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About Opera Bastille - Palace De La Bastille
Welcome to Opera Bastille, the flagship venue of the Paris National Opera. Located on Place de la Bastille in the 12th arrondissement, this iconic opera house opened to great fanfare on July 13, 1989 and continues to host world-class productions, including notable Don Quichotte performances in 2024. The venue comprises three distinct spaces—Grande Salle, Amphithéâtre Bastille, and Studio Bastille—each offering a unique acoustic and seating experience. Whether you’re planning an evening of grand opera or an intimate studio recital, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Plan ahead with convenient parking options at Q-Park Opéra Bastille (1 Avenue Daumesnil) and nearby Indigo/Parcar facilities. Easy access is available via Bastille Metro (Lines 1, 5, 8), RER Gare de Lyon, and multiple bus routes (29, 65, 69, 76, 86, 87, 91). For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Mercure Paris Bastille Saint Antoine (64 Rue Crozatier) or Hotel Paris Bastille, among other Bastille-area properties. Browse our trusted affiliate partners for hotel and restaurant recommendations to enhance your visit. Secure your seats with us for a seamless Parisian opera experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: main auditorium 2,745 seats; amphitheatre 500 seats; studio 230 seats.
- Address: Place de la Bastille, 75012 Paris, France.
- Venue type: Opera house, main venue of Paris National Opera (Opéra national de Paris).
- Seating chart detail: three spaces – Grande Salle (main), Amphithéâtre Bastille, and Studio Bastille with distinct capacities.
- Parking: nearest car park is Q-Park Opéra Bastille at 1 Avenue Daumesnil; Indigo/Parcar options also nearby.
- Transit: Bastille Metro (Lines 1, 5, 8); RER Gare de Lyon; Bus lines 29, 65, 69, 76, 86, 87, 91.
- Nearby hotels: Mercure Paris Bastille Saint Antoine (64 Rue Crozatier); Hotel Paris Bastille (Place de la Bastille area); multiple Bastille-area properties.
- Notable events: inaugurated July 13, 1989; Don Quichotte productions highlighted in 2024.