, people specifically point out that lifts make the route easier for those who struggle with stairs.

Still, you should expect walking on a stadium scale. Surfaces can be wide and flat, but there are ramps, transitions, and crowds can make navigation slower on event days. This tour is scheduled, so it should be smooth, but your best move is to arrive with comfortable shoes and a light layer you can adjust if the weather changes.

If you are traveling with kids, plan on a steady pace. The tour lasts about 90 minutes and the route includes multiple rooms, so short attention spans will benefit from questions and photo stops.

Media and broadcast zones: how the match becomes content

Most stadium tours stop at players and forget the production side. This one does not. You will pass through spaces tied to media and event coverage, including things like press areas and broadcast-related rooms.

In the tour experience, you can see where commentary and broadcasting happen and where interviews take place. You may also get a look at press conference rooms and VIP/function spaces. That matters because it shows the other half of modern sport: the part that turns a live match into a story seen on screens.

I like this angle because it makes the stadium feel like a workplace for many roles, not only athletes. It also gives you a clearer picture of how a multi-event venue handles different setup needs.

Stadium memorabilia and Perth sports identity

You are not only walking through equipment rooms. The tour includes memorabilia tied to Western Australian sports history. This adds context that you might not pick up from a quick stadium visit.

Even if you are not from Perth, it helps. You start connecting the venue to local teams and local pride. And once you have that context, the sights inside feel more meaningful, not just interesting.

Food, time, and how to plan your day

Food and drinks are not included. That is normal for a stadium tour, but it affects how you should schedule.

If you want an easy day, I would do the tour earlier rather than right after a long travel day. You will stand, walk, and spend time inside multiple rooms, so you want your energy available for the day’s next step. The tour route can feel fast-paced when you are learning new names and systems, and then it suddenly slows down when you are at the top viewpoint or sitting on the benches. That rhythm works well if you are not already exhausted.

Because the meeting point is behind Gate D under the City View Cafe, you are in a handy spot to grab coffee or a snack before or after.

Price and value: why $25.10 feels fair

At $25.10 per person, this tour is priced like a good attraction, not a luxury add-on. The value comes from access and time.

You are getting:

• guided escort/host during the experience
• entry into spaces most visitors do not see
• a high viewpoint over the field and across Perth
• a route that covers coaching, player prep areas, and media-related spaces

That is a lot for 90 minutes. The small group size cap of 25 also helps the value feel real, since you are less likely to feel squeezed or ignored.

If you are deciding between this tour and a generic walking tour, choose the stadium tour if you want a place-specific understanding. Optus Stadium is built for modern multi-role sport, and this visit helps you see the system.

Who should book the Optus Stadium Tour

This is a strong fit if you match one of these moods:

• You like sports, especially AFL and the local teams tied to the stadium
• You enjoy behind-the-scenes stuff, like how venues run and how the game gets produced for media
• You want a Perth activity that works for mixed ages, including kids
• You care about views and want a skyline moment that goes beyond the usual photo spots

It is also a decent choice if you are not a die-hard fan. The tour format gives enough context and physical access that you still come away feeling like you learned something specific about the venue.

Should you book it? My practical take

If your goal is to see more than the public seating areas, I think you should book this. The behind-the-scenes access, the highest vantage point field view, and the chance to step into spaces like coaches and changerooms are the main reasons it works. At this price, the tour feels like a smart way to understand one of Perth’s major landmarks.

If you are someone who hates walking or you get uncomfortable in weather changes, plan your outfit carefully and consider going when you can comfortably handle indoor-outdoor transitions. With lifts available between levels, you still have options, but you should treat it as an active tour.

In short: this one is worth it when you want the inside story of Optus Stadium, not just the outside view.

FAQ

Where do I meet for the Optus Stadium Tour?

The meeting point is behind Gate D, underneath the City View Cafe.

How long is the tour?

It runs for about 1 hour 30 minutes.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $25.10 per person.

Is the tour ticket mobile?

Yes, the tour uses a mobile ticket.

Is the tour available in different weather?

Yes, it operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately.

What is included in the ticket price?

Your ticket includes a tour escort or host.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Canceling less than 24 hours before the start time is not refunded.