Sydney Opera House Backstage Guided Tour with Breakfast
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Uncover the mysteries of the backstage world. Meet your guide at Stage Door before you take a journey behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House.
Discover spaces and places normally hidden from the public, as you explore unseen backstage areas where performers like Julie Andrews, Bob Dylan and Prince have all gone before. In your intimate group, follow your tour guide and get ready to see first-hand what the Sydney Opera House stage crew and performers get up to side-of stage, including a trip to the orchestra pit and private dressing rooms. Complete the experience with a delicious breakfast in the Green Room - the exclusive domain of our crew and performers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age to participate is 10 years old
Please note: There are over 300 stairs on this tour, a moderate level of physical fitness is required to participate on the tour
Due to safety requirements - fully covered enclosed rubber soled shoes must be worn for the duration of the tour
Please meet your tour guide at the Sydney Opera House Stage Door at 6:45am - your tour will commence at 7:00am sharply. If you arrive late to the tour, your tour will be forfeited and a refund will not be available.
Venue access is subject to availability at the time of your tour and can change up until tour departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sydney Opera House
Arrive at Stage Door for this backstage experience, and join an intimate tour group to begin your exploration. Experience first-hand what it’s like to walk through Stage Door where thousands of actors, performers and famous names have walked before. Get ready to explore places usually off limits to the general public to find out how the magic of theatre happens. Relish the opportunity to get a glimpse into the demanding, passionate, dramatic (and sometimes scandalous) world of our performers – as our guides recount the stories and insider secrets of what really happens behind the curtain. From pulleys to props, sequins to sound-checks, we take you through nooks and crannies not known to the public. Discover what makes the Sydney Opera House both a world-renown icon and a world-class performance venue. Complete the experience with a delicious breakfast in the Green Room - the exclusive domain of our crew and performers.
What‘s Included
Barista Coffee or Tea, Juice, Choice of granola, tapioca pudding, croissant on arrival, followed by choice of Smashed avo on toast, Healthy Breakfast, or eggs and bacon
Behind the scenes tour - with a professional guide
Tour Departure from Stage Door for behind the scenes access
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.
Options
Backstage Guided Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Breakfast: Light breakfast including tea/coffee
Reviews
329 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent behind the...
Jeff F,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent behind the scenes look of the Opera House! Great to see the people actually setting up props and getting ready for performances. Breakfast at the end is a nice touch.
Don't miss this
Cheryl B,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the opera house history and the workings backstage. We toured each of the theaters while the guide explained how it all works. There are multiple stairs to climb and lots of walking. Our guide was most excellent! Lots of energy and extremely knowledgeable. She was so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was simple and adequate.
Fantastic Opera House tour
David M,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, great enthusiasm. So much to see and experience in an iconic building.
Exceeded our expectations
Connector804461,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour exceeded our expectations! Definitely worth the early morning start - there were no crowds so we were able to take some nice photos before the tour. Our guide was very informative and we learned a lot about the opera house and how things work behind the scenes. Really makes you appreciate all that goes into preparing for a show. The breakfast was delicious too!
Tremendous
Billy W,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It would have been nice to see more of the stages, but overall it was an excellent insight to the inner workings of the SOH. Our tour guide was tremendous.
Good tour guide Steve. ...
Gary S,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Good tour guide Steve. Very informative and interesting. Well worth the visit. Would recommend to others.
Theatre-Lover's Dream Tour!
KristinAnnZ,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was an absolute delight, and Suanne was a fantastic tour guide! We got to go in the orchestra pit and on the stage of the Joan Sutherland Theatre, have breakfast in the green room, and see several other backstage areas. It was a theatre-lover's dream! Important to note, the description on TripAdvisor is not exactly correct, as there is no light breakfast/coffee served upon arrival, just the full sit-down breakfast at about 8:45am. So plan your morning accordingly! Wonderful tour and can't recommend it enough!!
Very good behind the...
Kam B,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good behind the scenes tour! Props, costumes, orchestra pits - all 6 stages. history of the opera house was interesting Great knowledgeable guide (Bruce)
Enjoyed the tour, value ???
janethV5475FA,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tour guide excellent, passionate and truly proud of amazing venue. Tour started late (15 minutes), and was finished (including breakfast) in less than 3 hours Breakfast disappointing
Perfect way to experience the iconic Opera House
Lee K,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic! The perfect way to experience this iconic building - from its very soul, backstage and behind the scenes. Guide Michael did a superb job of keeping us safe, informed and entertained. DO THIS if you can fit it into your visit to one of the world’s greatest cities.
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