Opéra Bastille

The Paris Opera's vast modern house, opened in 1989 for the bicentenary of the Revolution. A glass-and-steel counterpoint to the gilded Palais Garnier, its 2,700-seat auditorium hosts opera and ballet — and backstage guided tours run on selected days.

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Type
Opera house (1989)
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Address
Place de la Bastille, 75012 Paris
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Admission
Performances & guided tours · book ahead
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Access
Open access · free
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Access
Métro Bastille (1, 5, 8)
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Nearby
Place de la Bastille, the July Column and Rue de Lappe are right outside.

Where it is — and what's around

Opéra Bastille (pulsing marker) at the centre. Toggle the filters to show the heritage, restaurants and activities of the 11th — and the hotels around.