Alte Oper
Alte Oper
4.5
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Destroyed by Allied bombing in 1944, Frankfurt's beautifully reconstructed opera house was reopened in 1981. It's now a major venue for concerts and operas.
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Neighborhood: Innenstadt
How to get there
- Alte Oper (Old Opera House) • 2 min walk
- Eschenheimer Tor (Eschenheim gate) • 7 min walk
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tk3232
Sugar Land, TX4,269 contributions
Sep 2021
Stunning building has been finished in 1880, Frankfurt's opera house celebrated German high culture and the newly crated nation. Mozart and Goethe flank the entrance, reminders that this is a house of both music and theater. On a hot day, people of all ages cool their heels in the refreshing fountain in the plaza out front. But unfortunately, the original opera house was gutted in World War II and rebuilt in the original style only in 1981.
Getting there: U-Bath - Alte Oper metro station. There are currently no group tours due to Covid, but in the future it is worth going inside. But now we just have to look and admire the building from the side.
Getting there: U-Bath - Alte Oper metro station. There are currently no group tours due to Covid, but in the future it is worth going inside. But now we just have to look and admire the building from the side.
Written September 22, 2021
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jordanellie41
Longridge, UK1,216 contributions
Sep 2022
I have travelled extensively around Europe and seen many Opera Houses and from it's exterior. this one ranks right up there with the best of them. Set in a large square with a beautiful fountain to it's front, it has steps leading up to it's doors. It has elegant black lamp posts to it's front with wonderful figurines all over the building and a flying horse at the top. Halfway up there is a balcony with lovely pillars and arches too. Not to be missed.
Written October 6, 2022
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Wolfgang H
Dortmund257 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
The building, which has thankfully been rebuilt, is impressive even from the outside and will probably fascinate every observer. It is worth learning about the history of the building. Even more worthwhile is a concert in the large hall, which can accommodate almost 2,500 visitors. The "Verdi Requiem" conducted by Thomas Guggeis was an event that will be remembered for a long time thanks to the wonderful ensemble (May 27, 2024).
Written May 31, 2024
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Emilie M
Frankfurt, Germany20 contributions
Feb 2023
As a frequent traveler throughout Europe, I've had the opportunity to visit many beautiful opera houses. However, this one stands out among the best. With its stunning exterior, set in a large square with a beautiful fountain, it is truly a sight to behold. The building is adorned with elegant black lamp posts and intricate figurines, culminating in a stunning flying horse at the very top. Additionally, the balcony with lovely pillars and arches halfway up adds to the overall grandeur of the structure. If you're in the area, this is definitely a sight that should not be missed.
Written February 25, 2023
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RKTKFM
Singapore, Singapore61 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Beautiful building. Very grand and spectacular. Surrounding is nice and surrounded by high rise buildings. Excellent to walk around the area nice to take photos especially on the front of the building to capture the essence.
Written January 7, 2023
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LoukasPap
Athens, Greece1,119 contributions
Oct 2020
The old opera house is an impressive building and the outer of the building was very attractive. I went there outside have a look however I cannot comment for the inside as due to COVID-19 entrance was controlled or restricted. In a next trip..
Written May 31, 2021
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まりたつ
Hyogo Prefecture, Japan1,359 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
I went to see Elisabeth.
It was a precedent, but the whole stage was difficult to see in the seats on the edge, but it was very good.
There were very few Asians, so it felt away, and while everyone was dressed, I stood out as a casual wearer.
The stage was so good that I didn’t even have to worry about that at all, and the atmosphere of the theater was good.
It was good to go to Frankfurt.
It was a precedent, but the whole stage was difficult to see in the seats on the edge, but it was very good.
There were very few Asians, so it felt away, and while everyone was dressed, I stood out as a casual wearer.
The stage was so good that I didn’t even have to worry about that at all, and the atmosphere of the theater was good.
It was good to go to Frankfurt.
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Written January 11, 2025
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bsandrs
Portsmouth, UK22,611 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
The old Opera House was basically destroyed during the war, but has risen Phoenix like with a superb warm and great sounding interior. Very close to our hotel, a free evening for us in the City coincided with an excellent concert by the Frankfurt Radio Orchestra, which was an unexpected musical treat for us. The quality of the orchestra and soloist could not be faulted and we would certainly visit again.
Written May 22, 2019
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Canadian Globetrotter
Toronto, Canada513 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Absolutely beautiful and stunning inside and out! Situated in a small plaza in Frankfurt not too far from main train station. Wuld love to attend classical concert here someday!
Written May 22, 2019
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idrovoviva
Quito508 contributions
May 2014 • Business
The Alter Oper is a must see attraction to watch one of their events. The building in itself has most of the interior built as a modern multipurpose complex with concert halls and a congress center.
Written May 31, 2014
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Me and my buddy will be coming through there on our way to Windhoek Namibia. We are spending the day here on July, 3 and heard there was a fest going on then. Does anybody know if there's any truth to this? Alte Oper Fest??? Thanks, JRV
Written May 9, 2017
Hi John
I see others have answered. I thought I saw some publicity about it while I was in Frankfurt. Sounds like it will be a wonderful few days. Have fun and safe travels.
Written May 10, 2017
Loraine L
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Is there any way I can pick the ticket up at the location? It would be a waste to have it shipped home for a price that is more than the actual price of the ticket...
Written November 15, 2015
Loraine, which concert are you going to? At least there is a "Abendkasse" which opens 1 hour before each concert where you can purchase last minute tickets. Should be possible to deposit already paid tickets there as well... Regards, Ralf
Written November 16, 2015
Hi ,I am going tom be there for Sir Tom Jone's concert this coming Friday , what kind of dress code is to be worn there please ?
Thankyou very much for your help.
Alexander Spiteri
Written June 22, 2015
Hi! If the concert is inside the opera, then I would definitely recommend wearing something chic. Not necessarily a tie, but a shirt and blazer will do! Hope I could help. Have fun at the concert!
Written June 26, 2015
Qual a programação para fevereiro/2015?
Como comprar tkts?
Written January 11, 2015
Quando fui não pude assistir nada pois estava entre as temporadas, mas em fevereiro já terá inúmeros concertos.
A programação e venda de tiquetes podem ser localizadas pelo site. O tripadvisor não me permite postar o link aqui, mas é só jogar no google " alte oper frankfurt" o resultado será o primeiro com "alteoper" no endereço.
Não localizei versão em inglês, apenas alemão...
Written January 12, 2015
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