Place de l'Opéra, Paris

Name: Place de l'Opéra
Address: Paris, France

#702 among attractions in Paris

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The Place de l'Opéra is a square in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, at the junction of boulevard des Italiens, boulevard des Capucines, avenue de l'Opéra, rue Auber, rue Halévy, rue de la Paix and rue du Quatre-Septembre. It was built at the same time as the Opéra Garnier, which is sited on it and after which it is named. Both structures were part of the Haussmannian redesign of Paris under Napoleon III of France. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°52'14"N, 2°19'57"E

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Bourse (Gaillon)Paris France

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Place de l'Opéra – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palais Garnier, Harry's New York Bar, Rue de la Paix, Paris Opera.

~340 ftN
Italian-style opera with Library Museum
Palais Garnier, Paris
2 min walk • The Palais Garnier is a majestic opera house that stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication in the heart of Paris, France. This architectural masterpiece, adorned with opulent decorations and intricate details, was inaugurated in 1875 and is named after its...
~480 ftS
Nightlife
Harry's New York Bar, Paris
3 min walk • Tucked away in the heart of Paris, Harry's New York Bar is a slice of the Big Apple's history embedded in the City of Light. This iconic establishment, located at 5 Rue Daunou, has been serving patrons since its doors opened in 1911.
~590 ftSW
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Rue de la Paix, Paris
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Paris, Rue de la Paix is a prestigious shopping district that exudes elegance and luxury. Known for its high-end boutiques and proximity to the famous Place Vendôme, this iconic street is a must-visit destination for fashion enthusiasts...
~580 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Ballet
Paris Opera, Paris
3 min walk • The Paris Opera, also known as the Palais Garnier, is a 1,979-seat opera house that is a beacon of classical music and ballet in the heart of Paris. Commissioned as part of the great Parisian reconstruction project undertaken by Emperor Napoleon III, it was designed by...
~580 ftNW
Museum
Bibliothèque-Musée de l'Opéra National de Paris, Paris
3 min walk • The Bibliothèque-Musée de l'Opéra National de Paris is a library and museum of the Paris Opera and is located in the 9th arrondissement at 8 rue Scribe, Paris, France. It is no longer managed by the Opera, but instead is part of the Music Department of the National Library of France.
~1070 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Rue Danielle Casanova, Paris
6 min walk • Rue Danielle Casanova is a road in the 1st and 2nd arrondissements of Paris, France.
~1300 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Square
Place Vendôme, Paris
7 min walk • The Place Vendôme, earlier known as Place Louis-le-Grand, and also as Place Internationale, is a square in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, France, located to the north of the Tuileries Gardens and east of the Église de la Madeleine. It is the starting point of the Rue de la Paix.
~970 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Olympia, Paris
5 min walk • The Olympia is a concert venue in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, France, located at 28 Boulevard des Capucines, equally distancing Madeleine church and Opéra Garnier, 300 metres north of Vendôme square.
~510 ftS
Theater
Théâtre Daunou, Paris
3 min walk • The théâtre Daunou is a Parisian theater with 450 seats, located at 7 rue Daunou in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris.
~1450 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Opera
Opéra Comique, Paris
7 min walk • The Opéra-Comique is a Paris opera company which was founded around 1714 by some of the popular theatres of the Parisian fairs.
~370 ftNE
Street
Boulevard des Capucines, Paris
2 min walk • The Boulevard des Capucines is a boulevard in Paris. It is one of the 'Grands Boulevards' in Paris, a chain of boulevards built through the former course of the Wall of Charles V and the Louis XIII Wall, which were destroyed on the orders of Louis XIV.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place de l'Opéra?

Nearby attractions include Palais Garnier, Paris (2 min walk), Boulevard des Capucines, Paris (2 min walk), Théâtre Daunou, Paris (3 min walk), Paris Opera, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Place de l'Opéra by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place de l'Opéra:

Metro

Opéra • Lines: 3, 7, 8 (1 min walk)
Quatre Septembre • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)

Bus

Opéra - Rue de la Paix • Lines: 52 (1 min walk)
Opéra - 4 Septembre • Lines: 20, 21, 27, 29, 68, 95, Bleue, N15, N16 (2 min walk)

Train

Auber (5 min walk)
Haussmann - Saint-Lazare (9 min walk)

Ferry

Louvre • Lines: Batobus (19 min walk)
Musée d'Orsay • Lines: Batobus (19 min walk)