Théâtre national de Chaillot, Paris

Name: Théâtre national de Chaillot
Address: Paris, France
Telephone: +33 1 53 65 30 00

#211 among attractions in Paris

Theater, Concerts and shows, Comedy club

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The Théâtre National de Chaillot is a theatre located in the Palais de Chaillot at 1, place du Trocadéro, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. Close by the Eiffel Tower and the Trocadéro Gardens—the Théâtre de Chaillot is among the largest concert halls in Paris. It has long been synonymous with popular theatre and is especially associated with stars such as Jean Vilar and Antoine Vitez. In 1975 the French Ministry of Culture designated it as one of the four national theatres of Paris. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1937 (87 years ago)Coordinates: 48°51'46"N, 2°17'19"E

Address

Passy (Muette)Paris France

Contact

+33 1 53 65 30 00

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Day trips

Théâtre national de Chaillot – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Théâtre national de Chaillot open?

Théâtre national de Chaillot is open:

Monday 11 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Théâtre national de Chaillot?

Nearby attractions include Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, Paris (1 min walk), Palais de Chaillot, Paris (1 min walk), Musée de la Cinémathèque, Paris (2 min walk), Jardins du Trocadéro, Paris (2 min walk).

How to get to Théâtre national de Chaillot by public transport?

The nearest stations to Théâtre national de Chaillot:

Bus

Trocadéro • Lines: 22, 30, 32, 63, Bleue, N53, rouge (2 min walk)
Trocadero • Lines: Direct 1 (3 min walk)

Metro

Trocadéro • Lines: 6, 9 (2 min walk)
Iéna • Lines: 9 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Tour-Eiffel • Lines: Batobus (8 min walk)
Beaugrenelle • Lines: Batobus (26 min walk)

Train

Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel (11 min walk)
Boulainvilliers (19 min walk)