Sydney Opera House
10 expert reviews
“If possible, grab tickets to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, Sydney Symphony Orchestra or The Australian Ballet.”
– Afar Magazine
"Sydney's most famous landmark (listed as a World Heritage site in 2007) had such a long and troubled construction phase that it's almost a miracle that the building was ever completed." Full review
"A cutting-edge array of musical and dance performances are on view at the six indoor theaters."
Top Choice
"Overcome with admiration for the Sydney Opera House, notable architect Louis Kahn said, ‘The sun did not know how beautiful its light was until it was reflected off this building.’." Full review
"The Sydney Opera House and its signature silhouette symbolizes modern Australia." Full review
3 Stars
"After a difficult start it became the emblematic monument for an entire country, and a cultural mecca." Full review
"Don’t let the name fool you—there’s a lot more than just arias going on under the swooping, cantilevered roofs of Australia’s most famous architectural landmark." Full review
"Perched at the very end of Bennelong Point is Australia’s most recognizable building and she won’t disappoint you." Full review
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Whenever I come to see a show, I make sure to arrive early, get some dumplings and rice paper rolls from Miss Chu, a chilled glass of Riesling from the Opera Bar, and perch myself along the harbour’s edge, with The Bridge to my left and The House to my right.
"This stunning building is home to classical music, theater, dance, and opera performances as well as indoor and outdoor dining"
Sydney Travel Guide
August 6, 2021
"Only a handful of buildings around the world are as architecturally and culturally significant as the Sydney Opera House." Full review