SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

Take an in-depth tour of the Sydney Opera House with a friendly guide. Learn of its history and enjoy behind-the-scenes glimpses of the performance halls!

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Bask in the magnificence of Australia’s defining architectural marvel of the 20th century. Considered a UNESCO world heritage site and Australia’s proudest achievement, the Sydney Opera House shows up consistently in pop culture. The opera house was inspired by modern expressionist design and is characterized by the precast ‘shells’, which are sections of a 75.2-meter sphere, that make up the roof of the massive structure. Step into history Learn about the motivation, original design by Jørn Utzon, and consequent rise to popularity as one of the top destinations for artistic expression. Your expert guide will take you around all the important parts of the Opera House while explaining its significance in Australian culture and history. As the tour will take less than an hour to complete, this is a great way to explore the Sydney Opera House and learn about it if you are short on time.

Embrace the splendor of the Sydney Opera House, an architectural wonder of the 20th century celebrated as Australia's greatest triumph. The UNESCO World Heritage site is inspired by modern expressionist design, and the iconic roof is composed of precast shells – each a segment of a 75.2-meter sphere. The journey begins with your expert guide introducing the motivation behind the architectural marvel. Following the chronological order of its conception, you'll learn about the original design by Jorn Utzon. Multilingual Tour Options Immerse yourself in the cultural significance of the opera house during this tour, offered in Spanish, German, or French, as per your preference. With an interactive guide at your side, the entire experience is expected to take just under an hour – ideal for those keen to absorb the essence of the Sydney Opera House in a condensed time frame.