A ZIP-LINE from the Matagarup Bridge is a step closer to reality as the State Government looks at finalising their plans for three new tourist attractions in the city.

As well as a 300m zip-line from the bridge to the Burswood Peninsula, people will also have the chance to climb the bridge and to the top of Optus Stadium.

The Government has shortlisted three applicants to provide the services, with their final plans to be submitted in September.

The contract will be awarded at the end of the year.

Much of the infrastructure required for the bridge climb and zip-line was incorporated into the bridge’s design and construction.

The bridge climb would potentially allow locals and visitors to ascend 314 steps to the highest point, 60m above the Swan River.

The zip-line would travel 300m from the halfway point of the bridge to a landing platform on Burswood Peninsula.

The Optus Stadium rooftop climb will start with 220 steps to the top of the venue and a 360-degree circumnavigation of the internal perimeter roof.

The tour finishes at the western edge of the roof, where visitors will be able to enjoy amazing views of the Swan River and Perth skyline from a new gantry.

Potential operators also have the opportunity to propose other optional tourism experiences they think could be supported at Matagarup Bridge, Optus Stadium and within Stadium Park.

“The time is right for Perth to leverage our landmarks, like Matagarup Bridge, the Swan River and Optus Stadium, to their true potential to help create jobs,” Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said.

“This is a forward thinking proposal that will expand the everyday purpose of the Matagarup Bridge and Optus Stadium to provide a range of benefits to Western Australia, including financial outcomes and jobs.”