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Visiting Opéra Bastille: what to know before you go
Place de la Bastille, 75012, Paris, France
Opéra Bastille is a opera house in Paris, open since 1989, with room for about 2,745 people.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 2 dates.
5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Metro / subway); the nearest is Gare de Paris-Bastille, 70 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Opera house
- Capacity
- 2,745
- Opened
- 1989
- Address
- Place de la Bastille, 75012, Paris, France
- Upcoming events
- 9
Opéra Bastille, month by month
- November 20262 dates, including Turandot and Le Barbier de Séville
- December 20261 date, including Rituels
- January 20272 dates, including Don Giovanni and Le Trouvere
- February 20271 date, including Werther
- March 20272 dates, including Lady Macbeth de Mzensk and L'Elixir d'Amour
- April 20271 date, including Joyaux
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (6), Dance (2) and Concerts (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Gare de Paris-BastilleTrain70 m
1 min walk - Sully - MorlandTrain550 m
7 min walk - Rue de Lyon, ParisTrain570 m
7 min walk - Chatelet Metro StationMetro / subway710 m
9 min walk - Quai de la RapéeTrain750 m
9 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 220 m from the venue.
Next events at Opéra Bastille
Nov27Fri
Dec2Wed
Jan16Sat
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Opéra Bastille: practical questions
How many people fit in Opéra Bastille?
Opéra Bastille has a capacity of about 2,745; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Opéra Bastille open?
Opéra Bastille opened in 1989.
What is the nearest stop to Opéra Bastille?
Gare de Paris-Bastille (Train), 70 m away – about 1 min on foot.
Can I park near Opéra Bastille?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 220 m away.
What kind of events does Opéra Bastille host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (6), Dance (2) and Concerts (1).
Which month has the most events at Opéra Bastille?
November 2026, with 2 dates, including Turandot and Le Barbier de Séville.
Which other venues are close to Opéra Bastille?
MAIF Social Club (600 m), L'Apollo Théâtre (1.8 km), Accor Arena (1.6 km) and Supersonic (270 m).
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