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Sydney Opera House Backstage Guided Tour with Breakfast

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Sydney, Australia
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2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Breakfast Barista Coffee or Tea, Juice, and Choice of breakfast main. Sample menu includes: smashed avo on toast, bacon & egg toast, butter croissant, yoghurt bowl
  • Tour Departure from Stage Door for behind the scenes access
  • Behind the scenes tour - with a professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.
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Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

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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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney Opera House Backstage Guided Tour with Breakfast?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2482SOH2

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What's Included

Activity name

  • BreakfastBarista Coffee or Tea, Juice, and Choice of breakfast main. Sample menu includes: smashed avo on toast, bacon & egg toast, butter croissant, yoghurt bowl
  • Tour Departure from Stage Door for behind the scenes access
  • Behind the scenes tour - with a professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Visitors are unable to join the tour after the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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