Sydney Opera House Tour & Dine Experience
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Make the most of a day out at Sydney Opera House by experiencing a 1-hour guided tour followed by a show-stopping meal overlooking the Harbour at either Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar.
The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic buildings in the world and this is your chance to experience beneath the magnificent sails and explore the vibrant performance spaces and extraordinary stories that exist.
After the tour, take in some best views of Sydney Harbour while you enjoy lunch from a special Tour and Dine menu.
When you check in for your tour at the Welcome Centre, on the lower concourse, you will receive a ticket stub. Please redeem this ticket at your choice of venue, either Opera Bar or House Canteen, between 11.30am - 6pm or Midden by Mark Olive, between 11.30am-2.30pm for lunch, or 5.00pm-6.00pm for dinner and receive a main meal from a selection, and choice of beverage (wine, beer, soft). Infant tickets do not include a meal or drink.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
For dining at Opera Bar or House Canteen, the Tour & Dine menu is available from 11:30am - 6.00pm on the day of your tour booking.
For dining at Midden by Mark Olive, the Tour & Dine menu is available from 11:30am - 2:30pm, and 5:00-6:00pm on the day of your tour booking.
Check in for your tour 15 minutes prior to tour departure at the Welcome Centre located on the lower concourse level. You will receive a ticket to redeem the main meal and beverage at Opera Bar or House Canteen after your tour.
The booking time refers to the tour departure time. If you are more than 5 minutes late from the start time of your tour, your tour will be forfeited
Child's Menu available for Children aged 5-15
Language Tour Options: German, French, Spanish and Mandarin Tour & Dine options are operated in language, not in English.
Infants need to be booked on tour, but food & drink not included in ticket pricing.
Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour and can change up until tour departure time.
This product is available in different languages, please choose correct language at time of booking.
The 1 hour tour includes 300 stairs/low impact
Midden by Mark Olive Tour & Dine available from 1st April 2025.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sydney Opera House
The Tour & Dine bundles the Sydney Opera House 1-hour tour with a meal at one of their harbourside restaurants - Opera Bar, House Canteen, or Midden by Mark Olive. The story of the Opera House rivals any dramatic opera for plot twists and jaw dropping cliff-hangers. Step inside and explore beyond the magnificent sails to hear the stories behind Danish architect Jørn Utzon’s remarkable design. On this one-hour guided tour you’ll discover the intricate workings of a living, breathing icon. After the tour enjoy a meal at one of our dining venues located besides the famous sails and with some of the best views in Sydney including your choice of main meal from a selection and a drink: wine, beer, or soft drink. Enjoy your main meal and drink at either; House Canteen or Opera Bar between 1130am - 6pm by redeeming your ticket stub at the bar, or Midden by Mark Olive between 1130am-230pm for lunch, or 5-6pm for dinner by presenting you ticket to the waitstaff before being seated.
What‘s Included
Guided Tour of Sydney Opera House
Available in select languages, please choose correct language at time of booking.
Depending on your tour time either enjoy lunch or an early dinner at Midden by Mark Olive, Opera Bar or House Canteen. Includes one main meal and a beverage from a selection.
Hotel drop-off
Hotel pickup
Food and Drink for Infants under 5
Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.
Options
German Tour + Meal & Drink
German Speakers Only: One hour tour with German-speaking guide, and 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 tour with French-speaking guide and main meal and beverage from a selection at either Opera Bar or House Canteen
English Tour + Meal & Drink
English Fluency Required: One hour tour with English-speaking guide, and a main meal and beverage from a selection at either Opera Bar or House Canteen
Mandarin Tour & Meal + Drink
Mandarin Speakers Only: One hour tour with a Mandarin-speaking guide, and a main meal and beverage from a selection
English Tour + Meal & Drink
English Tour & Dine Experience: Available from April 2026 onwards for the 1hr Tour & Dine experience in English.
Reviews
446 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great place!
tatyanam764,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There are places you visit once for a photograph. And there are places that quietly become part of your memory. For me, the Sydney Opera House belongs to the second category. No matter how many times I return to Sydney, I always find myself walking back here — sometimes early in the morning with fresh sea air and soft light over the harbour, sometimes at sunset when the sky turns gold and pink, and sometimes late at night when the white sails glow against the dark water. What makes this place special is not only the famous architecture. It is the atmosphere surrounding it. The Opera House has a certain charm that cannot really be captured in postcards. Ferries moving across the harbour, musicians performing nearby, people sitting by the water with coffee or wine, the sound of the wind coming from Circular Quay — everything creates a feeling that Sydney is alive and breathing around you. I especially love simply walking around the area without rushing anywhere. There are many beautiful places nearby to dine, relax, watch the harbour, or just sit quietly and enjoy the view. Even after many visits, the scenery never feels repetitive because the Opera House changes with the weather, the season, and the light. During the day it feels bright and energetic. At night it becomes elegant and almost cinematic. Some landmarks impress you once. The Sydney Opera House keeps calling you back.
A Sydney highlight
J R,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A must do experience when visiting the Sydney Opera House. When we were in Sydney in 2015 we weren't able to fit in the Sydney Opera House so we knew it was a must do this time. And with the chance to have lunch it was a no brainer. The Tour Booked the 12 noon slot. Very well organized. Easy to get your actual ticket. Large bags are not allowed. Our tour guide was excellent (unfortunately cant remember her name - she was from the England). She was informative, fun and kept our large group moving. The. Opera House itself is amazing. It may be so from the outside but inside just as impressive. So much to learn. We were taken into two of the theatres. If people are on stage you can't take photos. Lunch When we booked it stated that you could choose from three venues. In fact in our case there were two. Midden and the cafe. The main thing about lunch is that there is a fixed menu. We were planning on eating at Midden however their menu did not appeal to us so we ended up the cafe and it was excellent. I had the BBQ lemon grass pork chop and my husband the burger. All washed down with a rather nice beer. By the way if I remember correctly you don't have to have lunch at the time of the tour you can take it up to 5 pm I think so you could make it an early dinner. Whenever you go it will be busy. This experience can also be booked direct through the Opera House website and it may be cheaper. We tend to use Viator for ease.
Wonderful tour!
April S,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the Sydney Opera House. He was engaging and kept the tour moving without feeling rushed. The dine portion of the experience was limited menu in the choice of 2 restaurants. The food was excellent quality.
Sydney Opera House
William B,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Visitors need to beware this tour involves climbing numerous steps. It did not appear they had alternative option for anyone needing a lift. Maybe since no one on our tour requested one. Very informative and enlightening.
Sydney Opera House tour
Getaway601414,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful guide and very worthwhile to see the inside of the opera house and learn its history. If you dine closer to dinner time, get a table first, then order food as tables can be hard to find or eat earlier.
Good tour but would forego the dine in
Salina K,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour was good and learn a lot on the Opera House building. However the dine experience was not as good. It was very confusing as no one tells you what to go. You have to find your own table and order at the bar. It was so crowded that it was difficult to find an open table.
Hoped for more.
Max W,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was very good and enthusiastic. She kept us moving and well informed. The included meal was small and underwhelming.
Great tour of the beautiful opera house
Janet H,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide Daryl was very good. Interesting architecture. Meal included was great and enjoyed seeing the inside. My second time.
Informative and engaging
Pauline H,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Delightful guide. Knowledgeable and informative. Tour is actually 1 hour, and allow for one hour lunch.
Superb
REKHA B,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Informative session, was felt well informed before attending the opera show later that day. Lot of history and how the development issues were tackled.
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