Broome: Matso’s Brewery, Museum & Crocodile Park Combo Tour

Broome’s past, present, and wild side come together on this compact afternoon outing. You’ll sample unusual beers at Matso’s Brewery, see old pearling and wartime exhibits, then face more than 2,500 crocodiles at Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park. It is a smart way to cover several major sights without arranging separate transport.

I like the family-friendly mix and the fact that hotel pickup and admission fees are included. I also like the local touch: guides such as Jane and Brenda add useful Broome tips, not just a running list of facts. The main trade-off is time. Four hours gives you a good introduction, but each stop is fairly short, and lunch at the brewery costs extra.

Key points at a glance

• Three very different Broome stops: Pair local beer, regional history, and huge saltwater crocodiles in one afternoon.
• Matso’s tasting included: Try the brewery’s ginger and mango beers, then order lunch if you wish.
• Air-conditioned museum visit: See exhibits on pearling, dinosaurs, transport, communication, and wartime Broome.
• Seventy-five minutes with crocodiles: A guided visit brings you close to some of the largest reptiles in Australia.
• Local guides make a difference: Jane and Brenda are praised for friendly, useful commentary and extra Broome tips.
• Good practical value: Hotel pickup, return transport, guide services, and both attraction entries are covered in the $92 price.

Three sides of Broome in four hours

This tour works because it does not try to show you only one version of Broome. At the brewery, you get a relaxed taste of the town’s modern food and drink scene. At the museum, you meet the people, industries, and events that shaped the settlement. At the crocodile park, you see a major northern Australian attraction in a setting built around enormous reptiles.

The pace is brisk but sensible. The transport time between stops is short, and the entire outing lasts four hours. That makes it useful for a free afternoon, especially if you want a guided overview rather than spending a whole day at one attraction.

The $92 price needs to be judged against what is included. You receive hotel pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking local guide, entry to the Broome Museum, entry to Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park, and beer tasting at Matso’s. Food and other drinks are not included, so allow extra money if you plan to eat lunch.

I see this as particularly useful early in your Broome stay. It helps you understand the town before you return to places that catch your interest. It also suits families with mixed tastes, since the museum offers hands-on activities for children while the crocodiles provide the big visual payoff.

Start with Broome’s story at the Historical Museum

The first major stop is the Broome Historical Museum, reached after about 15 minutes by bus. You have roughly 30 minutes for a self-guided visit, so this is an introduction rather than a slow museum morning.

The museum occupies three heritage buildings and covers the unusual mix of influences that shaped Broome. Exhibits deal with pearling, wartime events, communication, transport, and local settlement. There is also material on dinosaurs, which adds a broader natural-history angle to the visit.

I like the air-conditioned setting here. Broome’s heat can make outdoor sightseeing tiring, and a cool museum gives you a useful pause before the next stops. Families should also appreciate the interactive activities aimed at children.

The short visit means you will need to choose what interests you most. If pearling is your main reason for coming, you may want to use your time carefully rather than trying to read every display. The museum is best treated as a well-selected introduction to Broome’s people and industries.

The self-guided format gives you some freedom, but the local guide remains important around the stop. Your guide can help explain how the museum fits into the wider town story and point out details you might otherwise miss. The tour is not simply a ride between ticketed attractions.

A relaxed break at Matso’s Brewery

From the museum, it is about 10 minutes to Matso’s Broome Brewery. This is the most relaxed part of the afternoon, with a beer tasting and around 45 minutes set aside for a break and lunch.

Matso’s is known as Australia’s most remote brewery, and the tasting focuses on its ginger beer and mango beer. These are not ordinary pub choices, so this stop gives you a taste of Broome’s own food-and-drink identity. You can also take in views toward Roebuck Bay from the restaurant.

The tasting itself is brief, listed at about five minutes, while the longer break gives you time to order food if you want it. Lunch is not included, so check the menu and prices before ordering. If you have children or do not drink alcohol, the stop still works as a rest break, though the included tasting is naturally less useful to you.

I like the balance here. After the museum’s exhibits, you get time to sit down rather than moving straight into another attraction. It also prevents the day from feeling like a nonstop series of short photo stops.

The drawback is that 45 minutes is not a long restaurant visit. You should not expect a leisurely meal with lots of spare time. If lunch is important to you, order promptly and keep an eye on the meeting time.

The brewery is also a good place to ask your guide for local suggestions. Jane, one of the guides praised for her friendly approach, is noted for adding small extras and useful tips. One particularly practical suggestion passed on by Jane was to use two cushions when visiting the Sun Picture Theatre. That kind of local advice can make the tour more useful than a standard sightseeing circuit.

Meet Broome’s giant reptiles at Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park

The final major stop is Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park, reached after about 20 minutes on the bus. You spend around 75 minutes here on a guided visit, making it the longest attraction stop of the tour.

The park is home to more than 2,500 crocodiles, including very large saltwater crocodiles. Seeing these animals at close range is the most dramatic part of the afternoon. Their size and power are easier to grasp in person than in a photograph, and the guided format gives the visit an educational side rather than making it only a spectacle.

The park describes crocodiles as the last remaining dinosaurs. That wording is designed to catch children’s attention, but the main appeal is clear enough: you get a close look at prehistoric-looking animals that are still very much part of northern Australia today.

A 75-minute guided visit gives you enough time to see the main areas without turning the stop into an all-day commitment. It is also a good length for families. Children get a strong visual experience, while adults can focus on the information about crocodiles and the park itself.

You should still prepare for the outdoor conditions. Bring comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. The crocodile park is the part of the tour most affected by heat and sun, so these items are practical rather than optional extras.

If your main goal is wildlife, keep your expectations clear. This is a crocodile park visit, not a broad wildlife safari. You will see a large collection of crocodiles, with the emphasis on these reptiles and the guided presentation.

What the bus ride adds to the afternoon

Transport is included, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Broome. The planned driving sections take about 15 minutes to the museum, 10 minutes to Matso’s, 20 minutes to the crocodile park, and 30 minutes back to Broome.

Those short transfers matter. Broome’s attractions are spread around town, and arranging separate taxis or rides could take time and add cost. Here, you can sit back while the local guide connects the stops and provides commentary.

The return journey is the longest single transfer, at about 30 minutes. It gives you a simple end to the tour, with no need to find your own way back after the crocodile park. Airport drop-off can also be arranged if required, according to the tour information, which may help if the timing suits your travel plans.

Baggage storage is available, another useful detail if you are between accommodation or transport arrangements. The tour is wheelchair accessible, although you should still confirm that the pickup and your specific needs can be handled when booking.

Guides are a major part of the value

The attractions provide the structure, but the guide can shape the quality of the afternoon. The strongest feedback focuses on friendly, informed guides, especially Jane and Brenda. Jane is praised for her broad understanding of Broome, welcoming manner, and willingness to add small local suggestions. Brenda is also described as friendly and informative.

That matters because the museum is self-guided and the brewery break is largely your own time. A guide who can explain Broome between stops keeps the afternoon connected. You get more than three separate admissions.

The guides also handle the practical side of the trip, including pickup, transport, timing, and return. If you want a completely independent visit, you may prefer hiring a car and setting your own schedule. If you want someone else to manage the route, this is where the tour earns its keep.

The supplied rating is 4.7 from 32 reviews, with repeated praise for the guides and the overall combination of activities. I would put more weight on that repeated theme than on the occasional short comment, since the guide’s role is central to how this tour works.

Is $92 a fair price?

At $92 per person, the price is reasonable if you plan to visit both the museum and crocodile park anyway. The crocodile park entry is included, and that is likely to be the biggest individual attraction cost in the package. You also receive museum entry, beer tasting, transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a local guide.

The value is weaker if you only want the brewery or if you prefer spending several hours at one attraction. The 30-minute museum visit and 75-minute crocodile park visit are enough for an overview, but not for a slow, detailed exploration.

Food is the main extra expense. You can order lunch at Matso’s, but it is not part of the $92. Drinks beyond the included tasting are also extra. I would budget for lunch before booking so the final cost does not surprise you.

The tour earns its price through convenience. You do not need to arrange transport between three separate locations, pay each entry fee yourself, or decide how to fit the stops together. For a first visit to Broome, that can be worth more than a small saving.

Who should book this afternoon tour?

I would recommend it to families who want a simple outing with several different kinds of interest. Children can take part in museum activities and see huge crocodiles, while adults get local history, a brewery stop, and views toward Roebuck Bay.

It also suits first-time visitors with limited time. If you have only a few days in Broome, this gives you a broad introduction without consuming an entire day. The hotel pickup is helpful if you do not have a car.

Beer lovers will enjoy the Matso’s stop, particularly the ginger and mango tastings. Keep in mind that the tasting is short, so this is not a brewery tour with a long lesson about brewing methods.

You may want a different plan if you dislike organized schedules, need long museum visits, or want to spend the afternoon outdoors in one place. The tour moves on after each stop, and the timetable leaves little room for lingering.

Comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and water are the sensible kit. The tour is in English, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before departure. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Broome plans are still changing.

Should you book the Broome Iconic Trio Tour?

Book it if you want an easy, well-rounded afternoon that covers Broome’s local food scene, settlement story, and crocodiles in one trip. The best reasons are the included transport and entries, the family-friendly range of stops, and the local guides, especially Jane and Brenda.

Skip it if you want a slow museum visit, a full brewery meal, or a wildlife experience beyond crocodiles. For most first-time visitors, though, the $92 price buys useful coverage and removes much of the day’s planning. It is a practical way to get your bearings, enjoy a few distinctly Broome experiences, and return to your hotel without arranging the logistics yourself.

FAQ

How long does the Broome brewery, museum, and crocodile park tour last?

The tour lasts four hours, including transportation between the stops and the return to Broome.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Broome are included. Airport drop-off can also be provided if required.

What is included in the $92 price?

The price includes a professional local guide, transport, entry to the Broome Museum, entry to Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park, and beer tasting at Matso’s Brewery.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch and other food and drinks are at your own expense. You have about 45 minutes at Matso’s for a break and lunch.

What beers do you taste at Matso’s Brewery?

The tasting includes Matso’s ginger beer and mango beer.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes. The tour is described as family-friendly. The Broome Museum has interactive activities for children, and the crocodile park offers a guided visit with more than 2,500 crocodiles.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. The tour is conducted in English and is wheelchair accessible.