Description

Essentials about the Vienna State Opera in brief

Not only opera fans should have a visit to the Vienna State Opera on the agenda for their visit to Vienna. Also known as the “First House on the Ring” due to its location, the opera is one of the most important and also most beautiful opera houses internationally.

The importance of the Vienna State Opera

Opened in 1869, the State Opera looks back on a rich tradition. Every season, more than 60 different operas and ballets are performed in around 350 performances. In addition to the permanent members of the ensemble, international stars can be seen on stage and at the conductor’s podium every evening, accompanied in the pit by a unique orchestra – the Vienna State Opera Orchestra, whose musicians are also the members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

The Vienna Opera Ball

Of course, the Vienna State Opera is also world-famous for the annual Vienna Opera Ball with its traditional opening by over a hundred couples of debutants in long evening dresses and tail coats.

Website

wiener-staatsoper.at

Opening hours

Opening hours box office:

Admission fees

The prices depend on the respective event and the selected seat category. For further information and booking options see the website.

Address

Getting there

By public transport:

U1, U2 and U4: Stop Karlsplatz

Tram lines 1, 2, 71 and D: Stop Kärntner Ring/Oper

Bus lines 62, 2A, N60, N66 and N71: Stop Oper/Karlsplatz

Local train Badner Bahn: Stop Karlsplatz/Oper

By car:

The nearest parking garage is Kärntnerringarage.