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.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
What‘s Included
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.
Meeting points
Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point, Easy walk from Circular Quay Train Station Sydney Australia
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
English Guided Tour
English Fluency Required: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a English Speaking Tour Guide
Spanish Guided Tour
Spanish Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a Spanish Speaking Tour Guide (not in English)
French Guided Tour
French Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a French Speaking Tour Guide (not in English)
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.
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
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
German Guided Tour
German Speakers Only: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a German 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
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
English Guided Tour
English Guided Tour from April: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a English Speaking Tour Guide
Reviews
3,689 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour was very...
Benjamin D,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour was very informative, guide was knowledgeable. Wish we had been able to go into the halls and take photos.
What I expected.
tanino p,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Learned about the Sydney Opera House and didn’t disappoint. That’s all. But need to hit the minimum review letters…okay. Achieved.
Well run tour. Got to see...
John G,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well run tour. Got to see rehearsal and blocking for NYE concert the next night and hear some lovely voices. YMMV. But nice view of one of the two main hall plus a smaller hall , and great info on to building.
Wonderful and entertaining guide
P L,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour with excellent guide. There was a rehearsal for a rock concert so I got to experience how good the acoustics was.
Olivia was our tour guide...
Monica S,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Olivia was our tour guide and she was excellent! Informative on the history of the city, the location, the architecture, architects, and had best viewing spots throughout the facility! Highly recommend !
Opera House tour very informative
Kathy S,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good guide, has been with the Opera House for 20 years. Very informative! Was happy we were able to see the Main Opera Hall. How the acoustics work is Amazing!
Take the Tour..but Try to See a Show too!
gefilte63,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour (booked through Viator) on our first day in Sydney. I remember when the Opera House opened and I remember a little bit of the controversy, but it was great to get the history and background of this iconic building. During our tour we were able to enter some of the performance spaces. Prior to our arrival (by at least 9 months) we started to look for performances to attend, but had no luck. Our tour guide mentioned that the ballet "Sleeping Beauty" was being put on by the Australian Ballet and some tickets might be available. I think we may have gotten the last two! It is one thing to tour and another to actually attend--unforgettable. My first ballet ever: great music, dancing, sets, and costumes. So, even if you don't see something on the website, check it out and see what might be available.
WONDERFULL EXPERIANCE
Z1208UOrobertl,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Peter, was very helpful and experienced plus provided personal knowledge of the Opera House. He had been associated with one of the architects. Highly recommend this experience.
It was short and sweet...
Dalane I,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was short and sweet but very informative. Our guide was excellent. We got to go into the various theatres and see the outside tiles up close. Great place for some wonderful pictures.
Opera House
joaquimsnt,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Opera house is a nice place to visit. The construction is amazing and different. I do recommend the tour. Guide was good giving us a lot of information.
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