About The Vienna State Opera House (Wiener Staatsoper)

The Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) is one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world. Built in1869 and planned by architects August Sicard von Sicardsburg and Eduard van der Nüll, it reopened in 1955 following the devastation in World War II. It is a must-visit in Vienna. One can get to see the seven decades of the opera on CD or DVD and also a comprehensively illustrated book.

Originally called the Vienna Court Opera, it was renamed the Vienna State Opera. Members of the Vienna Philharmonic are recruited from this orchestra. Get to see many insights into the opera house by taking up the guided tour.

Must See

  • Vienna State Opera
  • Museum and tours
  • Vienna Opera Ball

How to reach

  • Underground: U1, U2, U4 – Stop at KARLSPLATZ
  • Trams: 1, 2, D, 62, 71 – Stop at OPERNRING
  • Bus: 59A Regional railway: Badner Bahn
  • Taxis are available nearby. After the performances taxis will drive up to the main entrance
  • Park your car for 8 hours at € 7 at the Wiener Staatsoper.

Tips

  • Register in advance if going in a group.
  • Individuals need not register in advance, come to the entrance (corner Operngasse) 15 minutes ahead of time.
  • If you need wheelchair assistance, book in advance as it is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
  • Buy tickets at Viennaconcerts.com for the Vienna State Opera months in advance.
  • The guided tour takes you to discover many things that remain hidden from the evening audience.
  • This approximately 40-minute fun tour tells you interesting facts about the building’s history, its architecture and opera house.

Visit Time

Sunday:          10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Monday:         10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Tuesday:        10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday:   10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Thursday:       10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Friday:            10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Saturday:        10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.

*Guided tour timings can be booked online.

*Concert times can be obtained online.

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Waiting Time

10 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults: 9,00 €

Pensioners (65 and older): 7,00 €

Children, apprentices, students (up to 27): 4,00 €

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 10.2°C

 

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