Opera de Paris Garnier, Paris
Opera de Paris Garnier
Address: Place de l’Opera
Arrondissement: 9th
Hours: Varies.
Tickets: Varies.
WWW: Opera de Paris Garnier
Phone: 0 892 89 90 90 (0,34€ la minute) or le +33 1 72 29 35 35
Email: resa.internet@opera-de-paris.fr
The Opera des Paris was built by Charles Garnier for its patron, Emperor Napolean III. A small underground lake delayed construction which ran from 1862 – 1875 but it was wealth worth the effort. The beautiful buildings pond became the hiding place of the “Phantom of the Opera” in the infamous play. It still stands as one of the most magnificent symbols of the 19th century baroque style architecture. Although it has a minuet seating capacity of 2,200, it still remains one of the most enormous theaters in the world. It stretches 172 meters long, 125 meters wide with a soaring height of 736 meters. As if the splendid façade wasn’t enough, the massive buildings baroque interior styling includes a 30 meter marble Grand staircase, mosaic ceiling tiles and giant chandeliers. Just beyond the impressive foyer, the copper domed auditorium that features a giant 6 ton chandelier, red velvet fabrics, flying cherubs and a handpainted ceiling by Marc Chagall. The stage rooms up to 450 actors. The inspiring and remarkable Opera is now used mainly for ballets since the opening of the Opera de Paris Bastille in 1989.
Getting to Opera des Paris Garnier
You can find Opera des Paris Garnier on tube lines 3, 7 or 8 at station Opera.
Opera des Paris Garnier Hotels
Located at 21 Boulevard de Clichy, the 2 star TimHotel Saint Georges truly offers more bang for your buck. The recently renovated hotel features 74 snug rooms with a view of either the inner garden or the beautiful Montmarte structure. It is also close by theatres, nightclubs and cabaret bars including the infamous Moulin Rouge. It is a great place to call home during your stay in Paris. Prices start at 40EUR per night.
Located at 22 Rue d’Antin, 3 star Hotel France d’Antin is a tranquil place to stay during your busy time in Paris. The neutral décor and beautiful furnishings add an inviting ambiance to all of the rooms. The hotel is also a few steps from the Opera, La Madeleine church, the Louvre and great Parisian shopping. Prices start at 101EUR per night.
Located at 21 Rue Lavoisier, the 4 star Le Lavoisier hotel is perfect for the traveler who wants peace and quiet after a busy day about the city. The townhouse, located on a quiet side street next to Rue St. Honor, dates back to the 1800’s. The façade and interior keeps some of its 19th century charms but the Le Lavoisier has been renovated with pastel shades and neo classical furniture to give it boutique hotel appeal. It is truly serene and relaxing stay. Prices start at 158EUR per night.
Photo of the Grand Foyer courtesy of Wikimedia.org
