The construction of the Australian icon was plagued by technical problems, soaring costs, public anger and political ...

The Sydney Opera House continues to perform its function as a world-class performing arts centre. The Conservation Plan specifies the need to balance the roles of the building as an architectural ...

Plans to cap how often the Sydney Opera House sails are lit up have been abandoned. The plan would have restricted the number of projections to no more than 14 occasions a year across 44 nights.

As the Sydney Opera House marks its 50th anniversary, one of its original Japanese tour guides shares why the landmark ‘feels like home’ to her. The Sydney Opera House started its tours in ...

Blue water laps up to sandy shores over which landmarks like the Royal Botanic Garden and the Sydney Opera House preside. Another iconic site ... an entrance fee, so plan accordingly.

Beyond the stunning Sydney Harbour—home to dual icons the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House—the city boasts some of the world's most beautiful beaches, along with well appointed ...

Initially, the plan had been ... a sit-in strike at the site in 1972. But the following year, the monumental undertaking that was the construction of the Sydney Opera House was finally completed.

U.S. News Insider Tip: While an up-close selfie with the Opera House is a must, a relaxing and less-crowded way to admire the iconic landmark and its surrounding harbor is by grabbing a refreshing ...