Visit Opera Garnier

Led by a tour guide, you will be amazed by the rich architecture and decor of the Palais Garnier.

Your visit will begin with the “Rotonde des Abonnes” (Members’ Rotunda) which was formerly used to welcome the audience, and where you will be able to discover the unique signature of the architect Charles Garnier amongst the arabesques.

The mysterious Prophetess Pythia will greet you before you take the majestic “Grand Escalier” (Main Staircase), which brings you to the auditorium, the lounges and the foyers. The abundant decor, the splendour of the various foyers and the variety of materials used will take your breath away. The numerous paintings and sculptures allow the Palais Garnier to be not only a theatre but also a museum at the same time.

Languages of the tour:

3 languages are available - French, English, Spanish.

Departure time:

English tour runs daily, 11.00h or 14.30h

Duration of the tour:

1h 30

Practical information:

 Disabled access
 Bar inside 
Taxi stand 
Parking 
Restaurant 
Cloakroom

Note

The Palais Garnier, being a show site, for technical or artistic reasons, we cannot guarantee systematic access to the Auditorium. In this case, a ticket valid for 1 year on an unguided tour will be offered as compensation by the Opera Garnier.