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Elizabeth Bay House vs Sydney Opera House
Both are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sydney Opera House is the choice of most professionals compared to Elizabeth Bay House. Sydney Opera House scores 97 with recommendations from 9 sources such as The Telegraph, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
Elizabeth Bay House
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Seven Onslow Avenue, Elizabeth Bay, Sydney, New South Wales 2011
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Fodor's
"Much of this densely populated but still-charming harborside suburb was originally part of the extensive Elizabeth Bay House grounds."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Completed in 1839 for Colonial Secretary Alexander Macleay, this elegant neoclassical mansion by architect John Verge was one of the finest houses in the colony (and still is)."
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Fodor's
"The most striking feature is an oval-shaped salon with a winding staircase, naturally lighted by glass panels in the domed roof. The view from the front-facing windows across Elizabeth Bay is stunning."
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Time Out
"The beautiful house (now run by the Historic Houses Trust) still breathes noblesse, wealth and good taste. Rooms are furnished as they would have been in its heyday."
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Frommer's
"Perched on a headland with some of the best harbor views in Sydney, this colonial mansion was built in 1835 and was considered “the finest house in the colony"
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Sydney Opera House
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Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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Fodor's
"Sydney's most famous landmark (listed as a World Heritage site in 2007) had such a long and troubled construction phase that it's almost a miracle that the building was ever completed."
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Concierge
"A cutting-edge array of musical and dance performances are on view at the six indoor theaters."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Overcome with admiration for the Sydney Opera House, notable architect Louis Kahn said, ‘The sun did not know how beautiful its light was until it was reflected off this building.’."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"The Sydney Opera House and its signature silhouette symbolizes modern Australia."
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Afar Magazine
"If possible, grab tickets to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, Sydney Symphony Orchestra or The Australian Ballet."
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