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Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour

The Sydney Opera House, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the 20th century’s most iconic buildings, is known for its architectural ingenuity that broke new ground for design and engineering around the world.

Experience a new perspective of the Sydney Opera House with an expert guide on the Architectural Tour. Uncover the story behind its visionary design, from the mind of Danish architect Jørn Utzon in the mid-1950s, to the collaborative effort of visionaries, architects, engineers, builders, and artists. Delve into the controversy, obstacles and politics from the construction. Witness firsthand the ingenuity that pushed the boundaries and “changed the image of an entire country,” as US architect Frank Gehry said.

On this limited-availability tour, you will explore through some of the Opera House’s many venues and theatres. Please note that as the Sydney Opera House is a live performing arts center, venues and theatres are subject to availability at the time of your tour.

This tour is exclusively hosted on Saturdays.

Location:

Sydney

Length:

Less than Four Hours

Great For:

Cosmopolitan, Guided and Group