Opéra de Nice, Opera house in Nice, France
The Opéra de Nice is an opera house in Nice designed to hold about 1,000 spectators with multiple balcony levels arranged in Italian style. The interior features ornate decorative elements with crystal chandeliers and golden details throughout the classical design.
The building opened in 1885 and combined ideas from the renowned Paris opera architect with local requirements. This blend proved essential for establishing Nice as a cultural center on the French Riviera.
The house hosts the Ballet Nice Méditerrannée and the Nice Philharmonic Orchestra, presenting regular opera, ballet, and classical music performances. These artists work in a place that has become a gathering point for performing arts in the region.
Access comes through an impressive rotunda staircase that guides visitors directly toward the main hall. It helps to check ahead for scheduled performances, as this offers the best experience when visiting.
The ceiling of the main hall features a fresco with mythological scenes created by a local artist portraying themes of arts and love. This artwork is often overlooked by visitors despite bringing subtle beauty to the architecture.
Location: Nice
Official opening: 1885
Capacity: 1083
Address: rue Saint-François-de-Paule
Website: http://opera-nice.org
GPS coordinates: 43.69544,7.27255
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
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