




Duration
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Guided tour
Meals included
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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.
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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