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Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House for a fascinating look at this Sydney icon. Your knowledgeable guide leads you through the World Heritage–listed building on a walking tour, sharing entertaining stories about the revered performance center's history and providing access to off-limits parts of the house.

1 hour
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Sydney Opera House Tour & Meal + Drink at Opera Bar or House Canteen

Sydney Opera House Tour & Meal + Drink at Opera Bar or House Canteen

Enjoy a great day out in Sydney with this tour combining an hour long guided exploration of the Opera House, followed by a lunch or dinner and drink at House Canteen, with one of the most famous views in Australia. Learn all about the Opera House from your guide and watch a digital experience about the building, too. Choose the time you’d like to go, keeping in mind the restaurant serves meals from 11:30am-6pm.

2 hours
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Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

Located on the shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of fascinating animals, including Australian natives such as the koala, kangaroo, and platypus. Check the schedule for daily keeper presentations, or book an animal encounter or guided tour (own expense) for a more in-depth experience.

3 to 6 hours
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Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

Sport holds an important place in Australian culture and you can get an insight into this national obsession on this guided walking tour. Visit Sydney's home of sport where sporting heroes play cricket, rugby, soccer, and Australian rules football, run down the tunnel, admire trophies, and learn all about its colorful history.

1 hour 30 minutes
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Sydney Opera House Guided Backstage Tour

Sydney Opera House Guided Backstage Tour

Get an exclusive experience of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Sydney Opera House on a backstage tour of this world-famous center for the performing arts. Your expert guide shares stories about the real-life dramas behind the curtain and in the venue's storied history since it opened in 1973. Go behind the scenes to see parts of the opera house normally reserved for staff and performers, including the stage and dressing rooms. Wrap up this fascinating morning tour by sitting down with your small-group companions for a light breakfast with your guide and small-group companions at the Green Room. Numbers are limited to 10 participants for a more intimate tour.

3 hours
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Skip the Line: Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens Admission Ticket

Discover a serene sanctuary in Byron Bay’s hinterland by pre-booking your skip-the-line admission ticket for the Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens. Stand between two of the world's tallest crystals, sit in an ancient amethyst cave, and wander through the tranquil Shambhala Gardens and rainforest. Daily guided experiences are included in your ticket.

1 day
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Australian National Maritime Museum Entry Ticket - See it All

Australian National Maritime Museum Entry Ticket - See it All

While in Sydney, delve into maritime history at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Considered one of the top maritime museums in the world and conveniently located on the shores of Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum features exhibits on Aboriginal and European explorers, the navy, surfing, sailing and Australia’s beach culture. Choose between two ticket options: the special exhibitions only or the Big Ticket with access to the docks where historic ships are berthed, including several that you can tour and interactive displays to please the kids, making this a great activity for the entire family.

1 day
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Sydney Opera House VIP Guided Tour Ticket, Two Course Dinner and Drinks

Sydney Opera House VIP Guided Tour Ticket, Two Course Dinner and Drinks

Experience Sydney’s landmark opera house with this behind the scenes/dinner package. Begin the night with a tour of the iconic, UNESCO-designated opera house and explore its history and architecture with an informative local guide. Then, enjoy a delicious two-course dinner with wine at the opera house’s signature restaurant, Bennelong or Portside.

3 hours

Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

Family Pass: Fighter World Museum Admission Ticket

Aviation buffs and their families will love spending time at Fighter World, an Australian aviation museum with interactive exhibits. Conveniently located a short drive from Port Stephens and Newcastle Airport, this hands-on experience lets you sit in the cockpits of authentic jet fighters of the RAAF. See hand-built model aircraft, an array of weapons, radars, and ejection seats on display with this family admission ticket.

2 to 6 hours
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Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour

Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour

Sydney Opera House has launched its first ever Architectural Tour, revealing the story behind the creation of Utzon’s masterpiece. You will hear how visionaries, idealists, architects, engineers, pragmatists and artists together built this architectural and engineering masterpiece form our most experience and knowledgeable guides.

1 hour
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Sydney Taronga Zoo's Aussie Backyard Adventure Tour

Sydney Taronga Zoo's Aussie Backyard Adventure Tour

Enjoy an in-depth experience of Sydney Taronga Zoo on a guided tour with a zoo guide who introduces you to Australian native animals including koalas and kangaroos. Learn more than you could on your own. This small-group tour is limited to ten people and includes admission tickets to Taronga Zoo.

1 to 3 hours

General Admission Fighter World Museum

General Admission Fighter World Museum

Secure your entry to Fighter World Museum with this pre-booked admission ticket. It makes traveling a little easier and leaves more stress-free time to explore the museum’s fighter jets and hand-built model aircraft, and to catch sight of some of the world’s most advanced aircraft taking off and landing.

2 to 6 hours
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Crystal Castle Shuttle from Byron Bay (half day)

Crystal Castle Shuttle from Byron Bay (half day)

Skip driving and enjoy a stress-free journey to Crystal Castle on this tour that includes transfers from your Byron Bay accommodation, entry fee, and a guide book. The tour is timed so that you can experience the workshops and meditations, including a crystal singing bowls meditation. Join a guided walk through the Shambhala Gardens or enjoy your free time to explore independently.

4 hours 30 minutes
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Day Trip To Cronulla & The Royal National Park

Day Trip To Cronulla & The Royal National Park

Swap Sydney for a day in a nature lover’s paradise—the Royal National Park. You’ll have the ultimate carefree day with hotel pickup at a time that’s convenient for you. Travel quickly and efficiently to The Royal National Park with a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost. As it’s a private tour, you can customize your day based on your interests. Potential highlights include seeing the beachside suburb of Cronulla, visiting Garie Beach, spotting humpback whales, visiting saltwater swimming pools, and seeing the Dharawal Aboriginal Engravings Site.

8 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Art Gallery of New South Wales: Guided Tours and Exhibitions

Art Gallery of New South Wales: Guided Tours and Exhibitions

The Art Gallery of NSW is a must-see destination for art & culture in Sydney. Experience our internationally renowned collections & the opportunity to immerse yourself in our stunning art museum set in one of the world’s most beautiful cultural precincts. 1. State of the Art one hour North Building tour: Get to know the secrets of Sydney’s most exciting new architectural landmark – the SANAA designed North Building and encounter specially commissioned one-of-a-kind artworks. 2. Stories of Art & Place one hour South Building Tour: Embark on a guided journey through the historic South Building where a member of the Art Gallery’s experience team will bring to life fascinating stories about the art, architectural features, people & history. 3. Kandinsky Exhibition: Experience the life and work of the influential & best-loved European modernists. 4. Louise Bourgeois Exhibition: Encounter the strange beauty & emotional power of her work in the largest exhibition ever seen.

1 to 5 hours
Free Cancellation

Skip the Line: Handmade Cheese, Fruit Paste & Gourmet Bread & Wafers Lunch

Skip the Line: Handmade Cheese, Fruit Paste & Gourmet Bread & Wafers Lunch

Delve deeper into the flavors of the Hunter Valley with this artisan cheese tasting at a local cheese producer. A great opportunity to sample some local treats, this tasting session gives you the chance to try a range of different cheeses produced at the in-house factory. You’ll also have the opportunity to see cheese being made and ask the resident cheese concierge any questions about the cheeses or the cheese-making process.

30 minutes to 2 hours
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The best Attractions & Museums in New South Wales according to Viator travelers are:

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour & Meal + Drink at Opera Bar or House Canteen
Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket
Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour
Sydney Opera House Guided Backstage Tour

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