Palais Garnier
Opera house · Chaussee d'Antin
Pl. de l'Opéra, 75009 Paris, France
Highlights
Opulent opera house with stunning architecture and grand staircase
Opulent opera house with stunning architecture and grand staircase
"A historic, opulent opera house where couples can experience world-class ballet and opera performances in a grand, atmospheric setting that epitomizes Parisian cultural romance." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A historic opera house where visitors can book performances for a grand evening experience, recommended alongside other cultural outings during a winter visit." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A historic opera house with stunning 19th-century architecture, fully accessible with various guides for visitors with disabilities."
"The pinnacle of Napoleon III architecture, the resplendent Le Palais Garnier opera house is opulent from every angle. The facade is covered with ornamentation and busts, as well as l'Harmonie and La Poésie, the two gilded copper statues flanking the entrance from on high. Inside, make sure to channel your best "Phantom of the Opera" moment on the iconic lobby's Grand Staircase, a triumph of decadent Parisian design. Admission costs about 14 euros, but it's well worth it—walking through these public spaces is like walking into the Paris of the past." - Melissa Liebling-Goldberg, Julia Eskins
"The most famous opera house in Paris, known for its stunning architecture and interesting guided tours."
