Sydney Opera House accessible viewing area
Reserved for d/Deaf people and people with disability to enjoy with their family and friends.
The Opera House is a popular vantage point for Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks, and the accessible viewing area has reached capacity.
Site description
Accessible toilets
Adult change facility - no hoist
Access to charging station for mobility devices
Security and first aid
Food and drink
No seating. Small fold-up chairs permitted.
No shade. Wear a hat and protective clothing.
No sunshades. Personal umbrellas (no wider than 125cm) permitted
No BYO alcohol
Macquarie street is on a hill. There is a steep slope leading to and from the Opera House.
Site entry
Entry to the accessible viewing area for ticketholders is between 4pm and 10pm via a security checkpoint on Macquarie St. The nearest cross street is Bent St. The accessible viewing area is 600 metres downhill from the entry.
More information
Call 02 9250 7777 or email accessibility@sydneyoperahouse.com
Getting here
Public transport is the best way to get around on New Year’s Eve with thousands of extra services running.
Driving is not recommended.
Macquarie Street will close to traffic on New Year’s Eve at 4am and will reopen on New Year’s Day at 10am. The Opera House Wilson carpark will be closed during this time.
The closest train station to the entry gates on Macquarie Street will be Martin Place and St James.
There will be no trains, ferries, light rail or buses to Circular Quay after 3pm.
For public transport information, visit transportnsw.info.
Buggy service
Those with mobility requirements can book an accessible buggy service Call 02 9250 7777 or email accessibility@sydneyoperahouse.com
Pick up / drop off is at the corner of Macquarie and Bent Street. This service will run between 4pm and 10pm on New Year’s Eve and after 1am on New Year’s Day.