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About Wiener Staatsoper
Welcome to the Wiener Staatsoper, the iconic Vienna State Opera located on the historic Opernring at 2, 1010 Vienna. As the home of the Vienna State Opera company, the venue hosts a full calendar of operas, ballets, and special events such as the Vienna Opera Ball. We’ve got you covered with practical details for a smooth visit—from the seating layout and capacities to parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant partners designed to help you plan a seamless night out in Vienna.
Whether you’re securing seats for a grand evening at the opera or attending a world-class performance, you’ll find up-to-date, easy-to-use information here. Think of us as your reliable connection for tickets and local arrangements.
Venue details
Address: Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna, Austria. The Staatsoper is housed in the historic Vienna Court Opera site, now the Wiener Staatsoper, renowned for its acoustics, rich repertoire, and high-profile performances. The official seating chart for 2025-26 is published as Seating_chart_2025-26.pdf, with a total capacity of approximately 2,166 (1,709 seats, 435 standing places, and 22 wheelchair spaces). The ground floor features 4 wheelchair spaces with companion seating, and 18 wheelchair spaces are located in the gallery.
Parking
Nearby garages include Kärntner Straße Tiefgarage 'Operngarage' and ÖPARK Kärntnerringgarage. Direct access from the Kärntner Straße garage to the opera is currently closed due to construction. Evening parking rates are typically around €10 (Kärntner Straße) and €8 (Kärntnerringgarage). Check current access details before you go.
Transit and getting there
Public transport options include U1/U2/U4 at Karlsplatz, trams 1, 2, D, 62, 71, and bus 59A. The Badner Bahn local train also serves Vienna Opera. There are bicycle stands nearby for cyclists.
Nearby hotels and restaurants (affiliate partner recommendations)
For a convenient stay, consider trusted partner options such as Grand Ferdinand, Hotel Imperial, Hotel Motto, Hotel Sacher, Le Méridien Wien, The Guesthouse Vienna, and The Harmonie Vienna. These properties offer proximity to the Staatsoper and a range of experiences from classic luxury to boutique comfort. Contact us for booking assistance or to confirm current partner arrangements.
Notable events
The Vienna Opera Ball is a landmark event held at the Staatsoper, with tickets and boxes sold directly by the opera house. For 2026, the Opera Ball is scheduled on February 12. Availability and package details are provided by the Staatsoper when on sale.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna, Austria.
- Venue type: Opera house; home of the Vienna State Opera company.
- Seating chart and capacity (2025/26): 1,709 seats, 435 standing places, and 22 wheelchair spaces (4 wheelchair places with companion seating on the ground floor and 18 in the gallery); total capacity ≈ 2,166.
- Official seating chart is published as Seating_chart_2025-26.pdf for 2025/26 performances.
- Parking: Two nearby garages (Kärntner Straße Tiefgarage 'Operngarage' and ÖPARK Kärntnerringgarage). Direct access from the Kärntner Straße garage to the opera is currently closed due to construction; evening rates apply (€10 in Kärntner Straße; €8 in Kärntnerringgarage).
- Transit: By public transport via U1/U2/U4 at Karlsplatz; trams 1, 2, D, 62, 71; bus 59A; local train (Badner Bahn) to Vienna Opera; bicycle stands nearby.
- Nearby hotels (partner recommendations): Grand Ferdinand, Hotel Imperial, Hotel Motto, Hotel Sacher, Le Méridien Wien, The Guesthouse Vienna, The Harmonie Vienna.
- Notable events: The Vienna Opera Ball is held at the Staatsoper (e.g., 2026 date February 12); tickets and boxes are sold directly by the Staatsoper.
- Renaming/naming history: Originally the Vienna Court Opera (Wiener Hofoper); renamed Operntheater and later Wiener Staatsoper (Vienna State Opera) after the monarchy ended; not demolished.