Opera de Paris, opera Garnier

L'Opéra Garnier

Place de l'Opéra - 75009 Paris
Métro Opéra
Tel: 01 47 42 57 50 
Open: representations
 

   The architect Charles Garnier designed this magnificent building after winning Hausmann's competition for the construction of an Opera. The palace, built in a baroque style, was opened in 1875. The rococo Opera Staircase and the ceilings painted by Chagal are worthy of admiration.