Opéra Garnier

Private Tour

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“Unveil the splendor of the Opéra Garnier with a private-guided tour.”

  • 3 hours

  • Up to 4 adults: 630€ (all taxes included) for the guiding services and tickets. For larger groups, please contact us for a quote.

    Rates cover the private guide’s time and services. Any entry fees, transportation, meals, or other third-party costs are not included unless specified. Read cancellation policies here.

    • Guiding services: Licensed guide for the tour duration

    • Entrance fees

    • Tour of the Opéra Garnier and surroundings with private guide

    • Step inside one of the most spectacular opera houses in the world, from its grand staircase to its gilded auditorium.

    • Learn the real stories behind The Phantom of the Opera and the building’s fascinating history.

    • Admire the famous Marc Chagall ceiling and the lavish Belle Époque décor up close.

    • Enjoy insider anecdotes and hidden details you would never notice on your own.

  • Three steps to validate your booking:

    1. Contact us using the form

    2. We will contact you back within 24h with a planning and a budget for your tour

    3. The tour is validated with your payment

Step into a world of grandeur, history, and architectural brilliance with an exclusive private Opéra Garnier guided tour in the heart of Paris. Also known as the Palais Garnier, this world-famous 19th-century opera house is a jewel of Beaux-Arts architecture and the legendary setting for Gaston Leroux’s The Phantom of the Opera.

With reserved priority tickets, bypass the general admission queues and explore the monument alongside a dedicated private guide. Marvel at the dramatic Grand Escalier (Grand Staircase) carved from Italian marble, wander through the opulent Grand Foyer designed to rival the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, and discover the magnificent auditorium featuring Marc Chagall’s vibrant, modern ceiling painting. Learn about Charles Garnier’s architectural feat, Napoleon III’s imperial influence, and the fascinating myths and legends hidden beneath the stage.

Tour Highlights:

  • Priority Entrance: Fast-track access tickets to skip the main entrance queues.

  • Expert Private English Guide: An engaging, personalized tour tailored to your group’s pacing and interests.

  • Architectural Marvels: Discover the Grand Staircase, the Grand Foyer, the Rotonde des Abonnés, and the main auditorium.

  • The Phantom’s Legend: Uncover the true stories and theatrical secrets that inspired The Phantom of the Opera.

Tour Details:

  • Duration: 3 hours

  • Meeting Point: Central Paris near Palais Garnier (exact location provided upon booking)

  • Inclusions: Priority entry tickets, dedicated private English-speaking guide, fully personalized commentary

An opulent ornate hall from Opéra Garnier in Paris, decorated with gold accents, large chandeliers, and painted ceilings. People are seated at tables in the dimly lit space.

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Three steps to validate your booking :

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  2. I will contact you back within 24 hours with a planning and a budget for your tour

  3. The booking is confirmed with your payment

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