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Discover the architectural marvel of the Sydney Opera House on a guided tour that unlocks its history, design secrets, and backstage stories in 60 minutes.
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Enjoy a delicious meal paired with a refreshing drink at Opera Bar, House Canteen, or Midden, with views overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge.
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Explore inside the Opera House’s grand performance spaces and learn how performers prepare backstage for iconic concerts, theatre, and opera shows.
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Choose from multiple language options for your guided tour, including English, Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean, for a personalized experience.
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Fun fact: The Opera House’s sail-like design was inspired by orange segments and took 14 years to build, becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
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1-hour Sydney Opera House guided tour
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1 meal and a drink from a selection at either Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar (menus here)
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Expert English/Spanish/French/German/Mandarin/Korean/Japanese-speaking tour guide (based on option selected)
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Headset
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Complimentary cloakroom access
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Additional food & drinks
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United Kingdom, United States, France and over 9 countries have loved this experience
Tracey
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Interesting tour and very knowledgeable guide who also kept it light hearted and fun and brought the characters to life.
Quocviet
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Our tour guide was just the best! She was very friendly and smiley the entire time! Her ?British accent made the experience even more interesting. Sadly I completely forgot her name but she has curly hair and a right dimple. She gave us a really good tour filled with laughter and information. She was also not shy of any questions we had for her about the opera house and answered with a lot of passion. Hands down the best tour guide I've had since coming to Sydney! (Note to her if she reads this: the "Cats" on the caps weren't actually from the musical. They were AFL Geelong Cats caps" 🤣 Another highlight was watching the students rehearse in the concert hall. That was phenomenal! Just hearing the acoustics of the room and learning how it's design was purposely made for it to sound like that irregardless of where you are in the audience blows my mind!
Lyubov
Aug, 2025Verified booking
The guided tour was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The itinerary was well-planned, ensuring we saw all the key highlights without feeling rushed. Our guide Julia was exceptionally knowledgeable, sharing fascinating historical details, local insights, and engaging stories. The seamless organisation and personal touches truly elevated the experience, leaving us with wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation of the Sydney Opera House
Mark
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Our guide Pete was amazing. So knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. The Opera House itself truly is one of the wonders of the world (unofficial). Had such a great time. If you're in Sydney it's a "must do".
Catherine
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Good tour, friendly knowledgable guide. Disappointed not to have seen the Joan Sutherland theatre, which is after all for the opera.
Discover the Sydney Opera House on a 1-hour guided tour, then enjoy a meal and drink at a harbourside restaurant of your choice.
Getting started
Arrive at the Sydney Opera House Welcome Centre, where your guide will greet you and check your booking. After a brief introduction, you’ll join your group and begin the tour, with headsets provided for clear commentary in your selected language.
What to expect
Sydney Opera House: Step inside this UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its distinctive sail-like design and pivotal role in Australia’s cultural scene. Your guide will share stories about the Opera House’s controversial construction, legendary performances, and its ongoing evolution as a global arts hub.
Features
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Theatres and foyers: Explore the Opera House’s performance spaces and public areas, learning about their architectural innovation and artistic significance.
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Sydney Harbour and Harbour Bridge views: Capture panoramic views of the harbour and bridge from exclusive vantage points inside and outside the venue.
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Dining experience: Choose from Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar, and enjoy a meal with a complimentary drink, featuring menus inspired by Indigenous Australian, modern Australian, or Asian cuisines.
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Multilingual guides: Tours are available in Spanish, German, French, Korean, Japanese, English, and Mandarin, ensuring an engaging experience for international visitors.
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What to bring
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Comfortable shoes are recommended as the tour involves climbing 300 stairs.
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Bring a valid photo ID if requested at the entrance.
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Essential information and menus are available on the official Sydney Opera House website; review them before your visit.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed and cannot be stored in the cloakroom.
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Baby strollers are not permitted inside the venue (complimentary cloakroom is available for prams only).
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Video recording is not allowed during the tour.
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Additional food and drinks not included in the Tour and Dine menu are not permitted.
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Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Accessibility
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This tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs.
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The tour involves climbing 300 stairs and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Additional information
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Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked; please check your confirmation for details.
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Your meal can be redeemed at House Canteen or Opera Bar between 11:30am and 6pm, or at Midden by Mark Olive between 11:30am–2:30pm for lunch or 5–6pm for dinner.
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Venue access and dining are subject to availability at the time of your tour.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Sydney Opera House.
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Address: Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia.
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Landmark: Welcome Center (lower ground level).
Get Directions to the Meeting Point
How to redeem:
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Please present your mobile voucher at the Sydney Opera House Welcome Centre on the Lower Concourse 15 minutes prior to the tour for your ticket stub for the tour.
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Each ticket stub is valid for 1 Main Meal and Drink from Opera Bar of House Canteen during 11:30am - 6pm on the day of the tour. The Ticket Stub must be presented to the Opera Bar or House Canteen staff when ordering from the Tour & Dine menu at the counter.
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