Taste of the House
Last Sunday of the month
Stage Door | Tour
From Opera Bar to Bennelong, wine and dine your way around Sydney Opera House. With your own personal guide, you’ll tour our incredible venues, experience backstage spaces and even the boardroom balcony with Taste of the House.
This tour departs from Stage Door.
| Date | Time |
| Sunday 23 February 2025 | 10.45am |
| Sunday 30 March 2025 | 10.45am |
| Sunday 27 April 2025 | 10.45am |
| Sunday 18 May 2025 | 10.45am |
| Sunday 29 June 2025 | 10.45am |
| Sunday 27 July 2025 | 10.45am |
| Ticket | Price |
| Standard | $395 per person |
Please note this is an over 18s experience. It is at the discretion of the restaurant or bar to check identification at any point during the experience.
Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options are available upon booking.
Additional drinks may be purchased throughout the experience.
Tour in English
This tour operates in English only, however we welcome all visitors to experience the universal language of food on this wonderful experience.
Run time
Running time approximately 5 hours.
A dedicated guide will meet guests at Stage Door at 10.45am, and will host the group from Opera Bar, House Canteen, Midden and behind the scenes on the Boardroom balcony, through to finishing at Bennelong Restaurant at approximately 3.30pm.
Please note
Menu items at each venue are subject to change depending on seasonality and availability. Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options are available.
Useful information:
Embrace your inner bartender at Opera Bar
Escorted by your own personal Sydney Opera House guide from Stage Door, start your journey with a cocktail-making class hosted by one of Opera Bar's master mixologists. Learn to craft a House favourite, the Sydney Sling. The DIY fun doesn't stop there with make your own ceviche up next, before taking the time to enjoy your creations.
Get hands on at House Canteen
Make your way to Sydney's all-day, canteen inspired dining venue for dumplings and wine. Then learn something new and enjoy an open air chef-led class on how to master hand-rolled sushi. The best part? You get to eat it afterwards.
Settle in for a leisurely lunch at Midden by Mark Olive
Midden by Mark Olive, our newest venue with an Indigenous Australian inspired menu, will dish up a native rubbed kangaroo fillet with a range of sides, paired with matching wine. We can't think of a better spot for lunch with some of the Sydney's best harbourside views.
Come behind the scenes between courses
Entering through Stage Door, you will be led through backstage spaces and onto the Boardroom balcony, where you will be served macaroons and Sgroppino, a citrus sorbet palate cleanser with Archie Rose gin and Prosecco as you enjoy the uninterrupted views of Sydney Harbour.
Indulge in dessert Bennelong
Last stop is at Bennelong Restaurant for a signature dessert by Executive Chef Peter Gilmore. Indulge in the show-stopping pavlova, inspired by the Opera House sails. This delicious dessert is paired with the Ain't It Fun cocktail of strawberry & coconut infused Ketel One vodka, passionfruit, vanilla and mandarin essence.
Fancy a last drink? You’re welcome to purchase as you go.
Plan your visit
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.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, this is a limited tour and must be booked in advance. We will not be able to take bookings on the day.
Please contact our Tourism Reservations team on 02 8188 3734 as soon as possible to advise if you can no longer attend. If you can no longer attend because you are unwell, or have been in contact with someone displaying COVID-19 symptoms, the Opera House has introduced flexible ticketing options to help you.
Children under the age of 18 are not able to take part in this experience.
Yes, there are vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available. Please select upon booking.
Yes, though the maximum capacity per tour is 12 people. For capacity reasons the booking must be made by calling 02 8188 3734. Our Reservations team will assist with your reservation.
Absolutely! You will meet new people and make friends along the way.
You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a 6 minute walk to the Opera House. If you’re getting dropped off in a car, head to the roundabout at the bottom of Macquarie Street where staff will direct you to a safe place to pull over.
The tour meeting point is at Stage Door which is located beneath the Monumental Steps.
If you are going to be late for your tour please call our Tourism Reservations team on 02 8188 3734 for assistance.
So long as you’re wearing shoes and a shirt, whatever you like. We’re pretty informal here at the Opera House. There’s no real dress code for tours, so you’ll fit right in with casual attire.
Yes it is! The tour is accessible for all with ramps and lifts along the way.
Visiting the Opera House
Eat & drink
Sydney’s finest foods, drinks and the best views in town. Our restaurants and bars range from fine dining to the most scenic places to relax.
Getting here
How to get to the Opera House - and finding your way around our amenities, venues and precinct once you’re here.
Experiences
Things to do and see when visiting the House.
