Highlights
- Discover an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Paris
- Climb the double stairway of the Grand Escalier and marvel at the roof splendors
- Discover why Opera Garnier is considered the most beautiful Opera in the world
Description
Boasting an eclectic and ostentatious Baroque design, the Opera Garnier is one of the most extravagant representations of Second Empire architecture in France. Benefit from quick and easy access to this magnificent building in the center of Paris.
Inaugurated in 1875 and named after its exciting young architect, Charles Garnier, it is the largest opera house in Europe. You will set eyes on the writhing snakes of the bronze “Pythonisse” sculpture, before climbing the double stairway of the “Grand Escalier” (Main Staircase). Imagine the swish of crinolines as you admire the breathtaking décor and stroll through vast foyers, filled with sparkling mosaics, colorful marble columns and gold-leaf flourishes. Everywhere you look will be a feast for the eyes.
You will receive your digital ticket directly after your booking, just show it at the Opera visit entrance to enjoy your visit. Rehearsals cause frequent and unpredictable closures of the performance hall. No ticket guarantees access.
Certain reduced rates and free tickets are available on the Paris Opera website upon presentation of valid proof. Adult tickets are for adult residents or citizens of a country outside the European Economic Area.
Includes
Admission to the public areas of Opera Garnier
The Library-Museum of the Opera (Bibliotheque Nationale de France)
La Rotonde des abonnés and the Pythia basin
The grand staircase
Le grand foyer and l'avant-foyer
The moon and sun salons
La rotonde du glacier and its tapestries
Excludes
Guide
Media Guide: €8 on site for the adult route, and €6.50 for the children's route or LSF/audio description in French
Important Information
- Adult tickets are for adult residents or citizens of a country outside the European Economic Area.
The Palais Garnier is open to visitors from 10am to 4pm (from 10am to 5pm from mid-July to the end of August) unless exceptional closures. The monument closes one hour later.
Rehearsals cause frequent and unpredictable closures of the performance hall. No ticket guarantees access.
Some reduced rates and free tickets are available at the Palais Garnier box office upon presentation of proof of entitlement
Cloakrooms are closed. Entering with a scooter is not allowed
Admission to the public areas, including the Library-Museum of the Opera (Bibliotheque Nationale de France), La Rotonde des abonnées and the Pythia basin, the grand staircase, Le grand foyer and l'avant-foyer, the moon and sun salons, and La rothonde du glacier and its tapestries are included.
Ticket valid 1 day and during the selected time slot
Les Révolutions du Ring'- Palais Garnier public areas, 27 Oct 2026–20 Feb 2027. Free
Easy cancellation
This activity is non-refundable
