Staircase to the Moon

A natural phenomenon possible due to the exposed mudflat at extreme low tides offer views of starlike shimmers in the water captivating an imagination of a path to the full moon.

This breath-taking optical illusion that occurs when specific conditions align, usually 2 to 3 days a month. When the moon rises, light is reflected off the wet sand and creates the illusion of a staircase stretching towards the lunar.

Beyond the moon, the community finds this as a time for celebration. Go and get involved in the live music and entertainment, handcrafted souvenirs, and delicious food.

Where's the best spot in town for this? Town Beach. Pair this with fish and chips or pizza with a beer and you have a dream you never knew existed come true.

Intrigued by the celestial wonders above Broome's Staircase to the Moon? Dive into the award-winning series "A Stargazer's Guide to the Cosmos" on ABC iView, taking you through the vastness of space. For more astronomical content follow Astro Tours on Instagram. Engaging posts will keep you updated on Broome's night sky. Or revel in the unique beauty by exploring intergalactically stars, asteroids and more in one of the best stargazing places in world where you can see 2 globular clusters, 2 distinct galaxies, and breath-taking view of the milky way galaxy. This 2 hour masterclass uses telescopes that need ladders to look out of and others that are big enough to send children to the moon!