Teatro Principal

Teatro Principal is a performing arts venue in central Zaragoza featuring a neoclassical stone facade with ornamental details along Coso Street. The building contains an auditorium with multiple seating levels and a stage equipped for opera, theatre, and music performances.

The building was constructed in 1799 as a replacement for a previous theatre destroyed by fire, marking the establishment of a new cultural venue in Zaragoza. This reconstruction shaped the city's performing arts landscape for the following centuries.

The theatre serves as a central gathering place where people in Zaragoza experience opera, drama, and music performances that shape cultural life in the region. Audiences come here to participate in artistic traditions that have connected the city over generations.

The theatre is located in the central area of Zaragoza with good accessibility for visitors arriving from different parts of the city. It is helpful to check the performance schedule in advance to plan your visit around shows that interest you.

Inside, you can see a painted curtain by Marcelino de Unceta that shows detailed images of Immortality, Tragedy, and Comedy in artistic form. This decorative piece reflects Spanish theatrical traditions and adds character to the performance space.

Location: Zaragoza

Architects: Agustín Sanz

Official opening: August 25, 1799

Website: https://teatroprincipalzaragoza.com

GPS coordinates: 41.65187,-0.87938

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00