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.
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.
Options
English Guided Tour
English Fluency Required: 1 Hour Guided Tour with a English Speaking Tour Guide
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 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
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.
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)
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
English Guided Tour
English Guided Tour from April: 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)
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4,089 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour to learn about the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Jeff H,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Peter was very knowledgeable and had great insight into the Sydney Opera House.
Waste of time
David D,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Not an interesting tour. You can't take pictures inside. The tour guide focused too much on trying to crack jokes..(pilates, balding, being short, being crushed by the weight of the tons of cement above us etc) The most informational was the video you see right at the beginning. Would not recommend.
Enjoyed learning about...
Donna M,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed learning about the background of the Opera house. Had the opportunity to see the symphony practicing!
Very illuminating...
Susan C,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very illuminating tour....very knowledgeable group leader. Noting more to add.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
No pics and No concert Hall
Juston M,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The opera house is beautiful. The tour guide was kind and knowledgeable. You can’t take any pics of the stages or the theaters. Also the concert hall was closed so unable to view.
Nice informative tour inside the Sydney Opera House
CatArmy15,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative and lovely tour with a sweet guide. If you’re interested in learning more about the history, design, and technical aspects of the Sydney Opera House, I would definitely recommend this tour. It was very cool to see the inside of both the concert hall and opera house, as well as seeing the Harbour from inside the house. The group was not extremely large, around 20 people.
Spectacular inside look & historical perspective
Daz A,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Sydney Opera House is such a monumental building that I had to get an inside look and hear it's unique story. The guide, Tim, was entertaining and informative and the guided tour ended with a peek at the orchestra during practice, which was breathtaking. The history of the opera house is as intriguing as its structures. GREAT ACTIVITY.
Great tour. Guide was...
Patrick J,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Guide was very informative whilst showing us around. Would recommend to anyone that has a love of the arts.
Amazing history of the...
Cindy C,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing history of the Opera House with historical talk and great sharing by the guide. Overall a great experience.
Great kick off to time in Sydney!
Luke R,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peter was the best! We had such a great experience on this tour! Good history of the opera house and the area for people with no knowledge of the subject.
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