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Opera View · Circular Quay
Sydney’s
Front Row.
An extraordinary new waterfront destination for weddings, private celebrations, corporate events and dining, with views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour.
Now accepting event enquiries
Welcome to Opera View
An iconic setting.
Unrivalled views.
Timeless moments.
Positioned on the edge of Sydney Harbour at Circular Quay, Opera View offers a remarkable setting directly opposite the Sydney Opera House and framed by the Harbour Bridge.
Created for occasions that deserve more than an ordinary venue, Opera View brings together one of the world’s most recognised locations with premium hospitality, curated experiences and unforgettable events.
From intimate celebrations to major corporate occasions, every event takes place with Sydney as its backdrop.
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Featured event · New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve
on Sydney’s Front Row.
Thursday 31 December 2026, from 7pm until 2am. Our inaugural New Year’s Eve celebration on Level 4 of the Overseas Passenger Terminal — directly opposite the Opera House, beside the Harbour Bridge, and level with the fireworks.
- Premium harbourfront position for the 9pm family and midnight fireworks
- Arrival champagne from 7pm
- Gourmet canapés served throughout the night, catered by our friends and partner restaurant, Manjit's Sydney
- Five-hour premium beverage package
- Live entertainment and DJ through to 2am
- Dress to impress — the theme for the evening
- Midnight toast as the harbour lights up
Countdown to midnight
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- Canapés all night
- $895 pp $695
- Reserved seating
- VIP balcony only
- Capacity
- Strictly limited
Early bird $695 exhausted · Second release
General admission
$895 pp
Early bird $695 · Exhausted
- Arrival champagne from 7pm
- Gourmet canapés all night by Manjit's Sydney
- Five-hour premium beverage package
- Live entertainment and DJ through to 2am
VIP package
$1,999 pp
Strictly limited
- Priority viewing position for the 9pm and midnight fireworks
- Complimentary bottle of Moët & Chandon on arrival
- Everything in general admission, plus priority entry
- Priority check-in on a dedicated VIP door
- Reserved VIP seating and dedicated service
- Opera View gift bag on arrival
- Complimentary coat check
The date
31 Dec 2026
Doors from 7pm, celebrations through to 2am.
The position
Front Row
Level 4 of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, level with the fireworks.
The evening
$895 pp second release
Early bird $695 is exhausted. Second release general admission is $895 per person. Gourmet canapés throughout the night by Manjit's Sydney, five-hour premium beverages, live entertainment. Dress to impress.
The room
Strictly limited
Open seating and trestle tables. The VIP balcony is the only reserved seating.
Only a handful of VIP seats sit perched front row on the balcony for the midnight fireworks. Register now for priority access.
Register Your InterestWhat to wear
Dress to impress.
Cocktail black tie is the mood of the night — the harbour deserves it.
- Cocktail black tie: dinner suits, tuxedos, floor-length or cocktail dresses.
- Elegant separates and a statement jacket work beautifully too.
- Comfortable shoes for standing and dancing — the terrace is open-air.
- A light wrap or blazer for the harbour breeze after midnight.
- Please avoid denim, shorts, activewear and open footwear.
What to bring
Travel light.
Food, beverages and entertainment are all taken care of. A few things worth having with you:
- Photo ID — required for entry and bar service, no exceptions.
- Your booking confirmation or e-ticket on your phone.
- A small clutch or evening bag; large bags cannot be accommodated.
- A camera or charged phone — the view earns it.
- Pre-arranged transport details; Circular Quay closes to traffic on the night.
The night’s schedule
From arrival to the first hour of the new year.
7:00pm
Doors and arrival
Guests are welcomed on the top level with a glass of champagne and invited to settle into the open seating area.
7:30pm
Canapés begin
Gourmet canapés by Manjit's Sydney served continuously, with live entertainment.
9:00pm
Family fireworks
The 9pm harbour fireworks, seen level with the sky from the terrace.
10:00pm
DJ and dancing
Live entertainment moves into a DJ set as the room turns to the water.
11:45pm
Take your position
Terrace opens fully, glasses topped up and the countdown to midnight begins.
12:00am
Midnight fireworks
Sydney's midnight display, front on to the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
12:15am
Into the new year
Late canapés, dancing and beverages continue until 2am.
2:00am
Farewell
Doors close and our team assists guests with departure from Circular Quay West.
Times are indicative and confirmed with your booking
The location
There is only one
Sydney’s Front Row.
Opera View sits on Level 4 of the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay, elevated above the water, directly opposite the Sydney Opera House and beside the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Few destinations place guests this close to the icons that define Sydney.
Whether arriving for a wedding, dinner, launch or private celebration, the harbour is not simply something guests see. It becomes part of the experience.
- Circular Quay
- Sydney Opera House Views
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Views
Some places offer a view of Sydney.
Opera View places you within it.
A destination for celebrations, dining and experiences that deserve one of the world’s great settings.
Opera View
Sydney’s Front Row.
Iconic Location
Uninterrupted views across Sydney Harbour to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Curated Experiences
From intimate celebrations to landmark events, every occasion is created around the moment.
Exclusive Access
A remarkable waterfront position in the heart of Circular Quay.
Premium Hospitality
Considered food, service and guest experiences from arrival to departure.
Sydney's Front Row
A setting that simply cannot be replicated anywhere else.
Launch
Sydney’s new front row is coming.
Opera View is now accepting expressions of interest for weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, dining experiences and partnerships.
Be among the first to experience Opera View.
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