Sydney Opera House
Quick Facts
- Location
- Australia, Sydney
- Category
- Events & Shows
- Duration
- 1-hour tour (2.5 km walk, around 300 stairs); 30 minutes for the exterior
- Opening Hours
- {"note": "The exterior and forecourt can be walked at any time; official guided tours run daily 09:00-17:00 about every 30 minutes and must be booked by 17:00 the day before; no tours on 25 or 31 December; performances run to their own schedule"}
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Tour AU$50 booked ahead / AU$55 on the day · Child: AU$30 ahead / AU$35 on the day, ages 5-15; under 5 free · Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) AU$130 ahead / AU$145 on the day; viewing the exterior is free; Backstage Tour AU$199; performance tickets separate
- Address
- Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Coordinates
- -33.8568, 151.2153
Introduction
The Sydney Opera House is Australia's most iconic building, completed in 1973 and designed by Danish architect Jorn Utzon. Its clusters of white shell sail roofs stand by the sea and it was listed as a World Heritage site in 2007. More than a symbol of Sydney, it is a world-class performing arts centre with an opera theatre, concert hall and more, staging opera, concerts, drama and ballet year-round. Visitors can join an interior tour of the architecture and backstage, or enjoy a drink at the harbourside restaurants and bars, looking across the water to the Harbour Bridge, taking in the classic Sydney Harbour scene.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Tour AU$50 booked ahead / AU$55 on the day |
|---|---|
| Child | AU$30 ahead / AU$35 on the day, ages 5-15; under 5 free |
| Student | Concession AU$40 ahead / AU$45 on the day (Australian Seniors Card, pensioners, full-time students 16+) |
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) AU$130 ahead / AU$145 on the day; viewing the exterior is free; Backstage Tour AU$199; performance tickets separate
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Sydney Opera House?
{"note": "The exterior and forecourt can be walked at any time; official guided tours run daily 09:00-17:00 about every 30 minutes and must be booked by 17:00 the day before; no tours on 25 or 31 December; performances run to their own schedule"}
How much is the admission for Sydney Opera House?
Adult: Tour AU$50 booked ahead / AU$55 on the day; Child: AU$30 ahead / AU$35 on the day, ages 5-15; under 5 free; Student: Concession AU$40 ahead / AU$45 on the day (Australian Seniors Card, pensioners, full-time students 16+); Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) AU$130 ahead / AU$145 on the day; viewing the exterior is free; Backstage Tour AU$199; performance tickets separate
Any practical tips for visiting Sydney Opera House?
Mrs Macquarie's Chair is a classic spot to frame the Opera House and Bridge together. Light is best from dusk to night, so plan a late-afternoon visit.
How long should I spend at Sydney Opera House?
A typical visit takes 1-hour tour (2.5 km walk, around 300 stairs); 30 minutes for the exterior.
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