Hyun Jung Lee (01.11.2017 21:54)
Go to the free access open rooftop for a great view. You can grab coffee at starbucks on one of the floors on the way up or a drinks at the rooftop itself. The rest is the usual fancy department store with a colorful stained-glass cupola.
michael koon (30.10.2017 20:19)
We went to the opening night of the Balanchine/Teshagawa ballet here and it was a great show. It is a very intimate arena compare to Lincoln Center in NYC. I would definitely sit in the loge areas and bring binoculars. The place is majestic.
Emel Yilmaz (05.09.2017 15:50)
The magnificient "Opera Garnier" is within walking distance of major shopping area.The architecture and style is simply breathtaking.... The Opera house is still functional...Such a beautiful building, great architecture and fascinating inside decoration.We really enjoyed our visit . Plan to spend 2-3 hours. Sit on the steps outside, drink your coke and watch the folks from all over the world :)
Vincent Sabio (20.08.2017 18:55)
We spent two weeks traveling through Europe and visiting all kinds of sites -- both modern and historical -- and Palais Garnier (the Paris Opera House) was our favorite. If you visit here, definitely sign up for a guided tour! The tour includes the orchestra section of the auditorium; you sir in the front orchestra while the tour guide speaks of that part of the tour. In contrast, if you do the self-guided tour, you can see the auditorium only from the Box level (two viewing boxes on either side of the auditorium, and the boxes are very crowded). If you do a self-guided tour, then get the audio headsets that help provide the history of the building and the individual rooms and their contents.
Conrad Egbert (08.08.2017 15:14)
Stunning is the only word that comes to mind! The architecture and style will simply blow your mind, not to mention how immaculately preserved it is. The Opera house is still functional so maybe that helps in its upkeep and maintenance. The main staircase is art itself. Every corner of this magical place is a sight to behold. Definitely a must visit.