Opéra National de Paris self guided tour

356 reviews

1 hr 30 min · typically 1–2 hours total

Explore this majestic symbol of Parisian culture and enjoy its awe-inspiring interiors.

All-Inclusive
Indoors
Tours
Landmarks and monuments
Historic and cultural

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Adult 13–64 years

€ 20,00€ 22,22

Child 4–12 yearsi

€ 14,00€ 15,56

Estimated total · € 20,00

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Overview

The Opéra National de Paris, also known as the Palais Garnier, is an iconic opera house located in the heart of Paris. You’ll get the chance to take a self-guided tour around the opulent building and enjoy its plush interiors at your own pace. Wander around the sumptuous Grand Foyer, adorned with dazzling chandeliers and intricate frescoes, and take a peek at the grand staircase with its ornate balustrades.

With your pass, you’ll also get access to the current exhibitions when available, so be sure to check them out!

Location

Place de l’Opéra
75009 Paris

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Oliver V.
Jan 2025
Entry was quicker than websites suggested. Seating/rest spots helped older travelers in our group, we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Quinn G.
Apr 2025
Straightforward redemption with our pass. Transitions between rooms or stops felt purposeful, worth blocking a half-day for.

Aria F.
Feb 2025
Clear signage when we arrived. worth blocking a half-day for.

Marcus S.
Sep 2025
A calm experience even on a crowded day. easily one of the highlights of our trip. (Helpful contrasts with nearby attractions.)

Luca F.
Apr 2025
A calm experience even on a crowded day. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Ben D.
Feb 2026
Easy to combine with other sights. Queues moved faster than expected, with straightforward entry.

Ben M.
Mar 2025
We squeezed it into a packed weekend without stress. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, worth blocking a half-day for.

Chloe V.
Feb 2025
Easy to combine with other sights. We learned more than expected in a short visit, with straightforward entry.

Ben L.
Mar 2026
Helpful crew and clear instructions. even though it was a busy day.

Oliver A.
Oct 2025
The pace worked well with kids. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, we’d echo the hype online. (Morning slot felt ideal.)

Ada B.
Oct 2025
Clear signage when we arrived. and we felt we got our money’s worth.

James A.
May 2025
Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. with straightforward entry.

Hanna F.
Sep 2025
Easy to combine with other sights. Plenty of time to explore afterward, even though it was a busy day.

Leo E.
Apr 2025
More impressive in person than the photos. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Sofia N.
Mar 2025
Smooth check-in with no surprises. (Audio / guide quality was stronger than usual, even though it was a busy day.)

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