Guided Tours

Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour

Visitors touring the interior of the Sydney Opera House.

Guided tour group inside Sydney Opera House.

Guided tour with mobility access at Sydney Opera House.

People dining outdoors near Sydney Opera House.

Flexible cancellation

Get full refund for a small fee if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.

Duration

30 min - 1 hr

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Guided tour

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.5/5(2,409)

David A

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Seeing the inside aea's of the Opera house and getting to know the history behind it. Oh the views over the harbor were great too. Our guide had great knowledge on the history and design internal and external.

Judith C

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Our tour was 4.15 in the afternoon with guide Laura. She was delightful, knowledgeable and answered questions well. The concert hall was stunning and its versatility was well explained. I really liked the splendid use of woods contributing to the acoustics. 4.15 was a perfect time to enjoy the fabulous harbour view.

Gill P

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

The tour guide was amazing - learned a lot about the history ilof the Opera House, lots of amusing anecdotes etc. It was excellent and well worth it. We're going back this evening for a recital by an organist we heard rehearsing during the tour.

Susan L

Family

Verified booking

Feb 2026

The tour was well timed with the group moving along comfortably even though it included a wide range of age groups. The commentary was excellent and questions well answered. I had a 13 yr old grand daughter with me and we both enjoyed the tour. IT was also very interesting to learn the background information of some of the process, choice of materials and the story of the build. We enjoyed it all.

Sue R

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

The tour guide, Freda, was delightful. She treated everyone with respect and provided a nice tour for our group. We were mostly on our feet but there were also times when we could sit. The Opera House itself is an amazing structure. This tour is well worth the time and money. Also, the free meal was a bonus. We ate ours before the tour to avoid the dinner rush.

Wenyu W

Family

Verified booking

Feb 2026

It is really a nice way to learn the history of opera house even though I ever saw some on some books. Also, it is a nice chance to walk around inside to see every places. Recommend to do the guided tour.

Take a 1-hour guided walking tour of the Sydney Opera House and explore its legendary halls, theaters, and soaring sails with a local expert.

Admire the building’s iconic sail-like architecture, a masterpiece of 20th-century design by Danish architect Jørn Utzon.

Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the venue that hosts over 1,800 performances each year and explore hidden corners not seen by the general public.

Enjoy the tour in your choice of 7 languages and upgrade your tour to add a meal and drink at Midden, the Opera Bar, or House Canteen.

Fun fact: The Opera House roof is made of over one million Swedish tiles, forming a shell pattern that's both an engineering and artistic feat.

1-hour guided walking tour of Sydney Opera House

Entry to Sydney Opera House

English/Spanish/French/German/Mandarin/Korean/Japanese speaking tour guide (based on option selected)

Complimentary cloakroom access

Headset (based on option selected)

1 meal and a drink from a selection at either Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar (menus here) (based on option selected)

Parking fees

Transportation

Personal expenses

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
David A
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Seeing the inside aea's of the Opera house and getting to know the history behind it. Oh the views over the harbor were great too. Our guide had great knowledge on the history and design internal and external.
Sevigny C
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
What an amazing guide! We were lucky enough to see dancers and musicians
Alan L
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our guide, Jennifer, was really knowledgeable and it was great being shown around a world-architectural icon, especially the orchestra set-up
Judith C
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our tour was 4.15 in the afternoon with guide Laura. She was delightful, knowledgeable and answered questions well. The concert hall was stunning and its versatility was well explained. I really liked the splendid use of woods contributing to the acoustics. 4.15 was a perfect time to enjoy the fabulous harbour view.
Carl B
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Amanda was thoughtful and very knowledgeable about the Ooera House. Great tour

Step beneath the iconic sails for a 1-hour guided tour of Sydney Opera House, with access to key performance spaces.

Getting started

Check in at the Welcome Center on the Lower Concourse level of the Sydney Opera House. After ticket validation, your guide will greet you and provide a brief introduction before leading your group inside.

What to expect

Sydney Opera House: Opened in 1973, the Sydney Opera House is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s most distinctive architectural landmarks. The venue hosts over 1,800 performances each year and is celebrated for its innovative design and cultural significance.

Features

Performance spaces: Visit select venues within the Opera House, where major concerts, operas, and events are staged annually.

Architectural insights: Learn about the building’s unique sail-inspired design and the engineering challenges overcome during its construction.

Behind-the-scenes access: Explore areas not typically open to the public, offering a closer look at daily operations and artistic preparation.

Multilingual expertise: You can choose a tour in either English, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin, Korean, French, or German. Your guide will provide detailed commentary and answer all your questions about the Opera House throughout the tour.

Extras

Upgrade your ticket to include a meal and drink at one of three premium dining venues: Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or the Opera Bar.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

What’s not allowed

Oversize luggage

Video recording

Baby strollers

Accessibility

This tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs.

Additional information

Guests will need to climb 300 stairs, so please wear comfortable walking shoes.

Tours do not operate on Good Friday, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day before 11am.

If you've opted for the meal upgrade, you can redeem it at the House Canteen or Opera Bar between 11:30am and 6pm or Midden by Mark Olive, between 11:30am-2:30pm for lunch, or 5-6pm for dinner.

Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour.

Please check in at the Welcome Center located on the Lower Concourse level of the Sydney Opera House.

How To Redeem Your Ticket

Please present you mobile voucher at the Sydney Opera House Welcome Centre on the Lower Concourse 15 minutes prior to the tour for your ticket stub

Meeting Point

Welcome Center (lower ground level), Sydney Opera, Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia.