Royal Opera House
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About Royal Opera House

This world-famous theatre, home of the Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera and the ROH Orchestra, is open during the day to the general public, as well as being open to ticket holders during performances. Pre-booked guided tours are available daily. Enjoy a morning coffee or lunch at the Amphitheatre Restaurant, or take a drink out to the Amphitheatre Terrace with its stunning views across the Covent Garden Piazza. Buy a ticket for a performance from the Box Office and visit the ROH shop for a wide range of souvenirs.

Facilities

Opening Times Booking Monday to Saturday 10.00am-8.00pm At the Box Office in the Link between Bow Street and Covent Garden Piazza.

Royal Opera House Address

Address:
Covent Garden, London
London
WC2E 9DD
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7304 4000
Fax: +44 (0)20 7212 9502
Email:
Website: http://www.roh.org.uk

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Location Information for Royal Opera House

Address:
Covent Garden, London
London
WC2E 9DD
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7304 4000
Fax: +44 (0)20 7212 9502
Email:
Website: http://www.roh.org.uk
Public transport: Covent Garden, London Underground

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4.5
Based on 5 reviews
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  Latest 4 reviews of Royal Opera House

Stunning, stunning, stunning!

I'm a fan of the ballet, a fan of London and a fan of striking architecture. I was on to a winner going here wasn't I?! The building does what I appreciate the most - melds traditional with modern to...

I'm a fan of the ballet, a fan of London and a fan of striking architecture. I was on to a winner going here wasn't I?! The building does what I appreciate the most - melds traditional with modern to create a striking feast for the eyes. Inside, the auditorium is ornate, pretty and comfortable - even up in the amphitheatre where the price of the tickets is really affordable. The age old chaos during intervals just doesn't happen here. The plethora of bars and eateries are plentiful and intelligently positioned so that the whole audience can be provided with refreshments in a civilised and cultured manner. And it's just as fulfilling to marvel at the views from the various levels of the building , from hidden balconies, escalators and mezzanine bars. And when have you ever been to the washroom in a theatre without having to queue? So many facilities, that even an interval visit to the washrooms was stress-free! AMAZING that they have thought of everything. So from a building point of view it is as spectacularly functional and user friendly as it is visually appealing. Now for the performance. We went to see La Bayadere, and it was jaw-droppingly magnificent. The talent of the dancers of the Royal Ballet is a sight to behold, the staging, lighting, orchestration etc etc were faultless. I just didn't want to leave my seat. It was an experience that will stay with me for years and years.. A memory making evening out of stellar proportions. Do yourself a favour - help yourself to some culture in London.

 
5.0
1 April 2009
by ME13, Vancouver, Canada
 

Elegant evening at an historic venue

I saw a performance of "Onegin" by the Royal Ballet here on somewhat of a whim. I was able to get excellent seats on a Wednesday evening the same day of the performance. Yes, they are a little on...

I saw a performance of "Onegin" by the Royal Ballet here on somewhat of a whim. I was able to get excellent seats on a Wednesday evening the same day of the performance. Yes, they are a little on the pricey side (80-100 pounds) but the performance was worth it. There are several restaurants around the area that cater to the pre-performance crowd and a combination of dinner with a show made for a very enjoyable evening.

 
5.0
16 November 2008
by midway42, Minneapolis, Minnesota
 

splendid venue and quality productions

I went a few weeks ago to see Nozze di Figaro and was again very impressed by the venue and the production. they also now sell a few tickets for each representation around L10, obviously not the...

I went a few weeks ago to see Nozze di Figaro and was again very impressed by the venue and the production.

they also now sell a few tickets for each representation around L10, obviously not the best sits but still a great evening out.

 
5.0
5 September 2008
by MaudTA, London
 

Fascinating behind-the-scenes tour

We noticed the Royal Opera House tucked away in the corner of Covent Garden on our way to the market. We discovered that they do a backstage tour for the very reasonable price of L9.00 a ticket. As...

We noticed the Royal Opera House tucked away in the corner of Covent Garden on our way to the market. We discovered that they do a backstage tour for the very reasonable price of L9.00 a ticket. As very non-opera people, I was a bit worried we might be a bit out of place but it was fascinating. We sat in the magnificent auditorioum whilst they set up for the opening night of Carmen and were given a really interesting history of the theatre and its recent refurbishment. We were able to view the backstage area, props department and even got to watch the ballet dancers from the Royal Ballet rehearse an upcoming performance. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful, and the building itself is amazing. We came away with a great insight into the most used working theatre in Europe and wanting to go and see a performance. Well worth a visit!

 
5.0
28 March 2008
by Gavnbec, Newport
 

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  • Backstage Tours

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    Visit the Backstage and the Front of House areas of one of the world's leading theatres as it prepares to open its doors for the evening performance. The Backstage Tours include an introduction to the colourful history of the theatre, an insight into the redevelopment of the Royal Opera House and a look at aspects of current productions. As the Royal Opera House is a fully working theatre, each tour is a unique experience, and may include opportunities to see The Royal Ballet in class, or the magnificent backstage technology in operation.

     
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