PARIS · FRANCE
Palais Garnier
Stop 13 of 18 on Travelhour's Paris walking day
About Palais Garnier
The Palais Garnier, also known as Opéra Garnier, is a historic 1,979-seat opera house at the Place de l'Opéra in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, France. It was built for the Paris Opera from 1861 to 1875 at the behest of Emperor Napoleon III. Initially referred to as le nouvel Opéra de Paris, it soon became known as the Palais Garnier, "in acknowledgment of its extraordinary opulence" and the architect Charles Garnier's plans and designs, which are representative of the Napoleon III style. It was the primary theatre of the Paris Opera and its associated Paris Opera Ballet until 1989, when a new opera house, the Opéra Bastille, opened at the Place de la Bastille. The company now uses the Palais Garnier mainly for ballet. The theatre has been a monument historique of France since 1923.
Frequently asked
Palais Garnier — questions travellers ask
- How much are Palais Garnier tickets?
- Palais Garnier ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Palais Garnier opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Palais Garnier website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Palais Garnier?
- Palais Garnier is centrally located in Paris, France. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Palais Garnier worth visiting?
- Yes — The Palais Garnier, also known as Opéra Garnier, is a historic 1,979-seat opera house at the Place de l'Opéra in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, France.
- How long do you need at Palais Garnier?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Palais Garnier, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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