Optus Stadium Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
“Perth Stadium” · “The Furnace”
Where to sit at Optus Stadium
Northern or southern end sections
A straight view down the pitch for batting and bowling.
Upper-tier general admission
The cheapest seats, well sheltered by the roof, with a complete view.
Front rows of the lower tier at boundary level
A flat angle where fielders and the boundary rope can block the near side.
About Optus Stadium
Optus Stadium seats around 60,000 in a modern three-tier oval bowl with a roof that covers most spectators. The best batting views are behind the bowler's arm at either end, the club-level middle tier offers the best comfort, and the upper tier is the best value and well sheltered. Some lower sections stay exposed to the sun. It hosts Test and day-night international cricket, Perth Scorchers BBL, and AFL for the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers, plus major concerts.
A modern multi-purpose oval opened in 2018 on the Burswood peninsula, with a distinctive bronze anodised facade and a lightweight roof that shelters about 85% of spectators. Three tiers wrap a large oval bowl, and LED floodlights are built into the roof canopy for day-night play.
Optus Stadium in photos
8 outside · 2 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Optus Stadium. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
Test / international cricket (day-night)
Hosts Tests and pink-ball day-night matches, plus Perth Scorchers BBL under lights.
AFL
West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers home games in a football configuration; the venue's primary winter use.
Concerts / rectangular sport
Drop-in seating and staging allow concerts, plus rugby and soccer.
Seating levels explained
Lower tierGround-level sections around the oval
The largest tier, closest to the boundary.
Pros: Proximity to the action and good for atmosphere.
Cons: A flatter view, and some sections sit in the sun.
Middle tier (club level)Mid-bowl premium sections
The premium and hospitality band with lounge access.
Pros: The best sightlines and comfort.
Cons: Higher price.
Upper tierHighest sections
The top ring under the roof canopy.
Pros: Sheltered by the roof, full overview, the best value.
Cons: Distance from the play.
Best seats at Optus Stadium
Behind the bowler's arm
Northern or southern end sections
A straight view down the pitch for batting and bowling.
Best value
Upper-tier general admission
The cheapest seats, well sheltered by the roof, with a complete view.
Shade / cover
Upper-tier rows under the roof canopy
The roof covers about 85% of seats, and the upper rows stay out of sun and rain.
Square of the wicket
Lower-tier side sections
A side-on view close to the action.
Premium comfort
Club-level middle tier
Wider seats, lounge access and central sightlines.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Behind the bowler's arm | Northern or southern end sections | A straight view down the pitch for batting and bowling. |
| Best value | Upper-tier general admission | The cheapest seats, well sheltered by the roof, with a complete view. |
| Shade / cover | Upper-tier rows under the roof canopy | The roof covers about 85% of seats, and the upper rows stay out of sun and rain. |
| Square of the wicket | Lower-tier side sections | A side-on view close to the action. |
| Premium comfort | Club-level middle tier | Wider seats, lounge access and central sightlines. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Front rows of the lower tier at boundary level: A flat angle where fielders and the boundary rope can block the near side.
Uncovered lower sections in the afternoon sun: The roof leaves some lower rows exposed, and Perth heat is fierce.
Deep corner sections at fine-leg angles: A square view of the far side of the pitch.
Highest upper rows at the far end: A long distance to the pitch.
Accessibility & companion seating
Optus Stadium has extensive accessible seating on every level with companion seats, accessible drop-off and parking, lifts and sensory facilities. Wheelchair positions are booked through Ticketmaster and venue services, and it is a modern, step-free venue.
Where: Accessible bays spread across all three tiers.
Upcoming events at Optus Stadium
Getting there
Transport
A dedicated Stadium train station on the Armadale/Thornlie line sits at the door, the Matagarup pedestrian bridge connects from East Perth, and ferries and special buses run on event days. There is essentially no public car parking, and public transport is included with tickets.
The area
On the Burswood peninsula beside the Swan River, within Burswood Park, a short train ride from the Perth CBD.
Optus Stadium · Perth, Australia
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of Optus Stadium?
About 60,000 for oval sports and concerts, rising toward 65,000 for rectangular sports; total capacity is listed at 61,266.
Is Optus Stadium covered?
The roof shelters about 85% of spectators, with the upper tier best covered; some lower sections remain exposed.
Where should I sit to watch the batting?
Behind the bowler's arm at either end, for a straight view down the pitch.
How do I get to the stadium?
A dedicated Stadium train station is at the door, with the Matagarup bridge and ferries as alternatives; public transport is included with tickets and there is no public parking.
What is the surface used for?
It is a drop-in cricket pitch within an oval that reconfigures for AFL, concerts and rectangular sports.
When did Optus Stadium open?
It opened in January 2018 on the Burswood peninsula.
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