Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is said to be more than an architectural masterpiece, but an icon that represents the unique and contrasting culture that is Australia. Completed in 1973 the unusual design is inspired by palm fronds and Maya temples and has been compared to the ‘sexual congress of turtles’. Whatever your take on the world famous building, she is absolutely gorgeous from every angle.
Aside from her beauty, the Opera House successfully functions as a premier entertainment venue for international and local performances. From classical music to the prima ballerina, The Opera House provides Sydney with all that is contemporary, the events held in the six auditoriums quickly selling out. With superb acoustics and stunning internal aesthetics, it’s easy to understand why.
If you haven’t got time for a show, why not take a one-hour guided tour. Using archival footage you will learn of the iconic building’s construction, a highlight being the Utzon Room, the only part of the house to have an interior designed by the great architect himself. For a more in-depth nosy around, the two-hour early-morning backstage tour includes the Green Room and stars’ dressing rooms.
The Sydney Opera House was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 28 June 2007 and is one of the 20th century's most distinctive buildings and one of the most famous performing arts centre’s in the world. Whether you’re after the perfect backdrop that encompasses the famous harbor and ‘coat hanger’ bridge, or a night out of world class entertainment, The Sydney Opera House situated on Bennelong Point is the place to head.
Once you have taken your fill of the worlds most iconic building, head along the pier to the Opera Bar, with regular live Jazz, well priced drinks and food to tantalise the taste buds! Sit back, relax and take your time enjoying the billion dollar view of the most fabulous city in the world. (even if we do say so ourselves!)