Go behind the scenes at the World Heritage listed Sydney Opera House, one of the world's "must-see" attractions. On your one-hour guided walking tour of the Sydney Opera House, you'll see what goes on behind the world's most recognizable sails. You'll hear the controversial story of the building's construction, as dramatic as any opera plot and brought alive by the tour's new interactive audio-visual presentation.
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Likely to sell-out! The Sydney Opera House Guided Tour regularly sells out weeks in advance, so book now to avoid disappointment.
The Sydney Opera House was destined for greatness ever since it opened in 1973, and today it is one of Australia's most recognizable icons. Your guide will bring to life the amazing stories behind this miracle of architecture and engineering on your one-hour tour. You'll visit one of the major concert halls in the opera house, where over 1,500 performances are staged each year, and immerse yourself in the dramatic world of Australia's premier performing arts center. The short one-hour tour leaves you with plenty of time in the day free to enjoy in Sydney.
Schedule details
Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour
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Departure Point:
Meet at the Cloak Room Desk located on the Lower Concourse level.
Departure Time:
- Every half hour between 9am and 5pm, daily. (New Years Eve concludes at 12pm. New Years Day tours commences at 11am.)
Return Details:
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Tour options:
Sydney Opera House Walking Tour with English-speaking guide. Departs every half hour, daily
Conducted in English
Sydney Opera House Walking tour suitable for those with limited mobility. Departs daily at 12noon.
Conducted in English
Additional information
Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour
Inclusions:
- Local guide
- Walking tour of the Sydney Opera House
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions:
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- There are over 200 stairs included in this tour. For those with limited mobility, there is a tour departing daily at 12noon for those who are unable to manage stairs
- Departure times cannot be pre-booked
- Tours depart every 30 minutes
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