Is Palais Garnier (Opéra) worth it for a romantic trip?

Pure gilded excess: a grand marble staircase, a mirrored gold foyer rivalling Versailles, and a Chagall-painted ceiling over the auditorium. You can self-tour by day; it's grander and far less crowded than you'd expect.

Price

€15 self-guided day visit

Time

1–1.5 hrs

Last verified

2026-06-17