The Sydney Opera House Tour
Step beneath the sails and discover what makes the Opera House so inspiring.
Uncover the stories, history and magic of the Sydney Opera House with an incredible guided tour, taking you underneath the world-famous sails. Make a day of it by choosing a Tour and Dine.
“A detailed tour with entertaining and informed guides - I enjoyed it so much I might even do it again.”
Jane Smith, Tripadvisor
Step Inside an Iconic Landmark
The Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks and this is your chance to truly get up-close. Run your hands over the world-famous shell tiles, take a seat in the elegant custom-made white birch timber chairs and marvel at the vaulted ceilings. Visit areas off-limits to the public and capture photographs from rare vantage points. Explore theatres and foyers where more than 1600 concerts, operas, dramas and ballets take place each year.
Discover the story and keep a memento
Be led through every aspect of the building's 14-year creation and 58-year history. Delve into the stories behind Danish architect Jørn Utzon's masterpiece. What inspired his revolutionary design? How did he solve its engineering challenges to realise his vision? You’ll find out on this very special one-hour guided tour.
At the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to purchase a photo memento in an exclusive Sydney Opera House memory book. In this book, you will also be given access to unlimited digital copies of your exclusive tour photos.
Upgrade your tour
With a Tour and Tasting Plate, we invite you to explore the Sydney Opera House's secrets on a breathtaking tour and then sample the best of local dining - all on sparkling Sydney Harbour.
Live like a local and join us for a meal at Opera Bar after your tour. We’ve picked our favourites – beer battered fish & chips, roasted cauliflower salad and Jack’s Creek Angus rump. No reservations are needed.
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