What is attractive about Hanoi Opera House?

Hanoi – a meeting point for many tourists around the world, always attracts travel enthusiasts because of its unique features in both culture and history. If you are a person who is passionate about academic, classical music and performing arts programs, Hanoi Opera House is an interesting stop for you to explore. So let Smile Travel tell you some information about the Hanoi Opera House.

Tourist can refer to some attractive destinations in Hanoi below:

>> The Temple Of Literature in Hanoi

>> About Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi

>> Introduce Vietnam Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi

1. Some details about Hanoi Opera House

Hanoi Opera House is a theater project with magnificent and magnificent architecture, associated with important events of Hanoi Capital. Dubbed the “miniature Opera Garnier Paris”, the Opera House possesses unique architecture, attracting a large number of visitors. At the same time, this is also the most majestic theater in Vietnam and famous for its academic art performances.

The Opera House is located at 1 Trang Thi Street, Trang Thi Ward, Hoan Kiem District, right at Cach Mang Thang Tam Square. From the theater, visitors can visit famous tourist destinations such as Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi Cathedral, Trang Tien Plaza Shopping Center,…

2. What are the ticket prices for Hanoi Opera House?

Currently, the Opera House includes sightseeing tours combined with watching unique art performances. Below are the ticket prices for some Hanoi Opera House tour programs that we learned about:

For forms of visiting and exploring the Theater:

• Maximum number of participants: 20 people/turn.
• Visiting time: 70 minutes/turn.
• Hanoi opera house tickets: 120,000 VND/person.
• Organizing time: from Monday to Sunday (except Friday).
• Visiting hours: 10:30 – 12:00.

For sightseeing combined with viewing art performances:

• Maximum number of participants: 250 people/turn.
• Visiting time: 90 minutes/turn.
• Hanoi opera house entrance fee: 400,000 VND/person;
• Organizing time: every Monday and Thursday.
• Visiting hours: 10:30 – 12:00.

Both tours mentioned above have a fixed time frame from 10:30 – 12:00 every day. If you want to watch performances at Hanoi Opera House, visitors can book tickets with prices starting at 300,000 VND/person.

3. Hanoi Opera House history 

Hanoi Opera House, a masterpiece of classical French architecture, was started construction in 1901 by the colonial government. This work is not simply a theater but also a symbol of cultural interference between East and West. With splendid architecture and the most modern sound system of its time, the theater quickly became a cultural center, where Hanoi elites and the French enjoyed high-end works of art together. Thereby, French culture was gradually introduced and deeply influenced the spiritual life of Vietnamese people. Some popular art forms at that time include: ballet, musicals, symphony concerts, mime,…

After decades of serving the public, Hanoi Opera House gradually deteriorated and needed restoration. The largest restoration project was carried out at the end of the 20th century, with the participation of domestic and foreign experts. The architects have meticulously researched and restored the original architectural details, while adding modern equipment to meet the needs of the public. Thanks to that, the Opera House was revived and continued to shine, becoming one of the unique cultural symbols of Hanoi.

Hanoi Opera House is not only an architectural work but also a witness to the history of Vietnam. The theater has witnessed many important events, from lavish art performances during the French colonial period to meetings of the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam after the August Revolution. The Opera House is also the place where many major celebrations and cultural events of the country take place, contributing to marking important milestones in the history of the Vietnamese nation.

4. What is unique and attractive about Hanoi Opera House?

4.1. The architecture is extremely unique and luxurious

With an area of ​​about 2600m2 and a favorable geographical location in the center of Hanoi city – where many busy activities take place. Hanoi Opera House has a similar appearance to theaters in Europe in the early 20th century, like an Opéra Garnier theater but smaller in stature. 

Stepping inside the Theater, visitors seem to be lost in a royal space with sophisticated architectural lines and luxurious interior. The theater is divided into 3 distinct areas: Main hall, mirror room and auditorium.

Main lobby: A place to welcome guests with a T-shaped staircase, with a red carpet in the middle leading to the 2nd floor. Natural light floods the space, enhancing the beauty of the murals and unique architectural details. .

Mirror room: Located on the 2nd floor, it is where important ceremonies, Government events or receptions for high-ranking figures take place. This is a small but extremely impressive space with hundreds of mirrors arranged artistically, creating an extremely unique visual effect. Light reflects shimmering on mirror surfaces, creating a magical and romantic space.

Auditorium: The top space, considered the heart of the theater, is designed in a horseshoe shape with Corinthian columns supporting the entire colorful frescoed dome with embossed motifs and a crystal chandelier. Magnificent gold-plated crystal. Its capacity is up to 870 seats, 3 floors of seats are covered with splendid red velvet in the classic French style of the 19th century. This is a perfect synthesis of sound, light and color elements, creating a luxurious and artistic enjoyment space.

4.2. Visiting Hanoi Opera House Square

Hanoi Opera House Square, now Cach Mang Thang Tam Square or August 19 Square, is a large open space located right in front of Hanoi Opera House. This place is not only a simple square but also an event center, a cultural exchange space and a historical witness of Hanoi Capital. In the evening, when the Hanoi Opera House lights up, the Square area becomes even brighter, becoming a familiar meeting place for many people of the Capital and tourists visiting Hanoi.

4.3. Eye-catching and unique art performances

As one of the top cultural and artistic performance venues in the Capital, this place is considered by art workers as a “temple” for classical art. Visiting the Opera House, visitors will enjoy many unique art performances, making them unforgettable.

With an outstanding sound system and high-capacity speakers, the music spreads evenly and clearly to everyone present in the auditorium.

Each melody is emotionally transmitted to the listener’s ears and lingers afterwards, allowing the listener to feel every joy and sadness in the lyrics.

4.4. Let’s check-in at the super interesting Opera House

With unique architecture and striking, delicate yellow tones, Hanoi Opera House was chosen as one of the extremely hot check-in spots for young people.Every corner can become a background for you to freely pose and take beautiful photos. 

5. How to get to the Hanoi Opera House ?

The Opera House is located right in the center of the capital, visitors can come here by personal means such as car, motorbike or taxi or Grab services. The route for your reference is: Le Thai To – Hang Trong – Hang Khay – Trang Tien – Cach Mang Thang Tam Square Roundabout – Opera House.

If traveling by bus, take the bus routes that stop near the Hanoi Opera House, such as routes 02, 04, 11, 31, 34, 35A, 40, 49, E02, E07, 146, … In addition, you can also choose Hanoi City Tour double-decker buses for more new experiences. The double-decker bus will depart from Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square through Cach Mang Thang Tam Square to reach the Opera House.

If you have been to Hanoi Opera House, you should explore more of the surrounding streets to understand more about the lifestyle of Hanoi people and especially enjoy many delicious foods and drinks such as: bun , pho, bread, La Vong fish cakes, sticky rice, donuts, Trang Tien ice cream, egg coffee,… Surely Hanoi cuisine will not disappoint you.

Thus, Hanoi Opera House is not only a unique architectural work but also an indispensable part of the cultural life of the people of Hanoi capital. You must definitely take the time to visit the Opera House when you have the opportunity to come to Hanoi.

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