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Address: Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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• Car: Around 10 mins from Sydney CBD via Cahill Expressway. Paid parking is available at the Sydney Opera House Wilson Car Park.
• Train: Lines T2, T3, and T8
• Nearest Station: Circular Quay
• Bus: Routes B1, L90, L94, 333, 370, 392, 400, 422, 423, and 490
• Nearest stop: Circular Quay, Young St, Stand D stop
• Water taxi: Routes F1 and MF. 8-minute walk from the ferry station

• Midden by Mark Olive: Experience native Australian ingredients reimagined by celebrated Indigenous chef Mark Olive, with a menu rooted in culture and connection.
• House Canteen: A laid-back dining spot perfect for casual eats, serving Asian-inspired dishes with unbeatable harbour views.
• Bennelong Restaurant and Bar: One of Australia’s most iconic fine dining venues, offering exquisite local produce in a striking cathedral-like space.
• Aria Restaurant: A glass-walled dining room by Matt Moran, known for contemporary Australian haute cuisine with sweeping harbour views.
• Opera Bar: A vibrant open-air bar and dining hub, famous for cocktails, bites for all budgets, and front-row views of Sydney Harbour.

• There are ramps, lifts, and accessible toilets available throughout the facility for wheelchair access.
• You can access the Concert Hall via a staff-operated lift available at the box office foyer and connecting to the southern foyer and stall doors 4, 5, 11, and 12.
• You can reach the John Sutherland Theatre through a staff-operated lift in the box office foyer that is linked to the southern foyer and stall doors 21 and 26.
• You can also take a public lift from the lower concourse to the box office.
• Access to the Western Theatre (Playhouse and Drama Theatre) is available through the Western Foyers.
• The Playhouse can be reached via a platform stairlift, while the Utzon Room is accessible via a platform lift at the entrance.

• Restrooms: Accessible toilets are available at the Box Office Foyer and Western Theatre Foyer.
• Bars: Each performance venue has a well-stocked bar. Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre bars open 90 minutes before shows and during intermissions. The Western Foyer Theatre bar also opens pre-show.
• Cloakroom: Guests can store small bags, prams, and personal belongings safely while exploring or attending performances.
• Visitor amenities: Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, seating is provided in foyers, and all venues have wheelchair access (except certain backstage areas).
• Assistance services: Hearing loops are installed in major performance spaces; guides and staff are available for accessibility support and general inquiries.
• Gift shop: Browse souvenirs, books, and Opera House merchandise to remember your visit.

• Opening date: The Sydney Opera House officially opened on 20 October 1973 and was inaugurated by Queen Elizabeth II. 
• Architect & design: Danish architect Jørn Utzon designed the Opera House. Its sail-like shape was inspired by maritime motifs, reflecting Sydney’s rich nautical heritage.
• Construction duration: Construction took 14 years, from 1959 to 1973, overcoming many engineering and financial challenges.
• Roof tiles: The roof is covered with over 1 million glossy white and matte cream ceramic tiles, giving the sails their distinctive gleaming appearance.
• Visitor numbers: It attracts more than 8 million visitors each year and hosts over 1,500 performances annually, making it one of the world’s most visited cultural landmarks.
• Cultural significance: The Opera House was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007 and continues to be an enduring symbol of Australia’s cultural identity.