Grillo-Theater, Essen

Name: Grillo-Theater
Address: Theaterpl. 11, Essen, 45127, Germany
Telephone: +49 201 38439984

#21 among attractions in Essen

Concerts and shows, Theater

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Facts and practical information

Grillo-Theater is a theatre in Essen, Germany. Named after the industrialist Friedrich Grillo, who made the building possible, it opened on 16 September 1892 with Lessing's drama Minna von Barnhelm. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Modern, Neo-BaroqueCoordinates: 51°27'17"N, 7°0'44"E

Address

Theaterpl. 11Stadtmitte - Frillendorf - Huttrop (Stadtkern)Essen 45127 Germany

Contact

+49 201 38439984

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Day trips

Grillo-Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lichtburg, Essen Cathedral Treasury, Alte Synagoge, Philharmonie Essen.

~190 ftNE
Nightlife, Cinema
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Museum, Specialty museum
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Cultural center exploring Jewish history
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0.6 miS
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0.5 miS
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0.5 miNW
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~520 ftNE
Church, Gothic architecture
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~640 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Entertainment
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~1590 ftNW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Grillo-Theater open?

Grillo-Theater is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 12 pm - 10 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 10 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 10 pm
Friday 12 pm - 10 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 10 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Grillo-Theater?

Nearby attractions include Reiterdenkmal, Essen (2 min walk), St. Johann Baptist, Essen (3 min walk), Golden Madonna of Essen, Essen (3 min walk), Essen Cathedral Treasury, Essen (3 min walk).

How to get to Grillo-Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grillo-Theater:

Metro

Hirschlandplatz • Lines: U11, U17, U18 (3 min walk)
Essen Hauptbahnhof • Lines: U11, U17, U18 (8 min walk)

Tram

Rathaus Essen • Lines: 101, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109 (6 min walk)
Essen Hauptbahnhof • Lines: 101, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108 (8 min walk)

Bus

Am Waldthausenpark • Lines: 166, Ne10, Ne16 (6 min walk)
Rathaus Essen • Lines: 145, 154, 155, 166, 196, Ne1, Ne11, Ne12, Ne2, Sb16 (7 min walk)

Train

Essen Hauptbahnhof (7 min walk)
Gemarkenplatz (28 min walk)