Hungarian State Opera House, Opera house on Andrássy Avenue, Budapest, Hungary
The Hungarian State Opera House is a Renaissance Revival building located on Andrássy Avenue in Budapest's sixth district. The interior features a horseshoe-shaped auditorium with approximately 1,200 seats, decorated with frescoes, sculptures, and ornate details created by Hungarian artists.
The building was designed by Miklós Ybl and opened in 1884 with Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary attending the inauguration. It became one of the main venues for opera and ballet performances in Central Europe.
The building serves as a center where Hungarian musical traditions are performed and celebrated by audiences from around the world. People gather here to experience classical opera and ballet as part of the country's cultural life.
Visitors can take guided tours through the building to see the architectural details, ceiling paintings, and artistic decorations up close. It's best to check ahead about tour availability, as these may vary depending on scheduled performances.
A large bronze chandelier from Mainz hangs above the auditorium and contributes to the room's world-renowned acoustics. Musicians and visitors have long valued this exceptional sound quality.
Location: Budapest District VI
Inception: 1884
Architects: Miklós Ybl
Official opening: March 9, 1884
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
Capacity: 1261
Address: Андрешева авенија бр. 22
Website: https://opera.hu
GPS coordinates: 47.50278,19.05833
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01
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