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The Royal Opera, Versailles
Versailles›Yvelines›Île-de-France›France
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45min
45min
€10
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About The Royal Opera
The Royal Opera at the Palace of Versailles is a late 18th-century theater designed by architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel, inaugurated on 16 May 1770 for the wedding celebrations of the future Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette. At the time of its opening, it was the largest concert hall in Europe, seating approximately 700 spectators. The oval auditorium is built almost entirely of wood painted to resemble marble, a technique that produces exceptional acoustics.
The Royal Opera — Planning Your Visit
Opening Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday09:00 - 18:30
Wednesday09:00 - 18:30
Thursday09:00 - 18:30
Friday09:00 - 18:30
Saturday09:00 - 18:30
Sunday09:00 - 18:30
Ticket Prices
Guided Tour – Private Apartments & Royal Opera
Recommended90-minute guided tour including the Private Apartments of Louis XV and Louis XVI, the Royal Opera, and the Royal Chapel. Palace admission ticket (Passport) required separately. Book in advance by phone or email.
€10
Before the Revolution, the Royal Opera hosted only about 40 events in nearly 20 years, each one a major state occasion. Performances were reserved for royal weddings, diplomatic receptions, and visits by foreign heads of state, making an invitation one of the most exclusive privileges at court.
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9h 41min
Versailles in One Day
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€25.00
9h 50min
Versailles: Palaces and Parks
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HistoricalCastleUNESCO Heritageand 5 more
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€25.00
8h 18min
Versailles Beyond the Palace
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€7.00
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