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15 Best Sydney Opera House Tours

The Opera House tours that get you under the sails: backstage corridors, concert halls between rehearsals and the story of a building that took fourteen years longer than planned. The guided walk is the only way past the foyer without a ticket to a show.

1.Sydney: Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket

Discover the Sydney Opera House with this 1-hour guided tour. Explore iconic theaters, learn its story, and see behind-the-scenes from $32.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Our guide Immy was fantastic, informative, jovial and engaging. The pace of the tour was suitable for all in our group and we got to see a rehearsal in progress. I highly recommend it.”

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2.Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Experience the Sydney Opera House with an engaging guided tour. Discover hidden spaces, architecture stories, and stunning views, all for around $32.

★ 4.5

“It was easy to pick up the actual tickets from the Opera house box office. The tour was absolutely mind blowing! How the architect designed was thoroughly explained and show cased. The main opera theatre is beach taking@”

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3.Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

Experience Sydney’s iconic sights from the water at sunrise on a guided kayak tour past the Opera House and under Harbour Bridge, including breakfast.

★ 5.0

“Instructors were very friendly and informative, giving facts about the area as we kayaked around. You could tell they enjoy what they do. We were given the opportunity to rest and have photos taken of us by the team which was great. Breakfast voucher included…”

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10.Sydney: Sydney Opera House VIP Backstage Tour and Breakfast

Discover the behind-the-scenes magic of the Sydney Opera House with this VIP backstage tour, including a delicious breakfast in the Green Room.

★ 4.8

“This is a wonderful tour. Truly one of the highlights of our time in Sydney. It is fascinating to see the backstage workings of the opera house. I highly recommend taking this tour.”

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12.Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views

Experience stunning Sydney Harbour at sunset on a guided kayak tour. Paddle past iconic sights like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge in 1.5 hours.

★ 4.7

“Fab was a great fun and pleasant tour guide! I would do the tour again. Fab was also great with beginners, it was my boyfriends first time on a kayak and Fab made us both feel safe and comfortable.”

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13.Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House

Experience 90 minutes of opera classics at the Sydney Opera House, performed by Australia's top singers in an iconic, UNESCO-listed venue.

★ 4.5

“Is was basically an introduction to Opera. Some song are very recognizable you hear them all over. Some are not. The performers enjoyed themselves and made it a fun experience. It wasn’t really my music but I can say I visited the Sydney Read more”

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14.Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour

Discover the Sydney Opera House’s secrets with this engaging Architectural Tour, led by knowledgeable guides. Perfect for architecture lovers and curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“The process of design and engineering to construction was explained and laid out very well in the tour. What an amazing structure. So worth the time.”

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15.Private Sydney Tour Including Sydney Opera House, Bondi and Manly

Discover Sydney’s highlights on this private full-day tour covering the Opera House, Bondi, Manly, and more. Personalized, expert guides make it a must for first-timers.

★ 5.0

“Great way to spent the last day of 2025! Chris was a skilled and safe driver with making adjustments needed due to road closures for the holiday. Lively conversations and delightful lunch setting”

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