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The Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous venues for performing arts. With these tickets, you can choose from a wide range of tours to explore and learn all about this icon in both architectural and technological innovation sectors.
Sydney Opera House Tours
Group on a guided walking tour inside Sydney Opera House with view of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Visitor exploring the interior of Sydney Opera House during a guided walking tour.
Tour guide explaining architecture to visitors inside Sydney Opera House.
Visitors enjoying a guided walking tour inside the Sydney Opera House.
Visitors ascending steps inside Sydney Opera House during guided walking tour.
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30 min
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  • Walk under the glorious sails as you soak in the breathtaking surroundings of the Sydney Opera House on this tour.

  • Discover the rich history, fascinating stories, and pure magic of the Sydney Opera House on this guided walking tour.

  • You could also choose to attend one of the many performances at the Opera House to better appreciate its state-of-the-art facilities at your own expense.

  • Choose the guided tour in the language of your choice to better appreciate its state-of-the-art facilities.

  • Fun fact: The Sydney Opera House is cooled using seawater taken directly from the harbor.

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  • Walk under the glorious sails as you soak in the breathtaking surroundings of the Sydney Opera House on this tour.

  • Discover the rich history, fascinating stories, and pure magic of the Sydney Opera House on this guided walking tour.

  • You could also choose to attend one of the many performances at the Opera House to better appreciate its state-of-the-art facilities at your own expense.

  • Choose the guided tour in the language of your choice to better appreciate its state-of-the-art facilities.

  • Fun fact: The Sydney Opera House is cooled using seawater taken directly from the harbor.

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AU$35
Bizet's Carmen opera poster with a woman against a red background.
4.5(1,595)
Opera
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2 hr 50 min
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Embark on an adrenaline-filled journey through lust, jealousy, and spectacle in this new production of the iconic opera Carmen.

Great for

Lovers of Opera | Georges Bizet Fans | Fans of Classical Music

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Embark on an adrenaline-filled journey through lust, jealousy, and spectacle in this new production of the iconic opera Carmen.

Great for

Lovers of Opera | Georges Bizet Fans | Fans of Classical Music

from
AU$79
Man eating cake with figurines of a couple on top, referencing "The Marriage of Figaro.
Opera performer in period costume during The Marriage of Figaro scene.
Opera performance of "The Marriage of Figaro" with actors in period costumes on stage.
Opera performers in period costumes during a scene from The Marriage of Figaro.
Actors in period costumes perform a scene from "The Marriage of Figaro" on stage.
Opera scene from The Marriage of Figaro with performers in period costumes on stage.
Opera performers in period costumes during a scene from The Marriage of Figaro.
Opera performer in period costume singing during "The Marriage of Figaro" scene.
Performers in period costumes on stage during "The Marriage of Figaro" opera.
Opera stage set for "The Marriage of Figaro" with elegant drapery and period furniture.
4.5(1,900)
Opera
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3 hr 35 min
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Relive Mozart’s comedic masterpiece at the Sydney Opera House, aptly labeled “a comic cauldron of sex and social politics” by Limelight magazine. Witness everything from affairs and love, disguises, and deception in this fascinating production!

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Relive Mozart’s comedic masterpiece at the Sydney Opera House, aptly labeled “a comic cauldron of sex and social politics” by Limelight magazine. Witness everything from affairs and love, disguises, and deception in this fascinating production!

from
AU$79
Rusalka Sydney
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Opera
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3 hr 35 min
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The Little Mermaid takes a darker turn with Antonín Dvořák’s Rusalka, where a water nymph drags herself to shore for human love. Director Sarah Giles delivers another heartrending tale after La Traviata

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Fans of Opera | Romance lovers | Fans of tragedies

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The Little Mermaid takes a darker turn with Antonín Dvořák’s Rusalka, where a water nymph drags herself to shore for human love. Director Sarah Giles delivers another heartrending tale after La Traviata

Great for

Fans of Opera | Romance lovers | Fans of tragedies

from
AU$79
Couple dancing under spotlight in La Bohème performance.
Opera performance of La Bohème with actors on stage and audience in ornate theater.
Opera performer in a scene from La Bohème, holding a plaid blanket on stage.
Opera performers in a lively scene from La Bohème, with expressive gestures and period costumes.
Performers on stage during a scene from La Bohème opera.
Opera performers in a lively café scene from La Bohème.
Opera performers in a lively scene from La Bohème, set in a vibrant Parisian café.
Two performers in a dramatic scene from La Bohème on stage.
Opera performers in a scene from La Bohème, wearing period costumes on stage.
4.5(1,877)
Opera
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2 hr 15 min
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Catch La Bohème as it transports Sydney Opera House to the beating heart of bohemian Berlin where passion and poetry collide as a starving artist and a fragile beauty fall in love—only to be tested by fate, jealousy, and loss.

Great for

Opera enthusiasts & newcomers | Fans of tragic love stories | Lovers of emotional, sweeping music

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Catch La Bohème as it transports Sydney Opera House to the beating heart of bohemian Berlin where passion and poetry collide as a starving artist and a fragile beauty fall in love—only to be tested by fate, jealousy, and loss.

Great for

Opera enthusiasts & newcomers | Fans of tragic love stories | Lovers of emotional, sweeping music

from
AU$79
Visitors ascending steps inside Sydney Opera House during guided walking tour.
Tour guide explaining architecture to visitors inside Sydney Opera House.
Visitors enjoying a guided walking tour inside the Sydney Opera House.
Visitors exploring the interior architecture of the Sydney Opera House.
Visitors enjoying a guided tour inside the Sydney Opera House.
Free cancellation
1 hr 15 min
Mobile ticket
  • Take your family on this guided architecture tour to see how architects built this architectural and engineering masterpiece

  • With an expert guide by your side, learn how Jørn Utzon's spherical solution helped create the sails of the Opera House.

  • Take photographs from vantage points, and learn about how this engineering marvel was built.

  • Check out the luminous tiles that make up the shells of the House and the grand bronze staircase of the Bennelong restaurant in the House.

  • Fun fact: The Monumental Steps were inspired by the Mayan step pyramids.

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  • Take your family on this guided architecture tour to see how architects built this architectural and engineering masterpiece

  • With an expert guide by your side, learn how Jørn Utzon's spherical solution helped create the sails of the Opera House.

  • Take photographs from vantage points, and learn about how this engineering marvel was built.

  • Check out the luminous tiles that make up the shells of the House and the grand bronze staircase of the Bennelong restaurant in the House.

  • Fun fact: The Monumental Steps were inspired by the Mayan step pyramids.

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AU$60
Backstage tour group at Sydney Opera House with guide.
Backstage view of Sydney Opera House with group on stage during guided tour.
Visitors on a guided backstage tour of Sydney Opera House.
Visitors explore backstage mechanics on Sydney Opera House guided tour.
Visitors on a guided backstage tour of Sydney Opera House, walking among stage equipment.
Free cancellation
2 hr 30 min
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  • Sign up for an exclusive 2.5-hour guided backstage tour at the iconic Sydney Opera House to explore off-limit areas like the orchestra pit.

  • With an English-speaking guide, listen to them tell you the history of the place where famous names like Cate Blanchett and Prince have walked.

  • Peek behind the stage, walk the corridors to rehearsal spaces, and uncover the fascinating intricacies of staging processes and performer traditions.

  • End your tour with an indulgent breakfast at the Green Room with some juice, barista coffee or tea, croissant, granola, or tapioca pudding.

  • Fun fact: The phrase ‘break a leg’ originated in ancient Greece, where audiences stomped their feet instead of clapping!

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  • Sign up for an exclusive 2.5-hour guided backstage tour at the iconic Sydney Opera House to explore off-limit areas like the orchestra pit.

  • With an English-speaking guide, listen to them tell you the history of the place where famous names like Cate Blanchett and Prince have walked.

  • Peek behind the stage, walk the corridors to rehearsal spaces, and uncover the fascinating intricacies of staging processes and performer traditions.

  • End your tour with an indulgent breakfast at the Green Room with some juice, barista coffee or tea, croissant, granola, or tapioca pudding.

  • Fun fact: The phrase ‘break a leg’ originated in ancient Greece, where audiences stomped their feet instead of clapping!

from
AU$199
Dining at Sydney Opera House during guided tour with meals and drinks.
Sydney Opera House tour guests dining with view of Harbour Bridge.
Couple dining outdoors with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
Sydney Opera House tour guests dining outdoors by the waterfront.
Dining with view of Sydney Harbour Bridge during guided Opera House tour.
Group on a guided walking tour inside Sydney Opera House with view of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Visitor exploring the interior of Sydney Opera House during a guided walking tour.
Visitors enjoying a guided tour inside the Sydney Opera House.
30 min
Mobile ticket
Meals included
  • Enjoy a tour of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, which ends with a delicious lunch or early dinner at the House Canteen, Midden by Mark Olive, or Opera Bar
  • Walk through this multi-venue performing arts center in the company of an expert guide who will tell you interesting stories about the place.
  • Admire the architecture and enjoy the new purpose-built space with various immersive digital experiences.
  • Savor delightful flavors of a lunch or dinner paired with a drink and enjoy unobstructed views of the Harbor Bridge at the House Canteen, Midden by Mark Olive, or Opera Bar.
  • Fun fact: The topaz-colored glass at the Sydney Opera House was a unique shade made to order in France by the glass manufacturing company of Boussois Souchon-Neuvesel.

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  • Enjoy a tour of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, which ends with a delicious lunch or early dinner at the House Canteen, Midden by Mark Olive, or Opera Bar
  • Walk through this multi-venue performing arts center in the company of an expert guide who will tell you interesting stories about the place.
  • Admire the architecture and enjoy the new purpose-built space with various immersive digital experiences.
  • Savor delightful flavors of a lunch or dinner paired with a drink and enjoy unobstructed views of the Harbor Bridge at the House Canteen, Midden by Mark Olive, or Opera Bar.
  • Fun fact: The topaz-colored glass at the Sydney Opera House was a unique shade made to order in France by the glass manufacturing company of Boussois Souchon-Neuvesel.
from
AU$75.80
Opera Greatest Hits Sydney Tickets
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1 hr 30 min
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Let the sensational opera hits of all time take over you in this 90-minute concert at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, just across the Sydney Harbor.

Great for

Opera lovers | Music lovers

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Let the sensational opera hits of all time take over you in this 90-minute concert at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, just across the Sydney Harbor.

Great for

Opera lovers | Music lovers

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AU$94.80

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Gillian Campbell
AU

Gillian

5/5
Australia
The historical stories told by Scott were great and gave us a great insight into the past of The Rocks. Walked in and around spots we didn't know were there.
Mark Richardson
AU

Mark

5/5
Australia
Ticketing was simple, well organised and lots of helpful guides around to help. Darryl was so much fun, knowledgeable and passionate about the venue.
Gregory Johnson
US

Gregory

5/5
United States
Historic Sydney opera house performance. The venue and performance were exceptional. The seats were excellent, a bit high
Kathleen Wootten
AU

Kathleen

5/5
Australia
Loved the music/conductor, great performances, kids chorus was excellent too, fabulous stage. Brave to address DV theme head-on. Booked because of Danielle de Niese story in the Good Weekend. Got a great seat at short notice. Easy download of ticket without having to queue at box office.
Marianne V Kramer

Marianne

4/5
The tour was informative and detailed. Very well done. The confusing part was where to go for food afterward since our tour included lunch. The tour staff pointed us to the opera house bar and it took a few attempts for me to find a server at the opera house bar who was familiar with our lunch option. Otherwise, not bad at all. If I were to do it again I would purchase my own lunch separately because the tour lunch was a limited menu.
  • Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s leading performance spaces, set on the banks of the gorgeous Sydney Harbour. Opened in 1973, the venue comprises six performance theaters, which together host more than 30 shows a week and 2000 events a year. The distinguished architectural marvel represents huge shells or billowing sails, thereby attracting visitors from all over the globe. If you’re planning a visit, check out our in-depth guide to know all about Sydney Opera House tickets and tour options, essential visitor information and more. 
  • The Sydney Opera House is arguably one of the most famous landmarks in not just the city, but the country. Due to its popularity, it’s best to book your tickets online to get your preferred date and time slot for a visit, avail great benefits and discounts, and more. You can choose to book guided Sydney Opera House tours, where explore the structure in detail with an expert guide, or book Sydney Opera House shows, and attend a spectacular performance. 
    Gain an in-depth perspective into one of the most iconic buildings in Australia with an expert tour guide by your side. Take in the picturesque surroundings and learn about the Sydney Opera House’s architecture and construction, history, and other interesting facts.

    Why go on these tours? 

    • Walk under the glorious white sails of the largest performance venue in the world with an expert guide. Learn about its long history, architecture, interesting facts and anecdotes.
    • Enjoy a delectable meal at the in-house Opera Kitchen after your tour. 
    • Guided tours are available in different languages like English and Mandarin. Choose the one that suits you best.

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    Learn the secrets of this engineering marvel and discover how Jorn Utzon worked towards bringing his brilliant imagination to life.
    Discover the fascinating history, learn interesting facts, and explore the pure elegance of the Sydney Opera House with an expert English-speaking guide on your walking tour. 
    Get an up-close look at the glorious architecture of the Sydney Opera House and explore its six performance spaces and theatres. Top it off with a delicious meal at the Opera Kitchen. 
  • There is so much to see and do on your Sydney Opera House tour. Here’s what you can look out for.

    Sydney Opera House Architecture

    Explore the fascinating architecture of Sydney Opera House, a proud creation of the country dating back to the 1950s. The unique shell design has drawn in visitors from around the world. It is one of the largest performance venues in the world, comprising six performance spaces and theatres.

    Inside the Sydney Opera House

    Beneath its glorious white sails, lie six performance venues and other attractions including reception rooms, a restaurant, rehearsal rooms, and a one-of-a-kind open-air forecourt overlooking the harbour and city. Performance spaces inside the Sydney Opera House include the Concert Hall, Drama Theatre, Playhouse, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Utzon Room, and Studio.

    Opera Bar & Kitchen

    Located in the heart of the Sydney Opera House is the simple yet elegant Opera Bar & Kitchen. Enjoy a delicious meal in the shadows of the giant white sails, while soaking in views of the harbour. There’s always something for everyone at Opera Kitchen from the morning bakery to a pasta bar in the afternoon and evening. If you love Japanese cuisine, Opera Kitchen also offers some of the finest ramen and other fresh dishes.

    Sydney Opera House Shows

    Catch some of the most spectacular shows at the world’s best performance venue. A few shows to watch out for are West Side Story: The Musical, Madama Butterfly, Greatest Opera Hits, La Boheme, La Traviata at Sydney Harbour, Faust, Aida, and many more. Combine your tour with a Sydney Opera House show to make the most out of your visit.
  • As one of the largest cities in Australia, Sydney has many attractions to explore beyond the Sydney Opera House.

    Skydive Sydney

    Skydiving is one of the best experiences to go for when in Sydney. Get a view of lush green landscapes from 15,000 ft high up in the sky! There is hardly a better way of getting your shot of adrenaline than by freefalling from an airplane. If you’re looking to do something different in Sydney, try skydiving! Visit one of three prime locations – Hunter Valley, Wollongong, and Newcastle – and make memories for a lifetime. Read on to know all the information you need about skydiving in Sydney.

    Sydney Harbour Cruise

    Take a ride along the most beautiful natural harbour in the world on a Sydney Harbour Cruise. Enjoy spectacular views of the harbour, Sydney Opera House, and Sydney’s skyline with a fun dose of entertainment and food.

    Taronga Zoo Sydney

    Located on the shores of the Harbour is the famous Sydney Taronga Zoo. Take a walk on the wild side and get close to seals, tigers, koalas, and many more native Australian animals at the zoo. The best part? You get to ride a sky cable car, where you have a bird’s eye view of the whole zoo!

    Hop-on Hop-off Tours

    Make the most of Sydney in a day or two with an expert guide taking you through the city’s most famous landmarks and attractions, including Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Your Sydney hop-on hop-off bus tour will help you save time, especially if you’re on a short visit.

    Madame Tussauds Sydney

    Meet your favourite stars inside the Madame Tussauds Museum and get acquainted with the martial arts legend Jackie Chan or take pictures with Wolverine. Inside the museum, you can pose with the Justice League Heroes such as Wonder Woman, Batman, and Superman.
  • Is the Sydney Opera House open now?

    Yes. The Sydney Opera House is open now and is operating with high safety measures in place.

    Are Sydney Opera House tickets available online now?

    Sydney Opera House tickets & tours are available for booking now. You can book your tickets online to get your preferred tour and date/time for visiting.

    What are the different types of Sydney Opera House tickets?

    Your Sydney Opera House tickets include either a tour of the venue or a ticket to one of the many shows it houses.

    Are guided tours included in my Sydney Opera House tours?

    Yes, Sydney Opera House tours include the services of a professional tour guide. Up to 20 guests are allowed to be a part of the tour.

    What languages are Sydney Opera House guided tours available in?

    Sydney Opera House guided tours are available in several languages such as English and Mandarin.

    What are Sydney Opera House tour timings?

    You can visit the Welcome Centre at the Sydney Opera House for tour enquiries.
    In Person - Monday to Sunday: 8:45 AM to 5 PM
    Virtual - Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday: 9 AM to 4 PM

    Can I book Sydney Opera House shows online now?

    Yes, you can now book your Sydney Opera House show tickets online.

    What is the cancelation policy for Sydney Opera House tickets?

    Most Sydney Opera House tickets & tours can be canceled between 24 to 48 hours before the date of visit. You’ll find the exact information at the bottom of each ticket.

    What is the best way to get to the Sydney Opera House?

    If you drive down, park at the Wilson Car Parking. If you take the bus or train, alight at Circular Quay and simply walk to the Opera House from here.

    Is the Sydney Opera House wheelchair accessible?

    Yes, the Sydney Opera House is wheelchair accessible. Guests can also rent wheelchairs and enjoy preferred seating along with a companion during a show.

    Are Sydney Opera House restaurants open now?

    Yes. Sydney Opera House restaurants and other venues are open and functioning following strict safety measures.
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