The sails of the Sydney opera house.

Monumental Steps

The Monumental Steps lead from the Forecourt to the Podium Level below the Sydney Opera House sails. Badu Gili (Lighting of the Sails) is best viewed from the upper level (Podium).

Location and access

The Monumental Steps are best accessed from the Forecourt.

Location map

Badu Gili: wonder women art projects on the sails of Sydney opera house.

Upcoming events

Badu Gili: Healing Spirit

2 Jan – 12 Dec 2025

  • Experiences
  • First Nations

Frances Barrett — Celia

10 & 11 Apr 2026

  • Contemporary Art
Detail of 'Celia' (2025) by Christopher Theofanous

Mel O’Callaghan — Live Echo

11 Apr 2026

  • Contemporary Art
Two large tuning forks stand on the floor.

Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.