Top New South Wales Monuments and Memorials

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.

Popular exhibitions and dock access at the Australian National Maritime Museum can be limited on busy days, especially during school holidays. Booking your ticket in advance secures entry on your chosen date and lets you plan your visit with confidence. Choose between access to special exhibitions only or select the Big Ticket, which also includes the outdoor docks and historic vessels moored at Darling Harbour.

Seeing the Sydney Opera House from the outside is impressive—but most visitors never glimpse what happens behind the scenes. This backstage tour takes you through the Stage Door and into areas normally reserved for performers and staff, including rehearsal spaces and dressing rooms. Hear insider stories about the productions that bring the venue to life, then finish the experience with breakfast in the Green Room.

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.

Evening shows at the Sydney Opera House draw big crowds, making it hard to explore the landmark itself before performances begin. This skip-the-line experience gives you early access with an exclusive guided tour to learn about the building’s design and history. Afterwards, settle in for a two-course dinner with wine at either Bennelong or Midden restaurant.

Discover Sydney in comfort on a private highlights tour designed around your group. This experience is ideal for travellers wanting to see the city’s best-known sights without the rigid schedule of a large coach tour. Travel with a local operator in a premium air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a relaxed route that can include Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge viewpoints, The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, and other key city and coastal locations depending on timing. Because this is a private experience, the day feels easier, more personal, and more flexible. You can enjoy photo stops, short walks, scenic viewpoints, and time to take in the city properly rather than rushing from stop to stop. This tour is a strong option for first-time Sydney visitors, cruise passengers, families, and anyone wanting a private overview of the city in a comfortable and well-paced format.