Theater an der Wien

Theater an der Wien is an opera house in the Mariahilf district with a refined exterior façade and an elaborately designed interior featuring multiple balconies and ornamental details. The building is structured to accommodate musicians, singers, and audiences within spaces designed for this type of performance.

The building was founded in 1801 and quickly became a venue for significant musical performances, including the premiere of Beethoven's Fidelio in 1805. These early years shaped its role as a place where important opera premieres took place.

The theater serves as an active venue for opera productions, where visitors can watch both established works and new creative interpretations performed throughout the year. Its role in presenting diverse operatic styles has made it a working center for this art form in the city.

The theater is located in the Mariahilf district and is reachable on foot from central Vienna, with several subway and tram lines nearby. Visitors can ask staff or check information points to find the best route and learn about current performances.

The theater's name comes from its original location near the Wien River, which now flows beneath the nearby Naschmarkt. Many visitors do not realize this river runs underground directly below the popular market, where fresh produce and flowers are sold daily today.

Location: Mariahilf

Location: Vienna

Inception: 1801

Official opening: 1801

Address: Linke Wienzeile 6

GPS coordinates: 48.19968,16.36393

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:55