Why choose this Sydney 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 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 an early dinner at your choice of Opera Bar or House Canteen, both located on the lower concourse. Redeem your ticket at the bar between 1130am – 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.
Make the most of your Sydney adventure
What makes Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour a unique experience ?
Your tour of the Sydney Opera House allows you to step beneath the sails of one of the world’s most iconic performance venues, where more than 1,800 concerts, plays, musicals and ballets are staged every year. Explore it with an insider guide, who shares stories and fun facts about the opera house’s history, performances and architecture throughout your 1-hour tour.
Walk through the elegant foyers, visit one of the largest pillar-free chambers in the world, sit down in a custom-made white birch chair and look up at the vaulted ceiling. Check out areas that are off-limits to the general public, learn about the distinctive exterior design made up of ‘shell’ tiles, and hear about opera house’s Danish architect, including his inspiration and building challenges.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note the standard guided tour contains approx. 300 stairs – Low Impact. If you have limited mobility there are daily mobility access tours available on request pre-booking is required please contact the supplier directly.
- Tours do not operate on Good Friday, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, or New Year’s Day before 1pm, subject to change
- Tour + Main Meal & Drink: Redeem your ticket stub at either of our harbourside dining venues Opera Bar or House Canteen between 1130am-6pm on day of your tour booking. Includes main meal and a beverage from a selection.
- One Hour Tour including Tour & Dine please check in at the Welcome Centre on the lower concourse level ten minutes prior to your tour time
- Infants under 5 are permitted on the 1 hour tour free of charge, however still require a ticket to be booked
- Please check you have selected the correct language tour for the tour you want to experience the language in
- Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour and can change up until tour departure time.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- German Guided Tour
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1 Hour Guided Tour with a German Speaking Tour Guide (not in English) - Architectural Tour
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1 hour tour experience aimed at those who are interested in finding out more about the way the Opera House was built. - French Tour & Meal + Drink
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French Tour & Meal + Drink: One Hour guided tour with French-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen - Spanish Tour & Meal + Drink
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Spanish Tour & Meal + Drink: One Hour guided tour with Spanish-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen - German Tour + Meal & Drink
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German Tour + Meal & Drink: One Hour guided tour with German-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen - English Guided Tour
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1 Hour Guided Tour with a English Speaking Tour Guide - French Guided Tour
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1 Hour Guided Tour with a French Speaking Tour Guide (not in English) - Spanish Guided Tour
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Spanish-Speaking Tour: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a Spanish Speaking Tour Guide (not in English) - Tour + Main Meal & Drink
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Tour + Main Meal & Drink: Enjoy our one hour tour followed by a main meal and beverage, from a selection, at either Opera Bar or House Canteen
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local guide
Not Included
- No Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Sydney Opera House.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Sydney.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 2731 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 11 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Sydney Opera House Guided Tour (if option selected)
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the tour contains approx 200 stairs over the duration – Low Impact
Please exchange this voucher for your tour ticket at the Welcome Center located on the Lower Concourse level of the Sydney Opera House. Please arrive approx 10 min prior to your scheduled departure time.
Tour & Dine: you will receive a printed ticket on check-in at the Welcome Centre, please redeem this ticket for your main meal and drink at your pre-selected venue, either Hous e Canteen or Opera Bar, both located on the lower concourse.
Tours are subject to a maximum capacity.
Language Tour: please ensure you have selected the correct language option for the tour you want to experience
Please Note: Tour & Dine experience menu is available from 11:30am – 6.00pm at Opera Bar or House Canteen on the day of your tour booking
