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Things to do in Sydney

Arts and culture

• Art Gallery of New South Wales
• Museum of Contemporary Art
• Customs House
• Dendy Opera Quays
• Sydney Opera House
• Sydney Theatre Company
• The Rocks Discovery Museum
• The Garrison Church

Outdoors

• Royal Botanic Gardens
• North Head Lookout
• The Rocks Self Guided Walking Tour

On the harbour

• Manly Ferry
• Cruise Sydney Harbour
• Fort Denison
• Sydney Fish Market
• Whale Watching

Sydney Opera House

Photo: Steve Back

Why go there

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic and busy performing arts centres in the world. Recently World Heritage-listed, the "house" has an extensive program of opera, ballet, theatre and music performances throughout the year.

There are many guided tours options if you'd like to discover what's inside the world's most recognisable sails. The access tour is a feature.

From Circular Quay stroll along the promenade to the Opera House and marvel at the spectacular views of Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Don't miss

• Access tours of the Opera House are specifically designed for people with disabilities.
• A performance in the Opera Theatre which has subtitles for most non-English performances as well as an FM radio system.

Access for all

Download the Sydney Opera House Access Guide.

The guide includes information covering vision, hearing and physical access needs and is available in large print and MP3 versions. The guide is also available in Braille and cd format on request.

Getting around

Halls and theatres have limited wheelchair-accessible seating; a limited number of wheelchairs are available for use on site. Guide dogs are welcome.

Accessible toilets are available:

• On the Lower Concourse level
• Inside Western Foyers
• Inside the Box Office foyer
• On ground level inside Sydney Opera House. The Concierge located at Stage Door (adjacent to the Concourse) will assist with these facilities.

Performances

An audio description service is available for identified performances in the Drama Theatre, Playhouse and The Studio.

There are FM Radio systems in all theatres. Sub-titling in English is available for most opera productions in the Opera Theatre.

Access performance dates are listed in the Sydney Opera House Access Diary.

Tours and programs

Access tours are specifically designed for those with mobility limitations or who are blind or have limited vision. Guides provide insights into the history of the 'house' and take participants to the major theatres and halls.

A one-hour tour departs daily around 12pm, but it is best to call and confirm the departure time as it depends on the availability of the theatres. Bookings are essential.

Eating out

Dine in one of the world's iconic buildings at one of Australia's great restaurants, Guillaume at Bennelong which has one accessible level (Box Office foyer level). This can be accessed via the Stage Door.

You may prefer to dine harbourside at one of the many cafés and restaurants on the promenade leading to the Opera House.

How to get there

Public transport

The Sydney Opera House is 500m from Circular Quay's transport hub, serviced by ferries, buses and trains.

There is a free accessible shuttle bus that runs from Circular Quay Bus Stand E before and after performances. Check the Sydney Opera House Access Guide for times.

Parking

Accessible Parking is available at nearby Wilson's Parking or on the Concourse near the Stage Door.

Maps

• Download the Sydney Opera House mobility map (PDF, 272KB)
• Download the Sydney CBD and Circular Quay access map (PDF, 1.52MB)

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