Opened in 1875, the opera house designed by Charles Garnier stands at the end of the Avenue de l'Opéra in Paris. Visitors climb the marble grand staircase and walk through the gilded Grand Foyer, and the auditorium ceiling holds a Chagall mural.
Highlights
- Marble Grand Staircase
- Gilded Grand Foyer
- Costumes from past productions
Good to know
- Timed tickets booked online in advance
- Queues at the entrance and staircase
- Visit early to avoid crowds
