Grand Théâtre ©D.Remazeilles
Visite guidée du Grand Théâtre - Crédit Sophie Duboscq
Visite guidée du Grand Théâtre - Crédit Thomas Sanson
grand théâtre
grand théâtre
Grand Théâtre ©D.Remazeilles
Visite guidée du Grand Théâtre - Crédit Sophie Duboscq
Visite guidée du Grand Théâtre - Crédit Thomas Sanson
grand théâtre
grand théâtre
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Opera House guided tour

From 10€ / pers

Bordeaux's city centre features a marvellously elegant monument. The Grand Théâtre has delighted visitors and been the pride and joy of Bordeaux for over two centuries.

  • Bordeaux's must-see monument
  • 50 min guided tour
  • Headquarters of the Opéra National de Bordeaux

The guided tour includes an exterior presentation, followed by a visit to the vestibule, the great staircase and the beautiful auditorium.


 

A majestic building designed at the end of the 18th century by the architect Victor Louis, the Grand Théâtre is undoubtedly the most spectacular. It stands on the site of the ancient Roman temple of the Pillars of Tutelle. Its elegant and refined neo-classical architecture makes it one of the most beautiful theatres in Europe.

It is one of the few remaining theatres to have been built entirely of wood. It was inaugurated in 1780 with the presentation of Racine's "Athalie". Since 1990, ongoing restoration work has restored the Grand-Théâtre to its 18th-century glory, while adapting it to the needs of our time.

Guided tour in French, English or Spanish on selected days - choose your language. 
 

by Bordeaux Tourism & Conventions
Bordeaux Tourist Office partner

Ecocertified partner

Bordeaux Tourism & Conventions has the following certifications for its sustainable management: Accueil Vélo, Tourism and handicap and ISO 20121.

Good to know

Duration

50 minutes

Number of participants

de 2 à 20 participants

Good to know

se présenter 5 mn avant l'horaire de visite. Accessible aux personnes en situation de handicap.

Meeting point

Entrée principale du Grand Théâtre, Place de la Comédie, Bordeaux, France

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Beautiful experience, guide very engaging
Elisa Zuccon 07/31/2026
We enjoyed the guided tour very much. We speak italian while the guide english. She was very clear and fascinating even with our little daughter. The theather is wonderful and, to us, every tourist in Bordeaux has to visit it.
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A must do!
CHER 07/27/2026
Excellent guide with fantastic historical knowledge and photos. Great tour of a fascinating building. Thoroughly enjoyed this opportunity and would highly recommend.
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Nice short tour in the Opera!
Yoann HD 07/12/2026
A nice short tour of the Bordeaux Opera, with an interesting history and beautiful architecture and artwork.
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Best activity in bordeaux
Abigail 07/02/2026
The hour long tour was the best thing we did in Bordeaux. The tour guide was super knowledgeable & the small group of us all had a great time. Would recommend tenfold to anyone visiting Bordeaux, especially when a show is not running as you might get the chance to see even more of the Opera House.