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Back stage at the Paris Opera House | Palais Garnier

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The Paris Opera House or Palais Garnier is one of Paris’ most magnificent buildings, a place of mirrors, gilt, lush and plush accoutrements. It was the cultural centre of Paris in the Belle Epoque years and continues to wow visitors with the ballets that are performed on its illustrious stage. Lisa Buros-Hutchins goes back stage at this very famous Paris landmark…

There is a place in Paris so beautiful, so magical in its timeless detail, that it moves me every time I visit it. The Palais Garnier is a visually stunning building so full of intricate architectural detail and majesty that I simply cannot think of another place in Paris that rivals it.

The Garnier was commissioned by Napoleon III to be built by the architect Charles Garnier. Twelve opera houses came before the Garnier, of which 11 went up in flames and the 12th just didn’t make the cut to be worthy of 19th century France. To make sure this majestic 13th opera house stands the test of time there is now an in-house team of pompiers (french firefighters) on duty and keeping watch over the Palais Garnier 24 hours a day.

Legend has it that the Emperor’s wife, the Empress Eugénie, who was thought to be peeved that Garnier had been chosen over her favourite designer Viollet-le-Duc, asked the relatively unknown Garnier: “What is this? It’s not a style; it’s neither Louis Quatorze, nor Louis Quinze, nor Louis Seize!” “Why Ma’am, it’s Napoleon Trois” replied Garnier “and you’re complaining!”

The Grand Foyer is breath taking as you stroll through it, losing yourself to the exquisite beauty of every story, person and myth represented on the painted ceiling and gilded light fixtures. And, of course, who can deny the vivid beauty of Marc Chagall’s ceiling perfectly lit by the six ton chandelier Charles Garnier himself designed to illuminate his celebrated opera house. The entirety of the Palais Garnier is, quite simply, a masterpiece.

It is the exclusivity of the Opéra Garnier that has always intrigued me the most. This mythic place of ballerinas, and the occasional opera, holds its secrets close. Gaston Leroux’s Phantom of the Opéra, which is based on this very opera house, certainly took the mystique to epic proportions. So, just imagine what it was like when I received an invitation to do an exclusive tour – a full on, all-access tour of this one place that I have held in such high regard, and been completely intimidated by, since my arrival to the City of Light.

I have to say what I love about the Palais Garnier is that here you have this world renowned opera house, steeped in tradition and closely guarded secrets of underground lakes and hidden cellars, an institution unto itself … and it just happens to have one of the most forward-thinking, young and dynamic teams I’ve had the pleasure to work with in Paris. I am always about giving my clients the most unique and most exclusive experiences I can come up with. And I certainly cannot do this without the help of the people who hold the keys to places like this! And here at the Palais Garnier it is Flore and Coralie, two exceptional ladies I work with quite a bit, who hold the golden keys to this kingdom.

When I arrived to tour the Palais Garnier with a few close friends I was like a small child who was getting to see Santa Claus – it was honestly that thrilling to me. We were led through the backstage area and into the ballerina’s warm-up room and my eyes were wide open with my hands over my mouth trying to conceal my giddiness. To stand on the stage – a stage so much bigger than you could ever imagine – was mind boggling at the scale and exclusivity of it. And then down the stairs we went to the mythical parts of the Palais Garnier…

We saw the rigging used to change the sets back in the day of the 1870’s and it was crazy cool to see how the stages were changed – talk about forward thinking! And, of course, to get to see the water reservoir was, quite honestly, the thrill of a lifetime. It wasn’t so much seeing it as it doesn’t really lend itself to what you expect from every Phantom of the Opera movie ever made: it was the simple fact that I was standing at the water reservoir of the Opéra Garnier knowing I was one of so few people who will ever have this amazing experience. And of course, the atelier where they mend, sew, create – you name it — hundreds of costumes, tutus and special accents to the dresses simply cannot be imagined. This whole other entity of the Palais Garnier that exists only to those with access to it is, without a doubt, very magical to see.

This mythical place in Paris known as the Palais Garnier truly does live up to every expectation I had, simply sublime.

Find out how to take a tour of the Paris Opera house on their website.

By Lisa Buros-Hutchins

Paris Opera – a mini Versailles

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The Opera Garnier Guided Tour

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Recommended for all ages

In French or English

Highlights: The Opera Garnier Guided Tour

Welcome to the most prestigious opera and ballet house in all of Paris! Book a tour with a professional guide to discover the historical and architectural wonders of the ornate Palais Garnier. Should you choose to visit the Opéra Garnier at 5 p.m., after its doors are shut to the public, your guide will take you on a journey following the footsteps of Erik – the famed Phantom of the Opera from Gaston Leroux's novel! Visit the Palais Garnier to uncover the secrets and myths of this palace that seems to transcend time itself…

Story: The Opera Garnier Guided Tour

Built in 1875 by architect Charles Garnier, the Palais Garnier is the largest opera house in Europe, housing more than 2,000 seats under its elaborate roof. As well as being regarded as the most prestigious of Paris' theatres, the Opéra Garnier is also one of the capital's most emblematic monuments, a museum in its own right with a spectacular selection of paintings, sculptures, and fascinating architectural features.

Your tour begins at the Rotonde des Abonnés, a glorious vestibule which once served as the audience entrance. Your guide will then lead you to the fascinating statue of the Pythia, and then to the Grand Escalier - a lavish split staircase with grandiose decor, featuring marble, onyx, copper, paintings, gilding, and mosaics. At its summit, you will then reach the Grand Foyer. You may find that its splendor and captivating use of mirrors and windows are reminiscent of the Hall of Mirrors at the Château de Versailles. Technical and artistic conditions permitting, you will also have access to the auditorium.

To make your visit to the Paris opera an exquisitely unique experience, you can choose to visit in the evening (5 p.m.), after the Palais Garnier is closed to the public. Your guide will take you on a tour in the footsteps of the Phantom of the Opera, the titular character from the celebrated novel by Gaston Leroux. As you discover the secrets and anecdotes of this historically and culturally rich palace, you will enjoy the rare privilege of having the entire monument to yourself, and exclusive access to the dressing room number 5 – that of the ghost himself. This tour offers you a rare opportunity to learn all of the facts and secrets about Paris' most revered (and most mysterious!) monument from an insider's perspective. What are you waiting for…?

Book a guided tour for your group of 10+ people!

Fancy sharing your trip to the Opera de Paris with friends? Look no further - Theatre in Paris offers guided group tours of this architectural relic! Indulge in an unparalleled journey through time with your closest companions and marvel as the secrets and surprises of this enchanting edifice unfold before your very eyes… a beautiful experience to share with friends and family. Enjoy reduced rates for larger groups - get in touch!

Contact us at [email protected] to make your reservation! If you are interested in booking for a group of 10 or more people , we ask that you please book at least 45 days in advance . For groups of any size, we strongly recommend booking in advance of your desired dates to guarantee your place. We’ll see you there…!

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Opéra Palais Garnier

One of the most prestigious stages in all of France, the Palais Garnier was constructed between 1860 and 1875, designed by legendary architect Charles Garnier, who was selected among a handful of talented architects in a fierce design competition. The building itself is considered an artful masterpiece, and was one of the most expensive construction projects to come from the Second French Empire under the reign of Napoléon III. The elaborate use of different materials to lend a lavish multicolored facade was typical of many of the works under the rule of Napoléon III, and features sculptures of various figures of Greek mythology. The official inauguration in 1875 was attended by the Mayor of London and Amsterdam, the King Alphonso XII of Spain, and hundreds of members from European high society.

The interior was meticulously designed with intertwining corridors, alcoves and landings to allow for easy movement of large numbers of people; complete with a grand marble staircase and the grand foyer, acting as the drawing room for all of Paris high society and covered in gilded paintings. The auditorium itself is in a traditional Italian horseshoe shape, seating 1900. The stage is the largest in Europe and can accommodate 450 artists, revealed by the opening of the legendary painted curtain. Garnier himself designed the 7-tonne chandelier sparkling above the audience. In 1896, one of the many chandelier counterweights broke free and killed a concierge, the incident that inspired the scenes in the 1910 novel-turned-musical The Phantom of the Opera . The space above the auditorium in the copula dome was once used strictly for cleaning the chandelier, but has since been transformed into a space for opera and dance rehearsals.

The legendary building was initially deemed the Academie Impériale de Musique, yet with the fall of the Second Empire and the start of the Third Republic, this was aptly changed for the Academie Nationale de Musique, which we see written across the exterior facade to this day. Garnier envisioned his design and the transformation of the surrounding area, and to this day the opulence of the Second Empire lives on in this living monument. The avenue de l'Opéra remains the only large Parisian corridor without trees, as Garnier explicitly prevented Haussmann from adorning the street with trees, arguing that his Palais Garnier was to be the main focus. Palais Garnier became the official name in 1989 with the construction of the Opéra Bastille, and the venue now houses primarily ballets.

Fast facts Capacity: 1,979 Handicap Accessible: Yes – in order to guarantee access to specific locations, we ask that you make your reservation at least 15 days before the performance. Air conditioning: Yes Heating: Yes Coat Check: Yes (free service)

How do I get to the venue?

The Palais Garnier is accessible by the metro station Opéra (Lines 3, 7, 8) and Auber (RER Line A). Our hotline can be reached in case of difficulty finding the venue weekdays from 10 am to 7pm Paris time. For details, we invite you to consult the map above.

What do I do when I get to the venue?

We invite you to arrive 30 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Once you have entered the building, the meeting point with your guide is located at the Rotonde des Abonnés. Please present your voucher to the guide upon your arrival.

How long does the tour last?

The guided tour of the Palais Garnier Opera House lasts 1 hour 20 minutes.

Is it a guided tour of the Palais Garnier for tourists or French people?

Both! The Palais Garnier is an iconic monument of Paris, visited as much by travelers as by the local public. Tours are offered in French or English, usually at different times. The language is indicated in the price list after you select a day and time to visit when you make your reservation, so be sure to check your choice.

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J. Byard - March Chagall's painted ceiling in the Palais Garnier's auditorium

Backstage at the Paris Opera House

Behind the glittering façade of the Palais Garnier, the secrets of its construction and history are just as captivating as what takes place onstage. You’ll discover its breath-taking public spaces as well as its hidden places – like the cabestans room, fifteen meters beneath the stage, which holds the ingenious 19th-century machinery used to manage backdrops and special effects. Descend further to find the underground lake (technically a giant water tank) that inspired “The Phantom of the Opera” and acts as a ballast to balance the weight of the structure and offsetting pressure from the groundwater beneath.

Our expert storyteller also brings to life the backstage scene at the Foyer de la Dance, where wealthy visitors went to meet female dancers, and explains why Marc Chagall's spectacular painted ceiling was so controversial when first unveiled in 1964.

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The Secrets of Opéra Garnier

More than 150 years after its construction, the Opéra National de Paris continues to fascinate its visitors. To discover one of the flagship experiences offered by Le Collectionist , a private tour of the backstage and costume workshops of the Opéra Garnier, we went to the heart of the 9th arrondissement. During our visit, we had the chance to meet Xavier Ronze, Head of the Sewing Workshops.

Did you know that the construction of the Paris Opera was started following an assassination attempt of Emperor Napoleon III on the way to the former Peletier opera house? In 1861, this monumental project was entrusted to Charles Garnier. Far from the dark alleys on the banks of the Seine, the future National Opera had to be a reflection of the reconstruction of Paris. Just as the Haussmannian boulevards and thousands of street lamps coined Paris as the City of Light, Garnier designed the palatial opera house using classical architecture that has never gone out of style.

After the Franco-German war, the fall of the Empire, the Paris Commune and the advent of the Third Republic, the Opéra National de Paris finally opened its doors on January 5, 1875. All of Parisian high society was present, and even President Mac-Mahon attended. However, Charles Garnier was not among the guests of honour, because he became too associated with the excesses of the Empire. Despite this sidelining, he left his mark within the walls of the Opera. Passing through the ground floor of the Palais Garnier, the former entrance for horse-drawn carriages, insiders can find the name of the architect inscribed on the gorgeous stone walls.

Like the works of the great masters that are seen on stage, Palais Garnier has been designed with expert precision. Each sculpted step takes us away from darkness to bring us closer to art and light. Past the main staircase, the mythical dome of the Opera opens up to the sky, while two Greek statues guard the entrance to the amphitheatre. If the main entrance is reminiscent of that of an ancient temple, it is because Classic mythology was a source of inspiration for the architect.

Behind the high doors of the reception room, let yourself be dazzled by a ballet of dancing light and mirrors. Don't forget to look up at the frescoes on the ceiling to see Apollo, the god of love and music, guiding the sun on its daily journey. The fireplace is merely decorative, our guide tells us with a smile. Here, you have to imagine the smoke of cigars and the glow of the hundreds of candles that had to be replaced between each act.

Practicality and aesthetics have always coexisted within the walls of Palais Garnier, both in the staterooms and behind the scenes. This subtle balance is perfected in the Ateliers de couture de l’Opéra. We sneak from golden landings through cosy corridors until we reach the door to the holy grail of the artistic world. Everyone holds their breath as they enter, careful not to disturb the seamstresses, always at work to create the costumes that the stars will wear. They measure, cut and pin the most beautiful fabrics until they are made into the gorgeous costumes you see on stage. It is their expert work that has created the reputation of excellence held by the Paris Opera. Inside the workshops, absolutely everything is tailor-made for ballerinas and dancers. Each mannequin is personalised according to the measurements of these high-level athletes. The ultimate challenge? Designing costumes as magical as they are delicate for those whose physical performance defies the laws of gravity.

The creations are often put to the test, reveals Xavier Ronze, Workshop Manager. This ex-ESMOD joined the Opera family as an intern more than thirty years ago. With an energetic step, he leads us between the different departments (light fabrics workshop, knitwear, decoration, tailoring and design) to the heart of it all, “Central costumes”. In this panelled room, the walls are covered with heavy, embroidered coats and 18th-century dresses, and romantic tutus hang from the ceiling. Sheltered in this tulle cocoon, the precious fabrics tell the stories of the classic performances that have graced the building: Le Rouge et le Noir, Giselle, and A Midsummer Night's Dream . Some of these suits are very old, explains Xavier Ronze, while others are contemporary designs.

The Workshop Manager is at home here and his passion is contagious, as he runs between the racks. For a moment, he stops to show us the finishing touches of a military uniform, which will be worn on stage during performances of Mayerling , the famous ballet by British choreographer Kenneth MacMillan. According to him, the simplest things are often the most effective, but dance is an extremely lively and dynamic art that is constantly changing. The main challenge is to find the right balance between maintaining an old repertoire of skills and crafting new and surprising creations. Driven by the exuberance of the dancers and artists who pass through the Opéra Garnier, Xavier Ronze is constantly evolving.

For him, the prestige of the Opéra National de Paris is about the dialogue between a place and a performance, as well as the artists and exceptional craftsmen. This dialogue is never more important than when on stage, where the smallest detail may not be visible, but where the extraordinary quality of the production must be seen by all the spectators. Seen, but also felt, because dance is above all a physical art. Before leaving us, Xavier Ronze takes us to the design workshop, a marvellous place, in which the stunning costumes worn during performances are made. As we admire the delicacy of the tiaras, handcrafted with piano strings, it is already time to leave. This evening, the Head of the Couture Workshops will be performing at the Opéra Garnier. As he closes the doors of this enchanted place, Xavier Ronze tells us that he is never happier than sitting in the theatre, seeing the costumes come to life as the hours of work finally pay off.

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Visit The Palais Garnier

Almost 150 years old and classified as a historical monument since 1923, discover a dazzling and unrivaled place, in the very center of Paris: the Palais Garnier.

Discover a unique and prestigious place in the heart of Paris

Individual rates.

23.00 €

16.50 €

Reduced Rate*

Under 10 years

10.00 €

26.00 €

Single rate for visits after closing

Free for children under 4 and accompanying disabled people. *Under 25s, disabled people, seniors (over 65s), jobseekers, students.

Several tours are available. Consult our tour descriptions to book the time slot corresponding to the tour of your choice.

Group rates, click here

Practical information

Doors open at 10am. Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled visit.

Luggage is not accepted on the site and no left luggage is available for security reasons. Scooters, rollerblades, skateboards and electric scooters are strictly forbidden in the Palais Garnier.

Mystery visits: The visit is not accessible to people with reduced mobility after 5 pm.

Access to the auditorium may be impossible for reasons beyond our control.

Discover the world's most beautiful opera house on one of our guided tours

Discover a unique and prestigious place in the heart of Paris: the Palais Garnier. Several visits are to be discovered: Intermezzo visit to the Palais Garnier: Through the rooms of the Opera accessible to the public, discover the extraordinary history of the Palais Garnier, a monument of architecture and a total work of art.  Length of visit: 1 h 30 - (any time slot other than Belle Époque). Visit Palais Garnier in the Belle Epoque: Go back in time with Charles Garnier, experience the atmosphere of the temple of social life in the 19th century, let yourself be transported and join the dance!  Length of visit: 1 h 30 - (usually between 11 h 30 and 15 h 30). Visit The Mysteries of the Palais Garnier (after closing):   Discover all the secrets of the Paris Opera in this visit outside opening hours to the general public. In a cozy atmosphere, discover or rediscover a timeless place.  Length of visit: 1h15 - (after 5pm closing time).

The Palais Garnier: a hymn to magic

Initiated by Napoleon III after an attempted attack and inaugurated in January 1875, it was after 15 years of work carried out by Charles Garnier, an architect unknown at the time, that the Palais Garnier was born. Today, this building, also called Opéra Garnier is one of the most emblematic monuments of the 9th arrondissement.

Spread over an area of 11,000 m², this eclectic style building will charm you with its many influences: Louvre Museum, Palace of Versailles...

Enter the largest opera house in France and enjoy its famous  grand staircase, the Bassin de la Pythie or its sumptuous grand foyer and lounges.

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Address Palais Garnier 1 rue Auber 75009 Paris Access Metro: Opera / Chaussée d'Antin (L3 / L7 / L8) RER: Auber Bus: 20, 21, 22, 27, 29, 42, 52, 53, 66, 68, 81, 95 Parking: Haussmann Galeries Lafayette 75009 Paris  

Explore the Opéra Garnier with your students on one of our guided tours!

Cycle 1 school visit : .

Designed for nursery school pupils aged between 3 and 6, this Cycle 1 school visit will enable your pupils to discover the Palais Garnier through a rich sensory experience, placing observation at the centre of the visit.  It will teach them to use language by encouraging them to put into words their emotions, feelings and impressions. Role-playing activities will enable them to learn and discover through play, using the major concepts that they are learning about at school: shapes, colours and the senses. 

Length of visit: 1 h 30 

Public: Nursery school children (3 to 6 years old) 

Cycle 2 School Visit : 

At the age when children are beginning to learn to read, introduce your pupils to music by explaining that, like a book, music can be read, played and told in spellbinding stories. Through this captivating experience, your pupils will explore the fascinating world of art, broadening their artistic horizons and stimulating their imagination. Introduce your students to the world of opera and its rich vocabulary: ballet, auditorium, stage, orchestra pit, opera singers and much more. As well as its spectacular architecture, explore the pictorial and sculptural works in the Palais Garnier that enrich the timeless art of opera.

Length of visit: 1 h 30

Public: primary school

Cycle 3 School Visit : 

Explore the many areas of artistic expression with your pupils on our cycle 3 school visit. Discover the eclecticism of the arts and allegorical representations that will arouse their curiosity and enrich their understanding of the artistic world. During this exciting excursion, your pupils will be introduced to the allegorical representations of music and opera, from the inspirational muses to the symbolic caryatids of Tragedy and Comedy. 

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Second Empire and the background to the construction of this architectural masterpiece, the Palais Garnier. Explore the spellbinding myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, represented in the Grand Escalier. Discover also the legend of Apollo and Hermes, who gave birth to the lyre, the timeless symbol of music. As well as nourishing their minds with history and mythology, your students will understand the basic concepts inherent in each form of artistic expression, from the organisation of space through architecture to the expression of feelings through music.

Public: primary school and secondary school

To book a school visit, please contact our reservations department:

For further...

The Arop, Association for the Outreach of the National Opera of Paris, offers you unique private tours of the Palais Garnier. The latter reveals its most secret places to you, such as the "Lac de l'Opéra", the   sewing workshops or the mysterious "castans room".

The funds collected through the sale of backstage tours are used to finance the activities of the Opéra national de Paris: shows, tours, educational projects, or even the purchase of equipment for the workshops.

Find all the information by clicking here or by downloading the brochure here

And discover the Arop here: https://arop.operadeparis.fr/

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Palais Garnier Backstage Tour

Enjoy a private tour behind the curtains of the palais garnier in paris..

Starting at 168€/person

Plus 50€ service fee

Description

Enjoy a unique, private guided tour of the Palais Garnier where you'll explore the public areas including the grand staircase and foyer and the Rotonde du Glacier. The auditorium, designed like a jewelery box, is sure to be the highlight of your visit. Decorated in gold and red velvet throughout and the vivid colors of the ceiling painted by Marc Chagall will immerse you into a dream-like atmostphere.

As you step backstage, you'll discover the heart of the machinery of a 19th century Parisian theater and the beautiful Foyer de la Danse, where dancers rehearse and warm up before going on stage, with its strikingly beautiful chandelier and its magnificent paintings.

Upon request, you can add the costume ateliers to the tour where more than 30 professionals work on restoring and creating the costumes of the Paris Opera Ballet. You will also discover the historical 19th century "Central costumes" room storing the creations of the latest productions and where you'll learn costume-making secrets from the company's production. You can also add a private 1 hour cocktail reception after the tour and book tickets to the evening's performance of your choice.

The backstage tours are guided by speakers carefully selected by the Paris Opera teams. Visits are available in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese and Russian.

Service Details

Duration: 1.5 hours

Time: 12-2pm or 5-7pm

Includes: private tour guide

Minimum age: 8+ years old

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Entrance at the corner of Scribe and Auber streets 75009 Paris

Access to the Palais Garnier

Metro: Opéra station (lines 3, 7 and 8) RER: Auber station (line A) Bus: lines 20, 21, 27, 29, 32, 45, 52, 66, 68, 95 Car park: Q-Park Edouard VII - Rue Bruno Coquatrix 75009 Paris (in front of 23 Rue de Caumartin) Reserve your parking space

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Access through the artists and staff entry  120 rue de Lyon 75012 Paris

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Metro: Bastille station (lines 1, 5 and 8, exit n°4 r. de Lyon) RER: Gare de Lyon station (line A) Bus: lines 29, 69, 76, 86, 87, 91 Car park: Q-Park Opéra Bastille - 34 rue de Lyon 75012 Paris Reserve your parking space

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Self-guided tours +33 8 92 89 90 90 (€0.35/min) or on-site, at the desks or automatic terminals.

Guided tours +33 (1) 89 16 83 02 (€0.15/min) or  [email protected]

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Guided tours +33 (1) 89 16 83 02  (€0.15/min) or  [email protected]

Guided tours    +33 8 92 89 90 90 (€0.35/min) or on-site, at the desks or automatic terminals.

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Several visits are to be discovered:

Intermezzo visit to the Palais Garnier: Through the rooms of the Opera accessible to the public, discover the extraordinary history of the Palais Garnier, a monument of architecture and a total work of art.

Visit Palais Garnier in the Belle Epoque: Go back in time with Charles Garnier, experience the atmosphere of the temple of social life in the 19th century, let yourself be transported by musical excerpts and join the dance!

Visit The Mysteries of the Palais Garnier (after closing): Discover all the secrets of the Paris Opera in this visit outside opening hours to the general public. In a cozy atmosphere discover or rediscover a timeless place.

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The best for me, would be the best optimal choice for me. Why? Because they all sound great so I probably would do the guided tour that starts in the morning, whichever that is.

Or the evening one just before happy hour.

Or the afternoon one because of rain.

Or the Mystery tour because the first tour sounds like it could be the same as the audio guide and the second tour sounds like an after thought of the first tour.

I will go and check it out for myself and report back asap.

I have looked at the website. Those three tours appear on the opening page. But when you go to the booking page, the Belle Epoque option disappears. I think there are only two. One is during the day and one is at 5 after it is closed to the general public.

You don't say when you are going. But I looked at the calendar for March. After you pick a date, you find out what tours still have space. There are only two English tours per day, plus the evening tour. There are several days where no tours are offered. But on days where there are tours, some slots are sold out, or nearly so. I picked one day where only evening tours are available, and another where the 5:00 slot is already sold out.

They state that neither one is a "behind the scenes tour." It looks like the two tours are similar. The main difference is whether you want a tour with other people around or not.

You just have to decide which of the three fits your schedule best.

It may come down to having to book whatever tour is available on the day you want to go.

Some people have reported on having taken a guided tour, but I don't know how many people have done both.

Well I just did the Intermezzo guided tour at 3PM for 1.5 hours. I need to do the self guided tour next. From what I gathered the mysteries tour is biased towards the phantom of the Opera. And it's also probably not at all crowded.

For the moment, the self guided tour is probably the best value if you can stay for 2 hours and also see the auditorium.

Our tour included the auditorium. Our guide was well versed and entertaining. I gave him a 10% tip. No regrets but I am interested in what the self tour delivers.

It seems, guessing, like the belle epoch tour is in French.

Hello, have you had the chance to try the mystery tour? I have heard that it is largely focused on The Phantom of the Opera, but also that it may only be conducted in French. As a huge fan of Phantom, I would love to take this tour if that is the main focus.

On a Friday in Spetember are there likely to be queues, and how long should we allow for a look round?

RE #5 Yes, you can look around on your own. We did this last spring.

There are no timed tickets. Even if you buy a ticket in advance, it is good for the whole day.

You don't get to enter the actual theatre, but you can look up at the Chagall ceiling from a spot that they make available in the balcony.

Everyone has to go through security to enter the building. When we were there, it moved quite slowly. I think it took about a half an hour.

The ticket line is inside, and there was no line to speak of at that time.

Just check the opening hours for the day you plan to visit. They do close early sometimes for various reasons.

It's up to you how much time you spend there. An hour should be sufficient if you are short on time.

We did a self-tour last year, but used the multi-media guide, which was by far the best of its kind I have ever seen. Better than just an audio tour, it used a tablet for visuals, and easy tabs to select more information about particular topics. You can go more in-depth on things that interest you. We really enjoyed it.

Thank you, that's really helpful. I'll check it out.

We did the Intermezzo guided tour last week and it was not worth it, a total waste of money. We booked the tour in English because some people of our group don't speak French. The guide spoke in English with a heavy French accent and it was impossible to understand what she was saying. She wasn't very well prepared and she only stated the obvious, many people in the group had questions like what was the influence of the Greek civilization in the wall paintings and the architecture (because there were obvious elements, like signs in Greek) and she improvised the answer... At the end of the tour, an alarm went on and we were practically kicked out of the venue because it was closure time. Opera employees pushed us to the exit in a rude way. Tips: take the self-guided tour and book a slot early in the day so you don't have to rush out once the clock hits 17:00. Very disappointing experience, although the Palace Garnier is magnificent.

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Attending a Performance at the Palais Garnier: Tips and Advice on Going to the Paris Opera Garnier

Last updated: October 7, 2019 - Written by Jessica Norah 73 Comments

Interested in attending a performance—an opera, ballet, recital, or concert—at the Palais Garnier in Paris? This article will comprehensively provide advice and tips on all aspects of your visit to the Opera Garnier such as when to arrive, what to wear, and what to expect so you can make the most out of your visit to this beautiful and historic venue.

I really love the Palais Garnier and have attended two ballets and one opera here—our most recent visit was in June. While you can also see performances at the other Paris Opera location—the Opera Bastille—there is nothing quite like seeing a performance in this opulent venue. The Palais Garnier is arguably the most famous opera house in the world and for many it’s a once in a lifetime experience to attend a ballet or opera here during their travels.

Now, if you have not yet booked your tickets or have any questions about seating, please review this article on tips on booking tickets to the Paris Opera . Once you have your tickets booked, read on and we’ll provide tips on making the most of attending a performance at the Opera Garnier based on our own experiences.

Table of Contents:

Basic Information about the Palais Garnier

• Built and named after architect Charles Garnier. It was built over a period of 15 years and the first performance took place at the Palais Garnier in 1875.

• The Italian-style horseshoe-shaped auditorium has 1,900 seats.

• Official website for the Paris Opera is here . The Opéra National de Paris includes both the historic Palais Garnier and the newer Opéra Bastille.

• Primary telephone line if calling from outside France: + 33 (0)1 71 25 24 23. Primary telephone line from within France: 0 892 89 90 90

• Address: 8 rue Scribe, Place de l’Opera, 75009 Paris, France. It is located in the 9th arrondissement, at the corner of rue Scribe and rue Auber.

• Metro: Opéra stop right across the street from Palais Garnier, use lines 3, 7, or 8

• RER: line A, station Auber

• Bus lines: 20, 21, 22, 27, 29, 42, 52, 53, 66, 6 8, 81, 95

• Nearest Car park: Place Vendôme

Before the Performance Tips

• Note that almost all performances are performed in their original language, so very few performances will be in English and most are also not in French. We saw a performance in Italian for example with French surtitles provided on a screen during the performance. Some performances have both French and English surtitles and this information should be noted in the performance information provided on the website. If the performance is not in a language you know (and there are no surtitles in your language), this is a good reason to read about the performance beforehand. If this bothers you, consider choosing a recital or ballet over an opera where the language is not as important.

• Read the “More about the Production” links on the specific production’s Paris Opera webpage before you attend to learn more about the composer and performers, history of the production, and see video clips of the performance. I also generally do an Internet search as well to get a fuller description of the performance so I can read it beforehand.

• If you have a physical disability or a sight or visual impairment, you should contact the theatre to inquire about special accommodations and special seating. Ideally, you should check on this prior to booking your ticket as some seats are definitely not accessible to those with disabilities. You can call: + 33 (0)1 40 01 18 50

• What should you wear to a performance at the Palais Garnier? This is probably the most common question from visitors. In the three times I was there, almost everyone was dressed in business dress clothing (many people are in fact just getting off work). Unless you are going to a gala evening event, almost no one will be in gowns or tuxedos. Even full suits are not that common although you won’t be out of place if you wear one. For women, a dress, blouse/skirt, or blouse/nice pants is fine. For men, a dress shirt, nice pants, and nice shoes are fine. Many people were in business casual style clothing during all three of my visits. The two French men sitting in front of me during my last visit were both just wearing sweaters and khaki pants. So don’t overdress (e.g., show up in an evening gown) or underdress (e.g., no tennis shoes, shorts, jeans, tank tops, tee-shirts, etc.) and you should be fine.

• It can be helpful to think about the shoes, socks, and hosiery you might need when packing as you might not want to wear white hiking socks under your black pants. Ethan for example just wore the same black leather Merrill shoes throughout our entire trip, but changed into black socks for the opera. Below are pictures of what we have worn to the opera, and note we were actually more dressed up compared to some of the other attendees.

• Now, if you are going to a gala evening event, the dress code is more formal. The dress code for a gala events is generally black tie. So for men, this means a tuxedo (traditional black or midnight blue) and for women a cocktail or evening dress. However, women can also get away with a formal pant or skirt suit with jacket if you don’t want to wear a dress. People tend to dress more conservatively in Paris than in the U.S. so keep bare flesh to a minimum, avoid bright colors, and choose a hemline that fall below the knee. A simple black evening dress and black heels are always a good option.

• Need a quick caffeine break before the performance? The Starbucks located within walking distance on 3 Boulevard des Capucines is one of the most opulently decorated Starbucks we’ve ever been in with velvet chairs, chandeliers, and a gilt-leaf ceiling depicting cherubs aloft in a blue sky. While the product is definitely American, the setting may help get you in the mood for the Palais Garnier.

• Inside the Opera Garnier, a little bar sells champagne and other refreshments. It opens about 45 minutes before the start of the performance and will also be open during the intermissions.

• Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early so that you can walk around this beautiful building. The opulence of this building—the grand marble staircase, the gilded statues, and ornate foyers—are certainly worth taking the time to appreciate. Not to mention the giant crystal chandelier, red velvet covered seats, and Chagall-painted ceiling of the actual auditorium. There were also past ballet and opera costumes on display during our visit. You’ll also have short intermission breaks during performances, but it’s better to explore before the performance if you can.

• Feel free to bring along opera glasses or small discreet binoculars. These can be very useful if you have a seat that is far from the stage.

• The printed performance programs are not free, but are quite well-designed and can serve as a nice memento. They generally cost around 12 euros and can be purchased inside the building near the main staircase. However, they may or may not have them available in English.

• A quite loud (and somewhat obnoxious in my opinion) bell rings to denote that it is time to start heading to your seats at the beginning of the performance and during intermissions. Remember if you show up late to either the beginning of the performance or following an intermission, the ushers may refuse entry if they feel you will disturb other patrons.

• You can take your coat inside the auditorium with you or have it checked. We’ve always taken them into the auditorium with us. But if you have a larger coat, I’d check it as there is not much extra space.

• It’s good to make note of the nearest restroom location before going into the auditorium as there are generally long waits during intermissions, particularly for women.

• After you go up the staircase, you’ll see signs above the auditorium door entrances on each floor regarding the seating section. However, if you have any trouble figuring out the location of your seat, just show your ticket to the nearest usher and he or she can help you.

• Tipping the ushers is not expected at the Opera Garner and I have not actually seen anyone tipping them. Another opera goer told us that tipping is prohibited in the state theaters in France such as Palais Garnier, but it is common in private theaters. So I don’t think staff are allowed to accept any tips here.

During the Performance Tips

During the opera performance at the Palais Garnier, we give a few tips below for making the most of your time and knowing what to expect.

• If the performance is not in French, French surtitles will be displayed on a monitor above the stage. English surtitles may also be displayed as well.

• Don’t forget to look up at the colorful Chagall ceiling inside the auditorium. If you don’t have a good view of the ceiling from your seat, make your way to the orchestra area at some point. I’ve done this both before performances and during intermissions, but just remember that other people are trying to get in and out of their seats so please be courteous.

• This is an old theatre and the seats and temperature are not always the most comfortable for a long performance. For instance, we had very little leg space and it was quite warm and stuffy in our Amphitheatre seats in June. Others have complained of being cold. So come prepared if you know this is likely going to be an issue—dress in layers, bring something you can lightly fan yourself with, bring small binoculars if you know your seat is far away, etc. While you can’t mitigate everything, it is good to go in with the attitude that not everything has to be perfect as there is bound to some minor annoyance, whether it’s the temperature, sightline, or the movement of the guest next to you. It’s best to take it in stride and enjoy the performance.

• No smoking or using cell phones allowed in the auditorium. Obviously, there is also no eating or drinking allowed in the auditorium.

• No photos or videotaping during performances in the auditorium. Take any pictures before or after the performance.

• Given that lines for the restroom can be quite long during intermissions, particularly for women, it is best to head there as soon as you exit the auditorium. I’ve had to wait in line for over 10 minutes before with the bell already ringing on my way out.

• If you want a drink at intermission, head to the little bar. A glass of champagne costs about 12 euros.

After the Performance Tips

After your visit to the Opera Garnier, we provide a few thoughts on getting away and finding food.

• The Opera metro stop is right across the street across from the entrance to the Palais Garnier. The Paris Metro stops running at 1:15am (later on Saturdays). You can also find bus stops and it is easy to catch a taxi or rideshare from here.

• If you are looking for a convenient dinner option after an opera performance, you can try the recently opened L’Opera Restaurant which is located at the Palais Garnier. It should be open before and after most performances, and you can make reservations online.

• Other restaurants within walking distance include the famous Café de la Paix (12, Boulevard des Capucines), Le Grand Cafe Capucines (4 Boulevard des Capucines), Café Drouant (18 Rue Gaillon), La Fontaine Gaillon (1 Rue de la Michodiere), Lucas Carton (9 Place de la Madeleine), New Balal (25 Rue Taitbout), and l’Absinthe (24 Place du Marche Saint-Honore).

• We normally use La Fourchette to make restaurant reservations in France.

• Just note that Paris is not New York City and many restaurants in Paris are not open super late. Many restaurants don’t accept reservations for seatings after 9pm or 9:30pm, so it’s good to figure out when your performance ends (generally between 9:30pm and 11:00pm) so you can choose a restaurant and make reservations accordingly.

Find this article helpful? Still have questions related to attending a performance at the Palais Garnier? Have additional tips of your own to share? We’d love to hear from you!

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Roselane Post author

October 9, 2022 at 7:40 am

Thank you so much for this helpful, detailed, and well written article. It answered my many questions. I am curious regarding whether it will be difficult (ie, long wait) to get on the Metro right after the performance? Should we try to get an Uber or taxi instead? If it matters, our AirBnB is near Chatelet Metro. Thanks again.

Jessica & Laurence Norah Post author

October 12, 2022 at 2:57 pm

Hi Roselane,

You should not have any issues taking the Metro after the opera performance ends. There will be a lot of people leaving at the same time so you may want to either head out as soon as the performance ends or just hang around a bit until the crowds thin out so it is not so crowded. The opera house is a beautiful place to walk around (inside and out) if you have an extra 10 to 15 minutes.

There is a Metro stop (Opera) right near the Palais Garnier and a RER station (Auber) a short walk away. It is probably about a 10 minute trip or less to Châtelet from the opera house so definitely an easy trip on the metro. You can of course also get a taxi or rideshare but the metro is going to be less expensive and will take the same amount of time.

Your performance will probably end well before the metro stops running but you can double check. According to the local Paris tranport website, on weekdays, the metro normally operates from 5:30 a.m. to about 1:15 a.m. On Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as on the eve of bank holidays, trains run until about 2:15 a.m. The RER operates daily from 5:30 a.m. to about 1:20 a.m.

Best, Jessica

October 13, 2022 at 6:42 am

Thank you so much! I was nervous about this whole event, but your article and response here leave me feeling nothing but excited!

October 14, 2022 at 7:11 pm

Wishing you a wonderful time at the opera in Paris!

You’re very welcome, wishing you a wonderful trip to the opera in Paris!

Glenn Champagne Post author

October 23, 2019 at 9:48 am

Thank you for sharing this information . Detailed, practical, and very pertinent information. Photos really show how tight the seats can be, and great examples of appropriate dress. We are not frequent travelers and find to hard to appreciate recommendations. You nailed it!

Thank you again!

October 23, 2019 at 11:08 am

Hi Glenn, Thanks for taking the time to comment and glad you found our guide to going to the Paris Opera useful! If you decide to go yourselves, please feel free to let us know your thoughts and any tips you may have to share to future readers. Best, Jessica

Sara Post author

September 10, 2019 at 3:07 pm

Great info! I have booked a ticket for a ballet this november. I’m so excited! I would like to know what parts of the OG am I allowed to see if i come 1 hour before the performance? Thanks a lot

September 11, 2019 at 10:17 am

Hi Sara, The foyer, the grand staircase, and obviously the auditorium are the main areas and these are always open. Usually there are also a couple of the grand ground floor rooms open as well although the lights are not always on in them. You can see photos in our post above that shows the main areas you can walk around.

I think normally you can arrive about 45 minutes before your performance and they will let you inside, but it does depend on the specific performance and it may say on your ticket.

Just note if you are interested in see more and learning more about the Opera, you may want to take a self-guided or guided tour at a different time as not all parts will be open to you as someone attending a performance.

Enjoy your visit to the Opera Garnier!

October 23, 2019 at 4:20 am

Thanks a lot Jessica! So I’m guessing the Grand Foyer will be open during the ballet performance? So excited -24 days till I’m there?

October 23, 2019 at 11:03 am

It is usually open, but there is no guarantee since it is not a public area that is necessary for the performances. But it was open the last time I attended a performance at the Palas Garnier (although the lights were off). If it is not open, or you want to see and learn more about the opera house, you can tour the opera later on your visit.

Wishing you a great visit and hope you enjoy the ballet! Jessica

Kate E. Post author

July 9, 2019 at 10:35 pm

Thanks for this resource! We are planning to attend a chamber music performance next February on a Sunday. Any idea how long I could expect the performance to be?

July 9, 2019 at 10:39 pm

Hi Kate, The performances vary in length but I would guess maybe 1.5 to 2 hours. The duration are often listed in the performance description on the Paris Opera website but if not, I would suggest giving them a call to ask. Best, Jessica

Robert Post author

June 30, 2019 at 2:48 pm

It is also open to public visit (for €14). So my question is: Does attending a performance allow me to see as much of the OG as the visit ?

July 1, 2019 at 2:23 pm

Hi Robert, You can see many of the main parts of the Palais Garnier by attending a performance as you do during the tour, but not all. You also get an audioguide during the tour and obviously it is not so full of people. We’ve done a tour plus attended a few performances. They are difference experiences and if you just want to see the inside of the Paris opera house (and are interested in learning about its history), I’d do the tour as it is less expensive. But if you are looking for more of an experience, then I’d consider attending a performance. Best, Jessica

July 1, 2019 at 2:29 pm

Jessica thanks

Does the tour allow one to see the auditorium ?

July 1, 2019 at 5:55 pm

Hi Robert, Yes, the regular self-guided tour as well as the guided tours should all include at least a view of the auditorium with the Chagall painted ceiling and large chandelier. There are occasionally exceptions, but you should be told this upon entry and should ask if there are any restrictions before purchasing your ticket.

There are a few different types of tours, self-guided, guided, and there are also sometimes guided after hours evening tours .

Just note that like most opera and music houses photography is not allowed of the auditorium if there are performers on the stage (including if they are setting up, doing sound checks, or rehearsals).

Hope that helps! Jessica

Char Ploss Post author

June 10, 2019 at 1:15 pm

Hello, is there a way to find out the amount of space there is for the Baignoire and Loge sections?

In SF they’re much larger spaces and have comfortable chairs with space in between them so no arm rest issues and plenty of leg room. I don’t see that info on the SF Opera website’s floor plan or a link for FAQ. Any info, or suggestions for how to find out would be much appreciated – thank you!

June 10, 2019 at 2:11 pm

Opera Garnier is a much older opera house so seats are generally smaller. The further back the seats, generally the less legroom and seats get more narrow at the top. I don’t think there is any more detailed seating information available online beyond the general seating info and view from the seat given during the booking process.

I would call (almost all those answering phones speak French and English) or email for more information if you want to know more about seating dimensions/armrests etc. They should be able to answer those questions at the ticketing office.

If space and legroom are important, I’d recommend booking the best category of tickets you can comfortably afford at the Opera Garnier. Or consider a performance instead at the Opéra Bastille which is modern built and more comfortable – it is also better designed for opera so most of the operas are held there.

June 10, 2019 at 2:17 pm

Hi Jessica,

The two categories I asked about are the most expensive available, but we really want some idea of space relative to what we have in box seating here. Haven’t found info anywhere online so will call tomorrow.

Thanks, Char

June 10, 2019 at 2:42 pm

Good luck, and if you find out some more info on your call, please feel free to share here for future opera goers. I feel lucky to have a rough seating chart, seat numbers, and views from seats, several years ago none of this information was available online to help with booking! But it could definitely be improved.

If deciding between the loges and baignoires, the best of those categories is definitely the Category 1 loges (boxes), with the first row of the loges obviously being the most sought after row. I think all of the boxes have 3 rows.

For either, especially the Baignoire, be sure to double check the view from the particular seats online before booking. Some of those nearest the stage with the overhang results in a fairly poor view of the stage, especially if not in front.

Peter Post author

May 17, 2019 at 6:51 am

I’ve got a single ticket in the “nosebleed” upper section for Don Giovanni in July. Packing only a carry-on and so would prefer to wear my only pair of long pants (nice jeans) with a dress shirt, tie and light sweater. How bad will it be with the jeans?

May 17, 2019 at 7:08 am

Hi Peter, Unless you are attending a gala evening where there is a black tie dress code, there is no dress code enforced by the Opera Garnier on regular days although it is recommended that you dress nicely for the occasion. So you may feel a bit out of place in jeans but you will still be allowed in and no one is likely to comment. You shouldn’t need the tie if you don’t want to wear it, the dress shirt is enough.

A sweater is a good idea in case it is cold, and you can remove if hot. We have found the temperature not always ideal.

If you have a choice in terms of choosing one pair of pants to pack for Paris in July, you might choose a comfortable pair of non-jeans that are better suited to July weather, such as wrinkle-resistant lightweight chinos, and would also go better with your dress shirt for the opera.

Hope that helps, and wishing you a great time at Don Giovanni!

May 17, 2019 at 8:59 am

Thanks Jessica; I’m most grateful for your swift reply. I’ll try to fit a pair of dress pants into my bag tho.

BTW, am staying a few minutes walk SSW from the Eiffel Tower; figure it’s probably easier to Uber it to the Opera Garnier than figuring out how to change trains, for the metro but would be interested in your opinion on that…

May 17, 2019 at 9:26 am

You’re very welcome 😉

The Opera Garnier is well served by a number of metro and bus lines, so it is pretty easy to get here via public transit from most places in central Paris so I’d do that if it’s convenient. If you are near the Eiffel Tower, you are probably within walking distance of Line 8 (Balard / Pointe du Lac) which is one of the metro lines which stops near the Opera Garnier. Perhaps stations École Militaire or La Tour-Maubourg? If so you can take that directly to the Opera Garnier (stop Opéra).

BTW, if you are in Paris for more than a day or two and plan to do some walking within central Paris (not good for outskirts), I really like the Streetwise Paris map . It also includes the RER and metro stations, taxi stands, and major landmarks.

Kris Skjellerup Post author

June 7, 2019 at 3:21 pm

Question re the same opera but different night – Is closing night treated any differently? North America tends to dress up more for opening and closing. I was lucky enough to get a seat close to the stage for closing night — July 13. With thanks kris

June 9, 2019 at 1:01 pm

Hi Kris, I believe only gala nights have the formal dress code and this will normally be indicated when booking. So I am not sure if people dress up more in Paris for closing nights or not, but you can certainly do so if you wish 😉 Best, Jessica

Andy Post author

February 12, 2019 at 8:18 am

Great website! I have two questions. One, I might be travelling alone. Will the online ticket ordering allow me to buy a single seat? Secondly, just in case I want to dress up, is there a reasonable tuxedo rental place nearby?

February 12, 2019 at 9:34 am

Hi Andy, Yes, you should be able to reserve a single ticket at the Opera Garnier online. The difficulty for people is normally when you try to book for multiple people and it will not let you leave single seats empty. But after you create your account, you can go through the booking process to double check on this if the performance you want is not yet available online.

The 9th arrondissement is a huge shopping area so you should not have trouble renting a tuxedo in that area; however, note the French don’t normally call them tuxedos, but know them as “smoking jackets” or just “smoking”. One place to try is Pronuptia .

But unless you are going to a gala evening you won’t find many people in tuxedos, or even suits, and nice business wear is fine for most opera nights in Paris. But if you want to dress nicer, you certainly can 😉

Leona Post author

July 30, 2018 at 5:12 am

This information is just what I needed. I’m actually going to the opening night of the ballet season in September – the famous Défilé du ballet, so frocking up a little is on the menu!

July 30, 2018 at 5:15 am

Hi Leona, Thanks for taking the time to comment. So happy you found our article helpful and yes you should definitely dress up a bit for the opening night performances. A bit jealous that you are going to a ballet at the Palais Garnier – haven’t been in a few years 😉 Enjoy your time in Paris and the ballet! Best, Jessica

Jami Andrews Post author

May 8, 2018 at 3:13 pm

What a great article and your writing makes me want to go! It sounds inviting and charming. We will be in Paris in September, 2018. Taking in all that you have written, I am a little concerned about the seating. My family is tall with my older sons being 6’4 and 6’3. Where would you suggest a better seat would be based on this being the case?

May 10, 2018 at 1:13 am

Hi Jami, Going to the Opera Garnier is a great experience if you like the theatre or opera, especially if you like grand Old World settings 😉 But yes, the seats are smaller than you may be used to in newer theaters and there is less legroom – you can see one of my photos above from sitting in the amphitheatre seats and I am only 5′ 4″. So booking a better seat category is probably a good idea. I would recommend checking out the prices of the seats in the boxes (Loges and Baignoires), Balcon, Orchestra, and Optima seats. Generally, the more expensive the seat, the better the location. You can see more on seat types and ordering in this post . Enjoy your time in Paris! Jessica

Carrie Post author

December 15, 2017 at 2:52 pm

This post is fantastic! Thank you for taking the time to spell everything out in detail for those of us who are going to the Paris Opera for the first time and eager to learn more.

I’m trying to calculate what time to make my post-ballet dinner reservation. How long do the intermissions at Palais Garnier last? This ballet is 2 hours and 20 minutes long, with 2 intervals. Do you think I’m safe to make a reservation at Café de la Paix 3 hours after the ballet starts?

December 16, 2017 at 5:41 am

Hi Carrie, The intervals (or intermissions) are normally about 20 minutes. Normally in a production of 2 hours or so, there is only 1 interval, but the production may require more longer set changes than usual. So I think that 3 hours should be fine, maybe make it for 3 hours and 15 minutes after the start time to be safe as it may take a bit of time to get out of the auditorium, get your coat, exit, etc. At least you have only a short walk to the restaurant! Enjoy the ballet and post-ballet dinner! Best, Jessica

Laura Post author

February 14, 2017 at 9:38 am

Thanks so much for this article! I will be attending a ballet at the Palais Garnier with my sister in May, and I had exactly the questions you answered in this post – what to wear, how early to arrive, etc. Thanks for answering them. 🙂

February 14, 2017 at 12:16 pm

Hi Laura, Yeah, glad you found all the answers to your questions. Enjoy the ballet at the Palais Garnier with your sister. Best, Jessica

Jacqueline Martin Post author

January 3, 2017 at 1:32 pm

We have tickets to a premier night at Paris Bastille Opera. we have often attended, as we visit every year. This year it is “black tie” and my husband doesn’t even have a jacket – just a black sweater and pants. Will he get thrown out? I have appropriate clothing.

travelcats Post author

January 3, 2017 at 3:36 pm

Hi Jacqueline, I am envious that you get to attend one of the premier gala evenings. Since you know it is black tie I would recommend getting at least a jacket and tie for the evening for your husband. I am not sure if he would be allowed to attend or not but they may insist on at least a jacket to a formal event. But even if not, he may feel quite out of place if everyone else is dressed up. Black tie normally means a tuxedo (dinner jacket), bow tie, dress shirt, black pants, and dress shoes. The French rarely wear black tie compared to the British and Americans, so being a bit lax should be fine but I would at least recommend a jacket and regular neck tie. If you are not able to travel with these items, you can always rent them for just the day of the event either before you leave or during your stay in Paris. Just note that in France tuxedos are generally referred to in English as smoking jackets. If you are U.S. based, Men’s Warehouse has reasonably priced tuxedos and suits for rent. Best of luck and hope you enjoy the Paris Opera! Best, Jessica

Rachel Post author

September 20, 2016 at 9:42 pm

Thank you for the very helpful tips! We’re going in the beginning of December and can’t wait!

September 22, 2016 at 8:52 pm

Hi Rachel, You’re very welcome and I hope you enjoy your trip to Paris and performance at the Paris Opera! ~ Jessica

MEvans Post author

May 24, 2016 at 12:17 am

We went last night to a German opera. They had both English and French subtitles.

May 24, 2016 at 4:08 am

That is great! It is nice to have surtitles or subtitles or at least a program that describes the opera or play in one’s native language by each act to help follow along. Both the Opera Garnier and Bastille have equipment to project both French and English surtitles and it should be listed in each performance description if surtitles will be used during the performance. I have not been to a performance with surtitles in the Opera Garnier but I think they are now quite common. ~ Jessica

Steven Post author

April 1, 2016 at 6:40 pm

Thank you for this page! I found it in a Web search, trying to find as much info as we can before our scheduled visit. This will be our second trip to Paris but our first to Opera Garnier in June. Your page gave me all the information I needed and then some.. We had thought about doing the tour during the day, but we finally couldn’t resist seeing an actual performance (we shall probably end up doing both). Thank you for the valuable guide to seeing a performance there. We are so excited!

April 2, 2016 at 4:52 am

Hi Steven, Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. We actually just did the tour of the Opera for the first time this year and we thought that it was worth it as well, but you’ll get to see most (although not all) of the areas if you just show up a little early for the performance and wander around. The problem is that sometimes the actual theater part is closed (rehearsals, lighting checks, performances) during the day or completely dark. So a performance is the best way to see the main theater seating area with its beautiful Chagall ceiling. Enjoy! ~ Jessica

Girlcat7 Post author

March 29, 2016 at 12:22 pm

Thank you so much for information! I will be in Paris this May and have never been to the Palais Garnier, (we are going to the ballet) I was wondering what to wear and now I feel much more comfortable making that decision! Thank you!

March 30, 2016 at 8:33 am

Hi Kristin, glad that this article make you feel more comfortable in choosing what to wear to the ballet in Paris! Enjoy the ballet at the Palais Garnier and your time in Paris! ~ Jessica

pepamint01 Post author

May 30, 2015 at 11:09 pm

I just wanted to thank you for this article and your other article about purchasing tickets. This has taken a lot off my mind. I’ve never been to Paris and I’ve never seen an opera and/or ballet overseas so I am incredibly excited and overwhelmed. Thank you for taking the time to write about your experiences it has been incredibly helpful!

Best Wishes

June 1, 2015 at 5:23 pm

Glad you found the two articles on going to the Paris Opera helpful! I hope you have a wonderful trip to Paris and please feel free to email us if you have general Paris travel questions! ~ Jessica

Kelley Post author

March 4, 2015 at 3:33 pm

Thanks for the great article. My mother-in-law and I will be attending a ballet this May. It is on a Thursday night, but is the 1st night (premiere) of that ballet. Does this warrant dressing up more? Also, have you eaten at any of the places that you mention for after-ballet dining? Of so, do you have a favorite? Thanks so much.

March 4, 2015 at 3:57 pm

Hi Kelley, I think the dress would be the same as regular evenings as we’ve gone on a premiere evening as well and didn’t notice any big differences. It is really only the gala evenings (more expensive and specially organized) that you would be expected to be more dressed up (in 2015 it looks like there will be one gala evening in March and one in September at Palais Garnier). I have not gone to any of the listed nearby restaurants (only had coffee at the recommended Starbucks – the decor is very nice) but I am sure there are reviews on Tripadvisor for them that could be helpful. I would recommend choosing a restaurant nearby for evening performances as once we made a reservation about 20 min. away by metro and we had to rush to make the reservation. Enjoy the performance, it is a treat to attend performances in such a beautiful setting:)

Jules Post author

January 8, 2015 at 8:28 am

Hi, I just found this post and appreciate the great information! We will be attending an opera performance, and it will be our first time in the Opera Garnier. I read that you cannot of course take pictures during the actual performance, but do you think it would be okay to bring our Nikon camera to take pictures of the beautiful building before the show? Since we will already be in the building, I would prefer to take pictures with our real camera to get better quality than on our cell phones. I’m not sure if this is too “tacky” to have our big bulky camera during the performance night?

January 23, 2015 at 5:15 am

Hi Jules, I am glad you found our Paris Opera blog posts to be informative. We just had a small point-and-shoot camera that fit in my purse with us and took photos prior to the performance and also one time during the interval. If you have a compact camera or phone camera that will be easier to take and hold, but I don’t think a DSLR camera would be a problem (I would use one of your less bulky lens). You’ll need to place it under your seat or on your lap during the performance or check it at the coat check. Good luck and don’t worry about it too much, it is a great place for photos. I hope you enjoy the performance!

fojap Post author

October 17, 2014 at 4:12 am

Great information.

I just went to a premiere at the Palais Garnier last night. For reference, I’m from New York, so most of my comparisons are with that city. Also, I’ve been much more of a theater and dance goer, so this was my first premiere for an opera anywhere. As far as dress goes, it seemed to me that people were less dressy than in New York, on average, for a premiere. However, there were some people in black tie and evening gowns, so if you like to dress up, this is a good occasion for it. Most women were in cocktail dresses, many in fairly fancy ones. I did see a few women in elegant pantsuits, but these were mostly older women who appeared to have mobility issues, and they did look lovely, not casual at all. Some younger women did wear above the knee dresses, but generally not super sexy. Dress as you might for an evening wedding reception. Men were all in suits, some in black tie. There was champagne and hors d’ouevres during intermission. I really felt I was splurging to get tickets for the premiere, but I have to say it was very much worth it. The building itself lends a pagentry to the event. Although I didn’t see anyone turned away, there were people at the doors.

There was one little thing that confused me as a New Yorker, which was where to pick up tickets I’d bought on-line. Inside the theater, in the lobby, just up the first flight of interior stairs, there are two wooden desks, one on the left and one on the right. At one of them, there was a person that had all the tickets that were being picked up. You can’t pick them up early. You have to pick them up on your way in, starting about a half an hour before the performance. I’d brought my reference number with me, but he was able to find my tickets with just my name. It was very easy, but I felt a little insecure not having been to that theater before.

Everyone working there was extremely helpful and polite. If you’re unsure of where to go or the right thing to do, just ask.

As far as comfort issues go, I grew up going to Broadway theaters which are also nineteenth centruy buildings and am used to small seats, stairs and so on, so I didn’t really notice, but other people might. I did hear some people about me complaining about the temperature, so your advice about layers is very sound.

October 19, 2014 at 11:12 am

Thanks so much for providing all this excellent information about your own personal experience to the Paris Opera at the Palais Garnier! I really appreciate it and I am sure this will be really useful for future readers in addition to the info I shared. Just to clarify, I think you are specifically referring to an opening night premiere, correct? Not a regular night which is generally more office wear dress from my three experiences. This is really useful as I’ve never gone to one of the gala openings or premieres where people obviously dress up a bit more. Sounds like an amazing experience!

Garnier Post author

August 4, 2014 at 8:47 am

Thank for all this info. Even in french, it’s difficult to find such useful information.

August 4, 2014 at 2:28 pm

Thanks for taking the time to view our article and we are happy that you found our article on the Opera Garnier so useful! The information provided on the Paris Opera website has vastly approved since we initially booked a ticket a few years ago.

David Cartwright Post author

July 20, 2014 at 11:08 am

Thanks for a very useful article. When I went to the Garnier my comparisons tended to with the opera in London. However there were two things that worried me a little. First, when a seat became vacant during the performance ( someone didn’t like Pina Bausch !) there was an immediate scramble from the seats behind to climb over them to get closer to the action. Second, as the theatre filled up before the start, they let down collapsable seats at the end of the rows which eventually filled the aisle up! Fire regulations? Still, we enjoyed the evening.

July 20, 2014 at 11:15 am

Ah, yes, the folding seats at the ends of some of the aisles. These are often not sold so are just available and are good if you arrive late or need to leave early (we’ve used them for the latter once). But you are right, it is really difficult to get around when you need to get out quickly. We haven’t had the issue with the scrambling for seats as I can’t remember anyone leaving very early during any of our performances. Glad you still enjoyed your evening at the Paris Opera!

Leo Post author

February 3, 2014 at 2:01 am

I am about to wear my white tuxedo for the 2014 premiere of of Gluck /Pina Bausch/ “Orphée et Eurydice”. I don’t really care if I will be overdressed. 🙂

February 3, 2014 at 5:11 pm

Good for you! I definitely think that if you want to dress up, this is a fun place to do it. Have a wonderful time in Paris!

Teresa Post author

January 13, 2014 at 4:55 pm

Hi Ethan and Jessica, Thank you so much for this Palais Garnier info. My best friend and I will be attending a performance at the opera house on the evening of 11 May 2014. It is not an opera or a ballet, but it does seem to be some kind of a recital (I would have preferred seeing a ballet–even a modern one–but this is my friend’s first trip to Europe so I don’t want her to feel intimidated), so I hope your advice for appropriate clothing (business style) will hold true. My husband and I have been to several operas in other European cities and I normally where black velvet pants with a black “sparkly” top, but that seems like overkill in this case. Quite frankly, I wouldn’t mind wearing something a little less formal and I suspect my friend will be relieved, too.

January 13, 2014 at 11:08 pm

Hi Teresa – Except on gala evenings, most people don’t wear super formal clothing based on my three visits (2 ballets, one opera). Now I will note that business dress for Parisians may be a bit more formal than some places in the U.S., but a nice blouse/top and black pants or a skirt would be fine. The two older Frenchmen in front of us this past visit were wearing regular sweaters over khaki pants. There were men in suits and some women in nice dresses, but many folks looked like they were coming straight from the office. I think it is a great opportunity to dress up if you want, but if you are wearing clothing appropriate for an office, you should fit in fine and you’ll be comfortable. Just note that it can get quite hot (or cold) inside the theater so I would dress in layers as we were quite warm last May. Have a great trip and I would love it if you came back and reported your thoughts after you visit.

Melissa Post author

August 14, 2013 at 4:22 am

Thanks for sharing all of these great tips (I now feel like an insider)! I definitely would not be able to find all of this helpful information on my own! I love all of the beautiful photos too!

August 14, 2013 at 10:14 am

Yes, it is sooo beautiful!

Shaun Post author

August 11, 2013 at 4:36 am

Hello there! I just needed to state that this article is amazing and includes so many details about attending the Opera Garnier in Paris. I searched a long time for some of this information and found it all here in this one article. Thanks!

August 11, 2013 at 10:49 am

Thanks Shaun, we are glad you found this article helpful! It can be difficult to find much detailed English information on booking and attending performances at the Palais Garnier so we wanted to make these two posts to help those, who likes us, had searched for this information.

Angela Post author

August 4, 2013 at 5:22 pm

Wow what a beautiful old theatre, a real step back in time! Loved the leg-room shot, classic. Thanks for the tips on what to wear as well, will definitely think about booking a ticket next time I’m in Paris.

August 4, 2013 at 6:19 pm

Haha, yes, if you want to get real up close and personal with some strangers, choose a seat in the Amphitheatre:) The French man in the seat in front of me turned around later and complained about my knees (at least I think so with my limited French). So I kept my knees apart (very unladylike!) or moved them to the side the rest of the opera, oh my! Despite all this, it was still worth it to me to be able to watch another performance at this wonderful place.

Jill (HK) Post author

July 26, 2013 at 9:11 pm

Very helpful info here, thank you very much for sharing. I’m wondering if you’ve attended during winter? I am concerned about how warm the Opera Garnier can get even then, as we had such experience in Vienna State Opera.

July 26, 2013 at 10:35 pm

Hello Jill, welcome to our blog. I am glad that you found the Opera articles helpful. We have not attended during the winter, only Spring and Summer. In the three performances I have attended, twice the temperature was fine (once in Orchestra, once in Amphitheatre), but the second time in the Amphitheatre it was quite warm. The Amphitheatre tends to be hotter and the seats more uncomfortable (folding, set high, narrow) than some of the other sections. The higher up you sit in the theatre the more likely it will be hot, and the lower level seats are more likely to be cooler. Personally, we would prefer to be too cool so we can just put on our jacket as there was very little we could do about being hot. Good luck, and I hope you have a wonderful time at the Opera Garnier, it’s a beautiful venue. Feel free to ask if you have any further questions.

Jackie H Post author

July 25, 2013 at 6:29 pm

Wow, another great article! Great information in both of your Paris Opera blog posts. Love the pics, you and the building are so beautiful!

July 25, 2013 at 6:54 pm

Thanks for stopping by again, Jackie. I am really glad you enjoyed the post!

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