Vivid Dinner at the House
24 May – 7 June 2024
The Lounge | Experience
Experience the Opera House in a different light during Vivid Sydney. Step inside before the lights go on and the music starts on a tour that uncovers the legendary history and extraordinary secrets of the House. After the tour, you’ll enter one of the House’s hidden spaces to enjoy an exclusive three-course dining experience, with a light projection in a stunning architectural setting.
Vivid Tour and Taste the House runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 24 May - 7 June 2024.
| Date | Time |
| Friday 24 May 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Saturday 25 May 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Thursday 30 May 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Friday 31 May 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Saturday 1 June 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Thursday 6 June 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Friday 7 June 2024 | 4.15pm |
| Ticket | Price |
| Standard | $290 |
Your ticket includes a meet & greet on arrival by our Welcome team, special late afternoon tour of the Opera House, including a welcome drink on arrival, followed by a three-course dinner with two paired wines, beer or non-alcoholic options.
$8.95 booking fee applies per transaction
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
The only authorised ticket agency for this event is Sydney Opera House. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.
Cancellation Policy
No cancellation charges will apply if cancelled at least 30 days before the event date, provided notice is given by 17:00 (local time). Cancellations made after this time will incur the total price of the package.
Package Date Rescheduling
Requests to change the package date must be made at least 14 days in advance and are subject to availability.
For further assistance, please contact our Reservation team at 02 9250 7250 or email us at tourismbookings@sydneyoperahouse.com.
Run time
The duration of this experience is 3.5 hours.
This includes a 1-hour Opera House tour followed by a three-course sit down dinner.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Age
This experience is for 18+ only.
Location
Guests to meet at The Lounge, located in the Main Box Office Foyer on level 1 of the Opera House. Please enter via under the Monumental Steps.
This is a set menu. A vegetarian set menu is also available. Please select standard or vegetarian menu at time of booking.
Please email any dietary requirements to tourismbookings@sydneyoperahouse.com once you have booked the experience. Unfortunately, dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated on the evening.
STANDARD MENU
Canapé on arrival
Gin infused rockmelon, green ants and celery salt
Entrée
Lemon Myrtle & Pepperberry Cured Salmon with lemon myrtle and gin cucumber, lemon aspen gel, lemon myrtle pearls (GF, DF)
Main
Braised Wallaby Shank with native infused tomatoes, sweet potato rosti (DF)
Sides
Steamed broccolini, Warrigal greens, seared lemon cheek, lemon myrtle oil (GFO, DF)
Damper infused with native herbs, eucalyptus whipped butter (V)
Dessert
Ocean Pearl Meringue with lemon myrtle cheesecake, native lime caviar, caramelised pineapple, white chocolate sphere, burnt butter crumb (V)
VEGETARIAN MENU
Canapés on arrival
Lemon myrtle mushroom, beetroot, plant-based feta and toasted macadamia (VN, GF)
Entrée
Baked Bush Bell Pepper
Legumes, wild herbs, rice, saltbush, chilli, macadamia crumb (VN, GF, N)
Main
Potato gnocchi with NSW pine mushrooms, sweet potato, Warrigal greens and macadamia pesto, basil (VNO, GFO, N, V)
Sides
Steamed broccolini, Warrigal greens, seared lemon cheek, lemon myrtle oil (GFO, DF)
Damper infused with Native herbs, eucalyptus whipped butter *V
Dessert
Coconut rice pudding brûlée with cinnamon myrtle, autumn fruits, muntries, native currants, bush nuts (VN, GF, N)
PAIRED DRINKS
On arrival
Cocktail: Davidson plum Margarita on arrival OR
Non-alcoholic option: Ooray Delight - Davidson plum syrup, orange juice, lime juice, soda
Entrée
Tumblong Hills Table of Plenty Fiano - Gundagai NSW, Wiradjuri Land
Main
2021 Lorimer Shiraz - Riverina NSW, Wiradjuri Land OR
Lord Nelson ‘Three Sheets Pale Ale’
Dessert
Indigiearth mulled spiced tea
*Please note menu items are subject to change depending on seasonality and availability.
Dinner is a set menu of either a standard or vegetarian meal. Please select either a standard or vegetarian menu at time of booking.
Please email any dietary requirements to tourismbookings@sydneyoperahouse.com once you have booked the experience. Unfortunately, dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated on the evening.
If you can no longer attend, please get in touch with our Reservation team on 02 9250 7250 or tourismbookings@sydneyoperahouse.com
Embrace the night
Prepare for a night of lights and excitement at the Opera House as you step inside the architectural wonder on a one-hour tour. Discover the legendary history and experience the life, energy and buzz of Australia’s favourite building.
Following the tour, be treated to an intimate dining experience at a shared table for 20 people in one of the Opera House’s best-kept secrets - a hidden space illuminated with captivating light projections. Indulge in a delicious First Nations inspired three-course dinner by Midden by Mark Olive, complemented by the finest NSW wines or craft beer. Soak in the magical atmosphere before venturing into Vivid Sydney to view the lights at your own leisure or continue the night at the Opera House with a Vivid LIVE performance.
Other information
Getting here
The Sydney Opera House Car Park, operated by Wilson Parking, is open and available to use. Wilson Parking offer discounted parking if you book ahead. Please see the Wilson Parking website for details.
Please check the Transport NSW website for the latest advice and information on travel. You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a six minute walk to the Opera House.
Covid-safe information
The health and wellbeing of everyone attending the Opera House is our top priority. We’re committed to making your experience safe, comfortable and enjoyable, with a number of measures in place including regular cleaning of high-touch areas, air conditioning systems that maximise ventilation, and hand sanitiser stations positioned in all paths of travel. We remind our visitors to please stay home if you feel unwell. If you need to discuss your ticketing or booking options, contact our Tourism Reservations team on 02 8188 3734.
The health and wellbeing of everyone attending the Opera House is our top priority. We have a number of safety measures in place including regular cleaning of high-touch areas, air conditioning systems that maximise ventilation, and hand sanitiser stations positioned in all paths of travel. While face masks are no longer required, we ask all our patrons and visitors to practise good hygiene.
The Sydney Opera House no longer requires patrons to show that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
If you need to discuss your ticketing options, please contact our Tourism Reservations team on 02 8188 3734.
Frequently asked questions
The experience meeting point is at the The Lounge located on the Lower Concourse of the Opera House.
It’s a great idea to arrive early, grab a drink and soak up the view. Please arrive 15 minutes before your experience to allow sufficient time to cloak any large bags.
This should allow enough time for the mandatory visual inspections and/or cloaking of bags and personal belongings by Opera House staff before starting your tour.
Where possible, please leave bags at home. If you bring a bag, those larger than A4 size will need to be cloaked before you can go on the tour. We're unable to store suitcases or large bags as we have limited cloaking facilities.
If you are going to be late for your experience please call our Reservations team on 02 8188 3734 for assistance.
Where possible, please do not bring bags to the Sydney Opera House. Bags larger than A4 size will need to be cloaked before you can go on the tour. However we can’t store suitcases or large bags as our cloaking facilities are extremely limited.
Cameras are allowed on the tour and there are plenty of photo opportunities throughout the entire tour. Your tour guide will advise you whilst on tour if photographs are not to be taken inside any venues. Please note there is no video filming on the tour.
Mobile phones are permitted on the tour however please ensure they are switched off or on silent for the duration of the tour.
You will have the opportunity to visit some of the Opera House’s many venues and theatres on this tour.
Please note that as we are a busy performing arts centre, venues and theatres are subject to availability at the time of your tour.
You can make a booking for up to 11 people though our maximum capacity per experience is 20 people. For capacity reasons the booking must be made by calling 02 8188 3734. Our Reservations team will assist with your reservation.
Yes, this is a limited capacity experience and you will need to book in advance online or via the phone where you’ll receive an eTicket. Please bring this with you and present it upon arrival.
Dinner is a set menu of either a standard or vegetarian meal.
Please email any dietary requirements to tourismbookings@sydneyoperahouse.com once you have booked the experience. Unfortunately, dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated on the evening.