Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

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Offered in: English

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • No Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
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Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point, Easy walk from Circular Quay Train Station, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia

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Sydney Opera House

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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check you have selected the correct language tour for the tour you want to experience the language in
  • Infants under 5 are permitted on the 1 hour tour free of charge, however still require a ticket to be booked
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 3,872 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • No Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
  • Gratuities.
  • Late arrivals. Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Local guide
  • No Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Late arrivals. Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • 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.
  • Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour and can change up until tour departure time.
  • Please arrive at the Welcome Centre 15 minutes prior to your tour time to adhere to check in and cloaking procedures. If you are more than 5 minutes late from the start time of your tour, your tour will be forfeited.
  • Please check you have selected the correct language tour for the tour you want to experience the language in
  • Infants under 5 are permitted on the 1 hour tour free of charge, however still require a ticket to be booked
  • 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
  • Redeem tour & dine at House Canteen or Opera Bar between 11.30am-6pm on the day of the tour.
  • Redeem tour & dine at Midden by Mark Olive between 11.30am-2.30pm, or 5-6pm on the day of the tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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