Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW, Australia
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•The Sydney Opera House sits on Bennelong Point, a promontory on the south side of Sydney Harbour. It was named for Bennelong, one of two Aboriginal leaders who served as liaisons between the first British settlers and the local communities in Australia.
Designed by Jorn Utzon and completed by a team led by Australian architect Peter Hall, the Sydney Opera House is an architectural masterpiece. Its iconic roof, shaped to resemble billowing sails, is one of the most recognisable structures in the world.
The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia's most famous landmarks and is its number-one tourist spot. It is also a multipurpose performing arts venue that hosts music concerts, ballet performances, and opera that draw crowds from all over New South Wales and the rest of the country. The 2,679-seat Concert Hall is Sydney's largest venue that regularly hosts symphony concerts and popular music shows. There are three theatres in the complex, all of which can host performances that range from small musicals to large stage productions. The Forecourt is the main outdoor performance area of the Opera House complex. There is also a recording studio and several restaurants within the premises, as well as guided tours where you will hear many fascinating stories about the history of the Opera House and Bennelong Point.
Sydney Opera House was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2007. It's a spectacular venue and one of the most innovative buildings in the world. It's perfect for events of any scale — from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Our team of event planning experts will work with you to plan an unforgettable event at the Sydney Opera House, as well as make the whole process easy on you. Whether you're hosting a conference, gala dinner, wedding reception or cocktail party we can help you turn your vision into reality.
We were looking for head to the spot with Summer in Winter. After looking at the temperatures in December ended up landing at Sydney airport. Took rest after a long flight from the Netherlands to Sydney via China. First we plan was to visit Sydney Opera house and its amazing. Due to heatwave it wasnt much crowded. Overall, a great location to visit.
I’d like to appreciate not only the marvelous architecture—but let’s not forget the lighting engineers as well! 🤯 I was lucky enough to see her in all her glory during the day, but under the stars… oh, does she sing and shine so bright! Truly a spectacular display and an absolute must-see.
The Sydney Opera House is breathtaking — both inside and out. The architecture is iconic and even more impressive up close, especially with the harbour views. Tours are well organized and give fascinating insights into its history and design. Attending a performance here is unforgettable: the acoustics and atmosphere are world-class. Even if you don’t go inside, walking around the building and enjoying the views is a must. A true symbol of Sydney and Australia.
Iconic, vibrant, unforgettable – Sydney Opera House during Vivid I had the chance to visit the Sydney Opera House during the Vivid Light Festival in 2017, and it was nothing short of magical. Seeing this architectural icon illuminated with ever-shifting colours and stunning projections added an entirely new dimension to its already impressive presence. The atmosphere was electric, yet somehow intimate – the blend of light, music, and harbour views made for a truly unique experience. Whether you're into architecture, art, or simply want to feel the pulse of the city, this is the place to be. Highly recommended – especially during Vivid. It’s Sydney at its most inspired.
Amazing tour. highly recommended. You will get to hear history, architecture and how it was built. You will be also offered substantial discount at the end of the tour for the shows at the Sidney Opera House. We chose to see “Toy Story in Concert”. It was a memorable show. The movie played on the a giant screen and the vocal audio track was from the movie AND the back score and songs were actually played live! The performance of the musicians was impressive.
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