
Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks
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4.7/5
Based on 89 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks worth booking?
Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks is a 3-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $220 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 89 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (89)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $220 per person
Feel like a star on the ultimate evening out and experience the best that Sydney has to offer. Make your way to The Lounge on the upper level near the Box Office, where you will be met by a friendly member of Sydney Op
What you get
About this experience
Feel like a star on the ultimate evening out and experience the best that Sydney has to offer. Make your way to The Lounge on the upper level near the Box Office, where you will be met by a friendly member of Sydney Opera House's Welcome Team, before heading off on an intimate, 1 hour tour of the Iconic Sydney Opera House with one of our English language tour guides. You will explore beneath the sails, venturing to theatres and foyer before they go live ahead of the night’s performances. After the tour our guide will escort you to the restaurant of your choice: Bennelong, the Sydney Opera House's signature restaurant, or Midden by Mark Olive for alfresco harbourside dining. You will indulge in a two-course dining experience paired with matching Australian wines, and soak up the atmosphere and views from one of Sydney’s best restaurants. Check out what shows and performances are on at Sydney Opera House to package together and have the ultimate night out!
What's included
Included
- Intimate 1 hour guided evening tour of the Sydney Opera House
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinner
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Sydney Opera House
Enjoy a VIP 1 hour guided tour of the Iconic Sydney Opera House House followed by a two course menu with paired wines. 4.15pm meet and greet at the Sydney Opera House. Make your way to The Lounge on the upper level near the Box Office. 4.30pm Depart on a 1 hour small group VIP Tour of the Sydney Opera House 5.30pm guide will escort you to your booking at Bennelong, or Portside restaurant. 5.30pm - 7.30pm: Enjoy your 2 course meal with 2 beverages
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point, Easy walk from Circular Quay Train Station, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Sydney Opera House · Bennelong Point, Easy walk from Circular Quay Train Station, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
Options you can book
Bennelong Restaurant
Dining will take place at Bennelong, Sydney Opera House's signature restaurant.
Midden Restaurant
Dining will take place at Midden by Mark Olive, the Sydney Opera Houses alfresco restaurant with sweeping harbour views.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sydney Opera House
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking - subject to availability. Please note: Adult pricing applies to all guests
- Dietary requirements will need to be confirmed at the time of the booking
- Please note the Sydney Opera House Guided tour contains over 200 steps over the duration of the tour - Low Impact. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Bennelong is the Sydney Opera House's signature restaurant. Enjoy either entree and main or main and dessert with paired wines.
- Midden by Mark Olive is known for alfresco harbourside dining under the Sails of the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy either entree and main or main and dessert with two beverages your choice of Australian wine, beer of soft drinks
- Meet a member of our Welcome Team at 415pm at The Lounge of the Upper Level, near the Box Office
- Your tour will depart at 430pm. After your tour our guide will drop you off at either Bennelong or Midden by Mark Olive, depending on your booking for dinner.
- Dinner booking is from 530pm - 730pm
- Some patrons like to dress up and make a special night of their Sydney Opera House experience, whilst others choose to dress casually for comfort. Please note for dinner bookings it is not necessary to wear a jacket and tie
- Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour and can change up until tour departure time.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 89 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
89 verified traveler reviews for Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing evening
We attended an evening at the Sydney Opera House for Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. We were guests of Viking Cruises & Emirates, Emirates are the Principal Partners. We received the VIP treatment, backstage tour, allowed on the Symphony stage, canapé, & drinks before & at intermission. Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony was conducted by Anja Bihlmaier. a wonderful experience.
Response from the operator: Dear Stockers104, Thank you for your kind review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your performance of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in the Concert Hall at the Sydney Opera House and your backstage tour. We hope you made some special memories and look forward to welcoming you back next time. Kind regards, Team SOH
via Tripadvisor
Take a tour that’s longer than an hour
The tour of the Opera House was, of course, amazing…so amazing in fact that I highly recommend you do a tour that is longer than 1 hour. As for the dinner at Midden, the view of the Bridge lights for Vivid Sydney was amazing. However, the menu choices were extremely limited. In addition, the outdoor overhead heaters were cranked up even though it was a very mild night. I asked to turn down the one over us, but they didn’t. I felt like I was literally being baked by the heat. It was dreadful.
via Viator
This was a great...
This was a great experience. We had a small group, which made it even better. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, and we got to explore a lot of the opera house and learn about its construction and history. The dinner was fantastic, with a great view. I would recommend this tour.
via Viator
Gotta see when in Australia!
Tour guide was very well educated on the history and was able to answer any questions that were asked. The highlight of my vacation was
via Viator
Private tour and dinner beautiful views
Private behind the scenes tour in a small group setting . It was wonderful to be able to see the theatre and catch a glimpse of the practice! The dinner was delicious it was very memorable experience!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $220 to $385
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks cost?
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Prices start at $220 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 89 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sydney Opera House VIP Experience: Guided Tour, Dinner & Drinks start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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