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The Hungarian State Opera House is a historic opera house located in central Budapest, on Andrássy avenue. Originally known as the Hungarian Royal …

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Mar 29, 2025
The state opera house is unbelievable with very ornate decorations. We loved it! At the end there was a "mini" performance from male and female singer. Unbelievable! I have never seen an Opera perfor…Full review by Rob D
Mar 25, 2025
This is a spectacular place the staff wonderful and friendly. We booked months in advance to see the nutcracker ballet and it was amazing.Full review by Looloo1982
Mar 1, 2025
The shows are good, but also the excellent old style building. And I appreciate that it is near the metro. Not too long shows. A beautiful experience for all ages.Full review by NorthStar29836295435

Facts

Construction completed:1875
Opened:1884
Architect:Miklós Ybl

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Hi! If I purchase tickets on an earlier day, how early do I need to arrive on the day of tour? Are there bag checks? Do I …
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Hi! If I purchase tickets on an earlier day, how early do I need to arrive on the day of tour? Are there bag checks? Do I need to arrive earlier than the indicated 3/4pm? Thank you!
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no bag check when we went though I wouldn't bring a large bag with me. Arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour starts.
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For the guided tours of the opera house, is it possible to book tickets online in advance?
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Yes you can purchase tickets online, however at a reduced rate to standard price as you can’t see the whole opera house due to renovations, but you do see quite a bit of rooms which …
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Yes you can purchase tickets online, however at a reduced rate to standard price as you can’t see the whole opera house due to renovations, but you do see quite a bit of rooms which reflects in reduced price and have mini opera concert at the end that lasts around 15 minutes which is very good. You still have the option to purchase tickets on the day, which tours are on set times throughout the day. Well worth a visit
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Can I see the tour and mini concert on Monday June 24th? or will it be closed then?
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Mostly mondays are closed for museums
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Answer by Anand N · Jun 9, 2019
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Will the Opera House be open for visitors on September 9-19, 2019?
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The main opera house will not be open until spring or summer 2020. We were there in May abd our guide said construction is behind schedule. You can tour the main stairs, the buffet …
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The main opera house will not be open until spring or summer 2020. We were there in May abd our guide said construction is behind schedule. You can tour the main stairs, the buffet lounge, the smoking room, and another hallway now. At the end of the tour, 2 singers will sing short arias and duets. This tour takes about 45 minutes
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