Sydney Entertainment Venues

Its name iconic, its design a masterpiece, with flowing sails looking over the harbour and the sun glistening off its magnificent structure - this is the Sydney Opera House.

The architectural wonder is a sight to behold and is one of Australia's - if not the world's - most recognisable buildings. The Opera House is a world class performing arts venue, incorporating a large opera theatre and an astonishing concert hall. Foyers with glass walls lead you into the wooden interior of the venue.

Experience the opera, watch some live theatre, or see a concert and the amazing acoustics of the concert hall.

Enjoy dining at its finest at Guillame at Bennelong, with panoramic views of Circular Quay and the Harbour Bridge. Dine on contemporary Australian cuisine, with a classic French influence.

Experience part of Sydney's history and see a match at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Better known as the SCG, the ground is among the nation's oldest and can trace its roots to 1854, when it was used as a recreation field by British soldiers stationed at Victoria Barracks.

The ground really took off in 1878 when it was officially opened as the home of cricket. Today it is Sydney's premier ground for cricket and AFL and has a seating capacity of 47,000.

The ground hosts numerous first class cricket matches, from test matches to one day games. For something different, try the electric atmosphere of a 20-20 match.

The Sydney Entertainment Centre is one of Sydney's most flexible venues. It is located adjacent to Darling Harbour and attracts more than a million visitors a year. With a seating capacity of 12,500 the centre hosts many large scale events, from sporting events to concerts and theatre.

The centre was previously home to the Sydney Kings basketball team. It has hosted indoor motorcross and Olympic volleyball events. It has also hosted musical acts such as Pink, Kylie Minogue, Coldplay and Metallica.

This is the venue for all the major concerts in Sydney, and the place to head to catch all the finest international acts.

Enjoy a night of style and take in a show at the Capitol Theatre, the oldest theatre in New South Wales.

The original building was constructed in 1892, but it has undergone a historic resurrection, which has breathed new life into the venue. Step inside and experience the styles of decades past. The fully restored building now features all the modern luxuries in a classic style and plays host to some of the city's finest shows.

Enjoy a drink at the bar before the show, or grab a meal at one of the nearby restaurants.

Over the years it has hosted performances such as 'Billy Elliott', Barry Humphries, 'The Lion King', and various ballet performances.

Take in all of the entertainment options of Star City Casino. This is Sydney's premier entertainment venue, with something for everyone.

Experience live theatre and concerts and enjoy a show at the Lyric Theatre. This first class venue has played host to performances such as 'Mamma Mia', 'Oliver', 'The Phantom of the Opera' and 'Priscilla: Queen of the Desert'.

Try your luck on the casino floor and enjoy all the action and vibrancy. Experience the rush as you play the tables, or try the pokies.

Tempt your tastebuds at one of the casino's five restaurants; from fine dining to takeaway, there is something to suit everyone.

Head to the modern venue that is the Sydney Theatre, home of the Sydney Theatre Company. This state-of-the-art theatre features an 896 seat auditorium playing host to the best Australian and international performing arts acts.

See performances from the Bell Shakespeare company, the Australian Ballet, the Sydney Dance Company and a variety of international acts.

Dine at the Hickson Road Bistro, the Sydney Theatre's stylish restaurant, which serves up a menu of contemporary Australian cuisine. Dine inside or outdoors with the leafy avenue of Hickson Road as your backdrop.