11 Live Music Experiences in Australia Worth Booking

1.Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,312 reviews · 1 hour · from $33Our pick

Walk beneath Sydney Opera House’s famous sails, enter its foyers and theaters, and hear the dramatic story behind Jørn Utzon’s design. Guides such as Peter, Laura, Immy, and Daryl bring the building to life with clear stories, humor, and practical detail. Rehearsals may be taking place, adding a welcome glimpse of the venue at work.

“The knowledge from tour guide Laura was excellent, would recommend as a magnificent building to visit.”

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2.Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,770 reviews · from $34

Spend one hour inside the Sydney Opera House with a guide such as Sheila, Laura, or Peter, whose architectural background adds useful context. See two performance spaces, walk elegant foyers, inspect the shell tiles, and learn how the building came together. Expect about 300 stairs, a 35-person maximum, and optional dining afterward.

“This is a must! Such a wonderful tour with fascinating information on the history of the Opera House to present day.”

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3.Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 869 reviews · 2 hours · from $126Top rated

Meet at Milson Park Boatramp in Kirribilli for a two-hour guided sunrise paddle. Your guide fits your kayak, leads you past the Opera House and under the Harbour Bridge, and takes photos and video along the way. Finish with a $20 breakfast credit at Flying Bear Cafe. English and Hungarian tours are available.

“It was a lovely experience and amazing to get to see Sydney harbour at sunrise. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. They were giving out little tips if you needed it which was so helpful. We had the best time!”

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4.Great Opera Hits Ticket at the Sydney Opera House

Spend an evening at the Sydney Opera House with Opera Australia singers performing famous arias by Puccini, Verdi, Bizet, Rossini, and others, accompanied by piano. Choose your preferred night and arrive at the Joan Sutherland Theatre for a concert-style introduction to opera, with no formal dress code and easy access from Circular Quay.

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5.1-Hour Opera House Tour with Meal and Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 546 reviews · 2 hours · from $62

Spend one hour touring the Sydney Opera House with an English, German, French, or Spanish guide, then use your meal voucher at Midden by Mark Olive, House Canteen, or Opera Bar. Expect theatre access, harbour views, a limited menu, and about 300 stairs.

“Great tour. Imy was great and very knowledgeable. Got a great history of the building and to see the amazing spaces. I had a meal included the girl at the information point that gave me my ticket suggests Midden. I went there and had a lovely meal, would highly recommend.”

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6.Sydney Opera House Tour & Dine Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 404 reviews · from $63

Explore the Sydney Opera House on a one-hour guided tour with headset audio, theater access, stagecraft stories, and about 300 stairs. Then use your included main meal and beverage at Opera Bar, House Canteen, or Midden by Mark Olive. Choose English, German, French, Spanish, or Mandarin when booking.

“This is a great experience to learn on the insight of the architecture and history of the building of the Opera House. We took advantage of the lunch afterwards, and there was a great variety and including a drink of which was gratefully accepted since the day was warm, but inside the Opera house and Cafe wasn't. Great Tour would thoroughly recommend”

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7.Sydney Opera House Backstage Guided Tour with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · from $142

Meet at the Stage Door at 6:45 am for a three-hour tour with a guide such as Bella, Bruce, Steve, or Michael. Explore stages, dressing rooms, props, costume areas, orchestra pits, and work spaces, then finish with coffee, juice, and a cooked breakfast in the Green Room.

“Bella was very informative. It was great to see backstage and to learn more about the sets, costumes, performers and working crews”

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8.Opera at the Sydney Opera House Show Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · from $49

Choose a seasonal Opera Australia performance at the Sydney Opera House, from classics such as La Traviata and Madama Butterfly to musicals and modern works. Select from four seating levels, attend a matinee or evening show, and read English surtitles above the stage. Food, drinks, transport, and hotel pickup are not included.

“Excellent venue and experience. It was easy to obtain our pre-purchased tickets on the day of the event (morning). Performance was excellent and staff very helpful.”

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9.Sydney Harbour: 3-Hour Lunch Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 221 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Spend three relaxed hours aboard a Vagabond Cruises pleasure boat, leaving King Street Wharf 9 for a seafood and carvery buffet, live piano and vocal music, and wide views of Sydney Harbour. Indoor and outdoor decks give you viewing choices, while the licensed bar sells drinks separately. The cruise is wheelchair accessible.

“Only for the table mixup it was a great day for us.”

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10.Opera Performance Tickets at the Sydney Opera House

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 202 reviews · from $130

Book a $130 ticket with Opera Australia for an opera in the Joan Sutherland Theatre. Choose from *Carmen*, *Rusalka*, *The Marriage of Figaro*, and *La Bohème* on selected July to September 2025 dates. Performances last two to three hours, include an interval, and use English surtitles.

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11.Sydney Shore Excursion: Sydney Opera House Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 160 reviews · from $34

Spend one hour inside the Sydney Opera House with a guide such as Sheila, Esteban, Judy, or Steve. See elegant foyers, performance spaces, custom chairs, vaulted ceilings, and areas usually closed to the public. Headsets help you hear every word, and an optional meal is available at Opera Bar or House Canteen.

“Great tour! We were shown around several of the areas of the Opera house and even so the Sydney symphony Orchestra in practice!”

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