Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Architectural masterpiece
- Great example of Neo-Renaissance style
Time required: 15 minutes
Phone: +36-1-332-8197
Web site: http://www.opera.hu/en/j...
Public transport:
- Metro Line 1: Opera station
Address: 1061 Budapest, Andrássy út 22.
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Photo: Istvan
Things you need to know:
- The Hungarian State Opera House has the 3rd best quality of acoustics in Europe after La Scala (Milan) and Palais Garnier (Paris)
- It is considered to be the masterwork of Miklós Ybl, the leading 19th c. Hungarian architect. The Opera opened in 1884
- The neo-Renaissance exterior hides an opulent neo-Classical interiour decorated with works of leading Hungarian artists of the time such as Gyula Benczúr and Bertalan Székely
- In front of the building you find the sculptures of Ferenc Erkel, composer of the Hungarian national anthem, and Ferenc Liszt, the best known Hungarian composer
- The auditorium holds 1261 seats
What to do there:
- Admire the the neo-Renaissance exterior of the building
- If you like opera try to book your tickets for an evening performance
Tips & Insights:
- To see the rest of the building, you have to join a guided tour or attend an opera performance
- English guided tours take place daily at 3pm and 4 pm for 2800 HUF
