The Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognisable buildings on Earth. Its white sail-shaped shells rising from the harbour have become the symbol of Australia. Inside, multiple performance halls host over 1,500 shows annually — from opera and ballet to rock concerts.

The best way to appreciate this UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece is from multiple angles — from the Harbour Bridge, from a ferry on the water, and up close on the forecourt steps at sunset.

Pro tip: Book a backstage tour to see areas the public normally never sees, or catch a performance at sunset when the shells glow golden. The Opera Bar right next to it has the best cocktails-with-a-view in Sydney.