Hungarian State Opera House
A jewel of a neo-Renaissance opera house on Budapest's grand Andrassy Avenue - gilded, frescoed and acoustically superb, seen on a tour or at a performance.
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The Hungarian State Opera House on Budapest's grand Andrassy Avenue is one of the most beautiful in Europe, a lavish neo-Renaissance building of gilded balconies, frescoed ceilings and a great chandelier, with acoustics ranked among the finest anywhere. Whether on a daytime tour or dressed up for a performance, its opulent interior is a highlight of the city.
What you actually see
- The auditorium - the gilded horseshoe of balconies under a frescoed ceiling.
- The grand staircase and foyer - the marble and gold ceremonial spaces.
- A performance - opera and ballet in one of Europe's finest houses.
- The guided tour - the daytime tour of the opulent interior.
When to go
Year-round; daytime tours run for those not attending a performance, and the opera and ballet season fills the calendar. Book performances ahead for the full experience.
Honest expectations
It is seen either on a guided tour or by attending a performance, so plan which. Recently restored, it is dazzling, though tours are short. Tickets for performances are excellent value compared with Western Europe.
Nearby
Andrassy Avenue, St Stephen's Basilica and the House of Terror are along the same street.
What to pack for Hungarian State Opera House
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
