Opéra d'Avignon, Opera house in Place de l'Horloge, Avignon, France.
The Opéra d'Avignon features classical architectural elements with a symmetrical facade, large columns, and ornate decorative details throughout its exterior and interior spaces.
After the destruction of the original structure by fire in 1846, architect Léon Feuchère designed the current building, which opened its doors in 1847.
The opera house presents a program of classical operas, contemporary productions, musical performances, and cultural events throughout the performance season.
Located near the Palais des Papes, the venue offers regular performances with tickets available through their website or at the box office at 1 rue Racine.
The theater received the designation of monument historique inscrit in 1988, recognizing its architectural and historical value to French cultural heritage.
Location: Avignon
Inception: 1847
Architects: Léon Feuchère
Official opening: 1847
Address: place de l'Horloge 84000
Website: http://operagrandavignon.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.94970,4.80553
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Avignon in southeastern France contains many historical subjects for photographers. The Papal Palace displays medieval architecture, the Saint-Bénézet bridge spans the Rhône river. The Rocher des Doms provides views of the city skyline. Place du Palais features historical buildings, while Rue des Teinturiers contains water wheels from past centuries.
Palais du Roure
156 m
Collégiale Saint Agricol
98 m
Hôtel des Monnaies
137 m
Maison Aubanel
117 m
Roman arcades of Avignon
158 m
Musée Aubanel de l'imprimerie
117 m
Hôtels de Brantes
98 m
Hôtel Calvet de la Palun
93 m
Hôtel de Monery
99 m
Hôtel Tonduti de Malijac
87 m
Hotel de Ratta
127 m
Maisons et tour de Mirault
158 m
Grande chapelle du palais des papes d'Avignon
129 m
Town hall of Avignon
53 m
Maison de la reine Jeanne
145 m
Maison Casal
126 m
Vestiges Antiques
75 m
Hôtel de Chanciergues
114 m
Place de l'Horloge
54 m
Immeuble, 10 rue de la Petite-Fusterie
113 m
Maison, 1-3 rue Favart
109 m
Vice gérence
112 m
Maison de la Reine Jeanne, 24 rue Saint-Étienne
145 m
Maisons, 5-7 place du Palais
100 m
Immeuble, 26 rue de la Balance
145 m
Immeuble, rue de la Balance
121 m
Collégiale de la Madeleine d'Avignon
102 m
Tour de la Madeleine
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