Opera House
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Discover insider secrets and stories of the Opera House artists and performances, and step inside the iconic theatres and foyers that bring to life over 1800 performances each year. Explore the building with our knowledgeable guides, and learn about how Jørn Utzon’s vision came into existence against impossible odds.
Please note that as we are a busy performing arts centre, venues and theatres are subject to availability at the time of your tour.
Option: Tour & Dine at Opera Bar, House Canteen or Midden by Mark Olive:
Make the most of a day out at the Opera House by going on our 1-hour tour followed by a lunch or an early dinner at your choice of harbourside restaurants. Redeem your ticket at Opera Bar or House Canteen between 11.30am – 6pm, or Midden by Mark Olive between 11.30am-2.30pm, or 5-6pm
Option: Language Tour and Language Tour & Meal + Drink options.
Choose French, German, or Spanish Tour, to experience the tour with one of our language-speaking guides.
Sydney Opera House Tour & Dine Experience
Make the most of a day out at Sydney Opera House by experiencing a 1-hour guided tour followed by a show-stopping meal overlooking the Harbour at either Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar.
The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic buildings in the world and this is your chance to experience beneath the magnificent sails and explore the vibrant performance spaces and extraordinary stories that exist.
After the tour, take in some best views of Sydney Harbour while you enjoy lunch from a special Tour and Dine menu.
When you check in for your tour at the Welcome Centre, on the lower concourse, you will receive a ticket stub. Please redeem this ticket at your choice of venue, either Opera Bar or House Canteen, between 11.30am – 6pm or Midden by Mark Olive after 1st April, between 11.30am-2.30pm for lunch, or 5.00pm-6.00pm for dinner and receive a main meal from a selection, and choice of beverage (wine, beer, soft). Infant tickets do not include a meal or drink.
Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House
No trip to Sydney is complete without a visit to its most famous building and the best thing to do when you visit the Sydney Opera House is to come inside and see an opera performance.
This performance has English and Simplified Chinese surtitles.
Sydney Shore Excursion: Sydney Opera House Walking Tour
Take a guided walking tour of Sydney Opera House while your cruise ship is in port to experience one of the world’s most famous performing arts centers. Plus, you’ll see the best views of the Sydney Harbour. Book this Sydney Opera House shore excursion ahead to ensure you don’t miss out on this popular tour.
Option: Language Tour
Enjoy your tour with one of our language-speaking guides in French, German, or Spanish
Optional Add On: If you select the below option
Tour & Dine at your choice of either Midden by Mark Olive, Opera Bar or House Canteen. Make the most of a day out at the Opera House by going on our 1-hour tour followed by a lunch or early dinner at your choice of harbourside restaurants. Enjoy a main meal from a selection and beverage (wine, beer, soft).
Sydney Opera House Guided Backstage Tour
Uncover the mysteries of the backstage world. Meet your guide at Stage Door before you take a journey behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House.
Discover spaces and places normally hidden from the public, as you explore unseen backstage areas where performers like Julie Andrews, Bob Dylan and Prince have all gone before. In your intimate group, follow your tour guide and get ready to see first-hand what the Sydney Opera House stage crew and performers get up to side-of stage, including a trip to the orchestra pit and private dressing rooms. Complete the experience with a delicious breakfast in the Green Room – the exclusive domain of our crew and performers.
London Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of The Opera is a haunting musical which traces the tragic love story of a beautiful young opera singer and a composer shamed by his physical appearance into a shadowy existence beneath the majestic Paris Opera House.
The show received its world premiere at His Majesty's Theatre in London on 9th October 1986 and has since been played out to over 9,500 audiences in the West End. A true theatre blockbuster that is not to be missed whilst in London!
* Seats may have a slight restricted view of the stage *
Vienna State Opera House Mozart Concert in Historical Costumes
For a typical Viennese experience, book your tickets for the Vienna Mozart Concert at the Vienna State Opera. Dressed in historical costumes and wigs, the Vienna Mozart Orchestra brings the 18th century to life – it's the perfect way to enjoy a little Mozart while you're in Vienna!
If you have selected the VIP package, the following is included:
– Gourmet menu' at the Hotel Imperial 'Opus' Restaurant.
– Fiaker drive from the restaurant to the concert hall
– Best category seating for the concert
– Glass of sparkling wine or soft drink
– Back stage gathering with the performers
– Attendance by a Mozart page
– Cloak room fees
Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour
Sydney Opera House has launched its first ever Architectural Tour, revealing the story behind the creation of Utzon’s masterpiece.
You will hear how visionaries, idealists, architects, engineers, pragmatists and artists together built this architectural and engineering masterpiece form our most experience and knowledgeable guides.
RENT at the Sydney Opera House
The musical that rocked Broadway is back!
Experience Jonathan Larson’s electrifying, multi-Tony® Award winning musical, in this electrifying, critically-acclaimed new production.
Step into the vibrant streets of New York City’s East Village, where dreams are born, friendships are tested, and the power of love prevails against all odds.
Featuring the iconic songs ‘Seasons of Love’, ‘Take Me or Leave Me’ and ‘La Vie Bohème’, this groundbreaking phenomenon, inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème, is more than a musical; it’s a celebration of life, love, and the human spirit.
Don’t miss your chance to discover the show that took Broadway by storm.
Sydney Opera House VIP Guided Tour Ticket, Two Course Dinner and Drinks
Feel like a star on the ultimate evening out and experience the best that Sydney has to offer.
Make your way to The Lounge on the upper level near the Box Office, where you will be met by a friendly member of our Welcome Team, before heading off on an intimate, 1 hour VIP tour of the Iconic Sydney Opera House with one of our tour guides. You will explore beneath the sails, venturing to back of house areas and theatres before they go live ahead of the night’s performances.
Indulge in a two course dining experience paired with matching Australian wines, and soak up the atmosphere and views from one of Sydney’s best restaurants. After the tour our guide will escort you to the restaurant of your choice: Bennelong, the Sydney Opera House's signature restaurant, or Midden by Mark Olive for alfresco harbourside dining.
Professional Photoshoot at Opera House
Immerse yourself in a unique and memorable photoshoot at an iconic landmark, guided by a professional photographer's skilled eye for stunning angles and poses. Tailor the experience to your preferences, accommodating couples, families, and solo adventurers. Your beautifully edited digital photos will be delivered promptly within 48 hours, providing a timely and cherished keepsake of your special moments.
Sydney Half Day Private Tour: see Sydney Opera House and Bondi
Enjoy the best sightseeing tour of Sydney on your half-day private tour. Discover the picture-perfect views from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your expert guide. Visit the very tip of Sydney Harbour at The Gap, and dip your toes in the ocean at the world-famous Bondi Beach. Travel through the exclusive suburbs of Paddington, Vaucluse and the notorious Kings Cross.
Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro at the Sydney Opera House
No trip to Sydney is complete without a visit to its most famous building. And the best thing to do when you visit the Sydney Opera House is to come inside and see an opera performance.
A chaotic whirlwind of mistaken identities makes the wedding day of Figaro and Susanna a lesson in hilarity.
With a witty, fast-moving libretto and hum-along melodies, it’s easy to see why Mozart’s classic comedy continues to charm audiences the world over.
Musically, this is the ultimate ensemble opera, with brilliant trios, quartets and even a fantastic sextet laced through the score. Dramatically, it’s the opera with everything: lovers and liaisons, tricks and disguises, lust and laughter.
The Countess loves Count Almaviva, but he’s got designs on her servant Susanna. It’s Susanna’s wedding day, and Figaro has no plans of giving up his bride. In one crazy day of disguises, duplicity, desire and utter madness, the fiancés must foil the philandering noble’s seductive advances.
La Bohème at the Sydney Opera House
No trip to Sydney is complete without a visit to its most famous building. And the best thing to do when you visit the Sydney Opera House is to come inside and see an opera performance.
Private Sydney Tour Including Sydney Opera House, Bondi and Manly
Explore the best Sydney has to offer on this full day private tour. Discover the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the beaches, the cafes and the people. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your expert guide and driver.
Discover Sydney's hidden delights further afield such as the Seaforth, Arabanoo lookouts and the Northern Beaches. Return to Sydney Harbour on the famous Manly ferry back to Circular Quay and enjoy the famous Sydney Harbour from the water (own expense).
Bangarra Dance Theatre at the Sydney Opera House — ILLUME
Bangarra is one of Australia's leading Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander performing arts company. Started in 1989, their dance technique is forged from over 65,000 years of culture, embodied with contemporary movement.
This is a unique chance to experience Australian Indigenous Culture through a contemporary lens.
— About this performance —
ILLUME
Step out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light – the central life force of our planet. From the extraordinary Bangarra Dance Theatre comes an iridescent new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance to explore the ways light has captivated and sustained Indigenous cultural existence for millennia.
Today, artificial light pollution disrupts ecosystems and obscures the dark night sky, devastating First Nations people’s connections to sky country and limiting their ability to share celestial knowledge and skylore. First Nations people stand on the precipice of the world under threat.
La Traviata The Original Opera with Ballet
ROME – St. Paul within the Walls Church EVERY TUESDAY – H. 8.30 PM Experience “La Traviata” by Giuseppe Verdi in the extraordinary atmosphere of St. Paul’s Within the Walls Church in Rome. Immerse yourself in the most romantic opera ever, performed by Opera e Lirica singers with choir, orchestra and ballet.
CAST: VIOLETTA VALÉRY: Aleksandra Buczek, ALFREDO GERMONT Emil Alekperov, GIORGIO GERMONT: suo padre Christian Alderete, FLORA BERVOIX-ANNINA SaraTiburzi, GASTONE: Visconte di Letorières Andrea Pecci, BARONE DOUPHOL Andrea Scorsolini, DOTTOR GRENVIL Domenico Forte, COMMISSIONARIO Giuseppe Trovato
CORO: Servi e signori amici di Violetta e Flora, piccadori e mattadori, zingare, servi di Violetta e Flora, maschere.
Dancers: Sofia Angelis e Francesco Sgura
Special guest Angelo Nardinocchi – Marchese D’Obigny
Choreography: Francesco Sgura
Scenes: Gisèle Simon
Costumes: Bolero Sartoria
Artistic director: Giuseppina Cuccaro
String Orchestra, winds and grand piano
Arena di Verona Opera Ticket Package
Absolutely a must for Opera lovers, the Arena di Verona Ticket package will give you a complete oppurtunity to partecipate at the Opera evening performance, discover Verona city, enjoy Piazza Bra and use the public transport as wished. Included also a tour of Verona with official City Guide (1 hour, start at 6 pm). Retire your package at gate number 7 of the Arena at 5:40pm (desk Montebaldo agency)
Sydney Opera House and Aussie Animals Private Tour
Embark on an exclusive adventure with your own private tour to Featherdale Wildlife Park and the iconic Sydney Opera House! Get up close and personal with Australia's unique wildlife at Featherdale, where kangaroos, koalas and more await your visit. Then, step inside the architectural marvel of the Opera House and join a group tour for a behind-the-scenes journey through its storied halls and breathtaking architecture. Experience the best of nature and culture in one unforgettable excursion!
Sydney LED Lit Kayak Tour of the Opera House and Bridge
Enjoy our LED-lit kayaks for a unique sunrise or sunset experience. Paddle through Sydney Harbour with views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Safety first with experienced, friendly guides including a thorough safety brief and paddle technique training before you go on the water. Free photos and videos of you given to you at the end of your tour. Perfect for all skill levels, offering a fun and memorable adventure!