Explore Paris’s opera history with a musicologist guide. Discover opera houses, famous composers, and intriguing stories on this immersive walking tour.
Explore Paris’s opera history with a musicologist guide. Discover opera houses, famous composers, and intriguing stories on this immersive walking tour.
- La Comédie Française - The starting point of the tour, where participants explore the second oldest theater and company in Paris, successors of Molière himself. Entry is not included.
- Palais-Royal - This magnificent Royal Palace in Paris is among the most stunning Parisian palaces and was the site of the first opera house, featuring its…
- La Comédie Française - The starting point of the tour, where participants explore the second oldest theater and company in Paris, successors of Molière himself. Entry is not included.
- Palais-Royal - This magnificent Royal Palace in Paris is among the most stunning Parisian palaces and was the site of the first opera house, featuring its splendid gardens, located just opposite the Louvre museum. Access to the gardens is free.
- Square Louvois - Once the location of an opera house, it is now a park with a fountain.
- Théâtre des Bouffes-Parisiens - A theater with over 150 years of history, established by Jacques Offenbach, the pioneer of operetta and French cancan.
- Opéra Comique - Among the oldest and most exquisite theaters in Paris. Participants learn about its architecture and its vast musical legacy, establishing it as one of Europe’s most significant opera houses. Entry is not included.
- Palais Garnier - Participants admire the lavish architecture of Palais Garnier and discover tales about its construction, myths, and musical masterpieces. Entry is not included.
- Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet - A 19th-century Parisian theater, renowned as one of the most beautiful Italian-style theaters in the city.
- Sound and photo support
- In-depth stories and historical context
- English & French Speaking Local Guide
- Sound and photo support
- In-depth stories and historical context
- English & French Speaking Local Guide
- Food
- Food
Embark on an immersive journey through the history of opera in Paris with our expert musicologist guide, a specialist in music history. As you wander the streets of Paris, explore both contemporary and historical opera houses, trace the development of this distinctive genre, and uncover the secrets of renowned composers and musicians. Enjoy anecdotes,…
Embark on an immersive journey through the history of opera in Paris with our expert musicologist guide, a specialist in music history. As you wander the streets of Paris, explore both contemporary and historical opera houses, trace the development of this distinctive genre, and uncover the secrets of renowned composers and musicians. Enjoy anecdotes, legends, political intrigues, and even tales of crime, all accompanied by some of the most exquisite opera music ever composed.
- Infants and children under 7 are admitted free of charge, accompanied by an adult.
- The total duration of the tour includes the travel time (walking from one point to another).
- Walking tour is entirely outdoors, and we won’t be entering any attractions listed on tour details.
- The tour is maintained in case of rain.
- Non advised for people with severe moving difficulties
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.