Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
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.
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 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 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
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.
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.
Infants under 5 are permitted on the 1 hour tour free of charge, however still require a ticket to be booked
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
No Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Options
Tour + Main Meal & Drink
English Fluency Required: Enjoy our one hour tour followed by a main meal and beverage, from a selection, at either Opera Bar or House Canteen
Spanish Guided Tour
Spanish Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a Spanish Speaking Tour Guide (not in English)
Spanish Tour & Meal + Drink
Spanish Speakers Only: One Hour guided tour with Spanish-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen
Architectural Tour
A 75-minute tour experience aimed at those who are interested in finding out more about the way the Opera House was built.
German Tour + Meal & Drink
German Speakers Only: One Hour guided tour with German-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen
French Guided Tour
French Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a French Speaking Tour Guide (not in English)
German Guided Tour
German Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a German Speaking Tour Guide (not in English)
English Guided Tour
English Fluency Required: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a English Speaking Tour Guide
French Tour & Meal + Drink
French Speakers Only: One Hour guided tour with French-speaking guide plus main meal and beverage from a selection at Opera Bar or House Canteen
Reviews
3,170 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Well worth your time!
Cathy K,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful morning tour! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and it was evident that she loves her job and takes pride in showing off this iconic showcase. There are a lot of doable steps for the various levels. We were treated with being able to view/listen to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in rehearsal! Definitely worth your time to tour this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lovely tour
Dee F,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lovely tour and very interesting and engaging. Perfect start the morning. Easy to walk but many stairs.
Interesting and engaging tour of the Opera House
Fiona S,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Friendly and knowledgable tour guide, nothing was too much trouble. He had answers to all questions asked by visitors. Commentary as we were taken around the building was engaging. With lots of interesting facts about the Opera House development and building issues plus technical information about the architecture and the two main event spaces. We were lucky enough to be able to go into both and were treated to a bit of music from the current performance (Mozart) as some of the musicians were practising when we visited. Plenty of time allowed for photos.
A must if in Sydney
David Z,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour which explained the history of this iconic building. Our guide, Zoe, was very thorough and very knowledgeable
Very knowledgeable tour...
Margaret G,
Apr 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable tour guide very impressive on the inside of the building You get the entire history of the opera house
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