Top Sydney Family-friendly Shows

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.

This is a seated entertainment and dining experience, in Sydney's most iconic burlesque-cabaret dinner theatre, in the world famous nightlife village of Kings Cross. Relish in performances from Sydney's most talented and charismatic, local and international talent. Expect anything from seductive, to satirical burlesque, devastatingly funny comedy, magic, special skills, live singing and jaw-dropping choreographed dance. Standard tickets include a two-course meal of set entrée and à la carte main with a feature length cabaret-burlesque show over a 3-hour sitting. Dietary requirements can be catered to with adequate notice. The Honeycomb Club includes a fully-stocked cocktail bar and drinks can be ordered throughout the show from the comfort of your own cabaret table. Located on the eastern edge of Sydney CBD, only metres from Kings Cross train station and with multiple nearby parking options, the Honeycomb Club is incredibly easy to get to. Recommended for mature audiences.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Pass on another predictable night out in Sydney and book tickets to the city's only all-male cabaret show. Enjoy a high-energy spectacle featuring sharp choreography, dynamic lighting, and crowd-pleasing performances. Instead of waiting in line or worrying about sold-out dates, secure your spot in advance and settle in for an evening of great music and live entertainment.

Be sure to put a performance by Opera Australia at the iconic Sydney Opera House on your Sydney itinerary. See classic operas by composers like Massenet and Verdi, as well as iconic Broadway musicals, depending on the season. Take in stunning views of Sydney Harbour while enjoying drinks or a meal (own expense) at one of the Opera House's fine dining venues before or after the performance to top off this unforgettable experience.

Secure your seat at one of Sydney’s most iconic venues and experience opera in an accessible, easy-to-understand format. Enjoy a concert at the Sydney Opera House—a UNESCO World Heritage–listed landmark—featuring beloved classics such as Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma,” Bizet’s “Au fond du temple saint,” and Rossini’s “Largo al factotum.” With English and Simplified Chinese subtitles provided, it’s an easy way to enjoy world-class opera, even if it’s your first time.

Be amazed and take a journey of discovery through SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s themed zones including the Penguin Expedition. Experience the sub-Antarctic during and interactive exhibit to meet spectacular King and Gentoo penguins. Come face-to-fin with more than 4,000 animals from 300 different species including majestic dugongs, grey nurse sharks, jellyfish, and an array of tropical fish.

Prepare to be amazed by Bruce Glen, The Gentleman Magician at the Sir Stamford at Circular Quay. Purchase your ticket in advance and enjoy a guaranteed seat at the 2-hour show. Keep your expectations high as The Magic Circle member magician weaves together the fine arts of magic and storytelling. The elegant evening also includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and snacks.

Join us for a night of world class comedy when the Showcase comes to The Comedy Store. We handpick the funniest and freshest acts of Sydney's biggest annual comedy event, squeeze them into one hilarious line-up and deliver them to all corners of Sydney! "The comedians in the showcase all knew what they had to do to get a laugh and had the crowd in constant stitches..."- AU Review PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL TICKETS PURCHASES INCLUDE 1X DRINK VOUCHER. This show is a Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase.

Bring your visit to life with a show in one of the Sydney Opera House's seven, world renowned, performance spaces. Each performance is created to give you an unforgettable experience from boundary-pushing contemporary music and dance, inspiring speakers, exquisite classical music, opera, ballet, and theatre of all kinds. Pick up tickets from the Sydney Opera House Box Office from 1 hour prior to show start time. For the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience combine with one of our tour and dining experiences. Experience the Sydney Opera House this summer by entering into our Joan Sutherland Theatre for Copland's Dance Episodes in November, or Choir of Man in the Studio from December to January, and our Concert Hall with back to back comedy spectaculars of Christmas Carol Goes Wrong slapstick and Hook's Neverland circus and aerial performances. Don't miss the chance to experience Sydney's cultural heart come alive with magic, music, dance and circus spectacles this season.

Enjoy a live theatre courtroom drama where you decide the final verdict Dissect witness testimonies, unpack evidence, and weigh every argument Vote during key moments - your decisions shape hidden angles in the case, making every show different! A high-stakes case full of twists - more turns than a rollercoaster, and a verdict only you can deliver