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Hungarian State Opera House
(Magyar Állami Operaház)
Opera House
Budapest VI. kerülete, Budapest
"Beautiful opera house with outstanding production of Tosca."(3 Tips)
"go inside and take the tour with a mini concert totally worth it"(2 Tips)
"Excellent place to enjoy an opera performance."(2 Tips)
"Excellent tour, highly recommended!"(18 Tips)
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ValentinaJanuary 5, 2015Magnificent performance, pure sound, talented actors, incredible interior. Note: in winter cloakroom is used for extra fee. Better to book tickets beforehand, otherwise standing only are available.Upvote14DownvoteUpvoted Feb 8
Jose A. MadariagaJanuary 3, 2016Very cheap seats for every play. The guided tour (eng, ita, spa..) is very recommended too. Dont pay the picture fee, you will be able to take them anyway (the leaders doesnt stop anyone)
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Daria MDecember 27, 2014If you have a box seat, you can take your upper clothes with you, there is a place for it. Don't forget to visit the balcony facing Andrasi on the second floor and enjoy. The place is magic!Upvote9Downvote
Ilana ZholobovskySeptember 26, 2014You can find really cheap tickets for ballet, for as little as 1500 HUF. Easy to order, everything is on their website.
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Fluying ✅September 11, 2016Tour in English usually run at 15:00 and 16:00. If your are attending to a performance, you may skip the tour as the greatest thing is the interiors.Upvote1Downvote
We Love BudapestOctober 17, 2014Worth seeing a show as much for the opera as to admire the ambience of the stunning architecture - both inside and out. Keep in mind tickets often sell out in advance.
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NassimAugust 9, 2017One of the most beautiful opera house I've ever been to. And amazing rooftop with the musicians statues. Don't miss a Coffee at its nostalgic café.UpvoteDownvote
HelenJune 5, 2017MUST SEE! Try to buy tickets for a play or for a rehearsal a few hours before. They are really cheap (400ft)!! That way you see the interior avoiding the expensive tours..UpvoteDownvote
Ecem ErsozJanuary 13, 2018The opera house is lovely and u at the end of the tour there is small opera for you. Such a cuteUpvote1Downvote- Carl GriffinDecember 31, 2015Stunning painted dome. Excellent place to enjoy an opera performance.Upvote1Downvote
Yiannis K.December 31, 2015A place you must see. If you're lucky enough to attend an opera, it's an unforgettable experienceUpvote1Downvote
Marco VoormolenJanuary 7, 2017Great and beautiful place. Only criticism would that they regularly perform operas in Hungarian instead of original language with surtitles lacking humour/nuances.UpvoteDownvote
Andrew KellerAugust 20, 2014Must see in Budapest, but be warned they will require you to pay an additional 500 HUF for a wristband that allows you to take photographs, in addition to the admission/tour fee.UpvoteDownvote
SiobhánSeptember 19, 2017Highly recommend the tour as it's breathtakingly beautiful and our guide was both hilarious and informative.UpvoteDownvote
I'm working here. I'm think this building is soo amazing and beautiful. If you want a special tour, please contact me and maybe make a guided tour.UpvoteDownvote
SvetaNovember 26, 2016Beautiful inside out. If you are not into opera, come for a guided tour to admire the interior.UpvoteDownvote
Berkay ŞentürkJanuary 3, 2016One of the best buildings of Budapest, simply amazing. The guided tour is definitely worth to take.UpvoteDownvote
JJanuary 1, 2016Attendance this opera is a must in Budapest! It is very beautiful in and outside. "The Bat" performance is flawlessUpvote1Downvote- Gerry HornikMay 27, 2014A wonderful surprise. Beautiful opera house with outstanding production of Tosca. And the prices are very reasonable.UpvoteDownvote
Spyridon MichalopoulosFebruary 19, 2014Excellent experience! Hungary is not only food but has a grant culture also! Explore it!
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Vsevolod BorisovApril 4, 2017Terrace is very nice place sorting a break, don't resist to drink a cop of coffee and feel Budapest night.UpvoteDownvote
Zoe T. ✨March 20, 2016Saw the ballet and the tickets were super cheap for the great show
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Sophie CampbellMay 7, 2016Architecture, tours, ballet. Go in the day time to shows tickets are cheaper
UpvoteDownvote- Réka ManonJanuary 27, 2015Anne Trulave's role is a pearl in Stravinsky's piece! Such wonderful arias,brava!
UpvoteDownvote - Pelin DuraMarch 19, 2015go inside and take the tour with a mini concert totally worth itUpvoteDownvote
MorganJanuary 24, 2016Beautiful interior and lovely cast, but they advertise full translations during shows and didn't really deliver...UpvoteDownvote
TOBE GalleryOctober 19, 2015Gorgeous building on Andrassy Avenue, style, culture, entertainment in one placeUpvoteDownvote
Losninos WillyDecember 22, 2013The building is incredible. The performance of "fledermaus" a disaster with bad humour on top of continuously missing subtitles.UpvoteDownvote
NisthaMay 1, 2018You can enter and have an idea if you really want to spend money to see it all.UpvoteDownvote
peter dunnJuly 12, 2012For a little extra $ you get a truly lovely 10 minute recital by an up and comer.
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Pat PetrusJune 29, 2012Watching the opera itself is much cheaper than the stupid tour (and u need to pay more for photography license).Upvote2Downvote
Good and fast service on buffet, fine foods and drinks!!!Upvote1Downvote
Eya OropillaApril 6, 2013Take time to look at the ceiling details, it's magnificent :-)Upvote2Downvote
Brenda DoggettDecember 19, 2011They do tours, so don't worry about bringing your camera to the performance.Upvote1Downvote
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