Paris Opera Garnier Ticket

Visit the most glamorous building in the world,
the Opéra Garnier

Visit the Opéra Garnier, the most glamorous building in Paris. Built during the reign of Napoleon III, the Opéra Garnier was named after its architect, Charles Garnier.

Garnier's architecture stands out for its splendor, and the grand staircase at the entrance is said to have preserved the splendor of the marble! Visit and admire the rose marble columns, Baroque statues, and intricately carved friezes on the facade.

How to get to the Opéra Garnier

The Paris Opéra Garnier is located in the 9th arrondissement, Zone 1 of Paris. The easiest way to get there is by subway, and you can get off at the Opéra station. One of the best things about the Opéra Garnier is that it is located right next to the Galeries Lafayette and Printemps department stores.

So you can go shopping right after seeing the Opéra Garnier. 

Story of the Opéra Garnier

Does the exterior of the Paris Opéra Garnier remind you of anything? Parisians call the Opéra Garnier building a 'wedding cake'. The exterior looks a bit like a cake, doesn't it? Especially the statues above look like candles.

The interior of the building is a theater with approximately 2,106 seats. It's not huge, but it's really gorgeous. Performances by Jean-Philippe Rameau, Christoph Willibald Gluck, and Jean-Baptiste Lully were held here, and to date, more than 600 operas and more than 300 ballet performances have been held.

Fall in love with the more splendid interior

If you see the inside of the Paris Opéra Garnier in person, you will fully understand why it is called the most glamorous building in Paris. The golden interior, the huge chandeliers, and the splendor beyond that of a castle are so dazzlingly beautiful. 

In addition, each and every ceiling mural is so gorgeous and wonderful that it is considered a work of art. You may have a sore neck from looking at the ceiling when you enter!

Little tips for the Opéra Garnier

Performances are still held at the Opéra Garnier. The 'flower' inside the theater is the Chagall ceiling painting right above it. You can't see this work at any time. So when should I go to see it? 

The answer is on days when there are no performances. On days when there are performances, you cannot enter the theater due to preparations for the performance. So be sure to visit on days when there are no performances.