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Hanoi Opera House
Hanoi Opera House
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Resembling the Opéra Palais Garnier, Hanoi Opera House, built in 10 years since 1911 by two French architects. The magnificent building became one of the top landmarks in Hanoi. The Opera House hosts cultural entertaining performances, bamboo cirque, contemporary dance, orchestra concerts and government events. Come to the front gate to check availability and ticket to a performance in this iconic building.
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LuizDutraNeto
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,618 contributions
Jan 2020
At the heart of the "Old Quarter" stands the beautiful "Hanoi Opera House"! It was built around 1911 and modeled after Paris' "Opéra Garnier", with clear characteristics of French neoclassical architecture and also with gothic pillars and domes. It is certainly a Hanoi landmark! It was renovated in 1977 to its full glory and is absolutely magnicent! From its 600 seats, one can enjoy spectacles as Vietnamese operas, ballets, as well as traditional folk music and international concerts. Check its programme, buy a ticket and visit also its interior! Enjoy!
Written November 12, 2020
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Jacob M
Vietnam1 contribution
Feb 2020
To enter it properly preserved Opera House brought goosebumps understanding the past and story behind Saigon! I was at first reluctant to look at though I completely got the moneys worth of mine. The entire idea is very exclusive as well as the performers were spectacular!!! It absolutely was a very first for me to enjoy this show type in which every single sound was created by the performers themselves. Really incredible and should not be missed when in Vietnam. When provided the opportunity going again, I am going to go through the entire experience again,
Written April 8, 2020
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Ginelle D
1 contribution
Feb 2020
I'd the lucky chance to find a performance in the Opera House in the regrettable time of the Trump Kim Summit. Evidently, the sole method to see the inside of the Opera House is going to a performance. The performance was terrific, and the Opera House is a lovely structure, though the visitors from road closures and security was outrageous. Fortunately, these events types are rare. General, however, the Opera House was enjoyable to check out and also attend a show in, though I want there'd were a chance for the capability or a trip to walk around the structure with no restriction.
Written April 6, 2020
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Fred de Soet
Soest, The Netherlands777 contributions
Dec 2019
Nice classic old building. Beautiful staircases and theatre hall.
But the stage is too small for modern ballet / dance pieces.
Also there is no room to get refreshment in the pause of the show.
There is only a water bottle selling machine at the entrance.
But the big Swan Lake ballet and orchestra were great.
It was good to see that a lot of Vietnamese children were attending the ballet also.
If you have enough time in Hanoi it's a good opportunity to experience another side of Hanoi's cultural posibilities.
But the stage is too small for modern ballet / dance pieces.
Also there is no room to get refreshment in the pause of the show.
There is only a water bottle selling machine at the entrance.
But the big Swan Lake ballet and orchestra were great.
It was good to see that a lot of Vietnamese children were attending the ballet also.
If you have enough time in Hanoi it's a good opportunity to experience another side of Hanoi's cultural posibilities.
Written January 5, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Good S
1 contribution
Feb 2020
Its incredible! A great blend between contemporary show and Vietnam tradition. Music that is live is played with standard instruments however in a contemporary way. They explain to you the Vietnam identity in an extremely specific manner. You are able to observe poetry in the little materials they use, the styles they select, so the manner they normally use lights... I enjoyed it.
Written April 13, 2020
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Frances L
United Kingdom263 contributions
Mar 2020
The Opera House is in the centre of Hanoi and so big and imposing amongst its surroundings it can't be missed . French architecture I believe and built in the 1900's. Lovely spacious foyer and comfortable seating. Tickets can be booked on line
Written July 30, 2020
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JMB50
Sprowston, UK415 contributions
Nov 2019
Although I was unable to go inside as it was early evening and people were arriving for a concert I was able to see the façade illuminated and it look magnificent. It is so like its Paris counterpart. I was only sorry I couldn't go inside.
Written January 29, 2020
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Li Meng Meng
Vietnam105 contributions
Jan 2020 • Business
I was invited to a conference in Hanoi Opera House. My first impression was the French colony’s architecture of the building from the outside to the inside. Really amazing. The music performed by the disabled students was also really great and impressive. I will come back soon to see more shows.
Written March 12, 2020
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Travelaround59
London, UK1,695 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Yup...the Opera House is so similar to the Paris Opera House (just smaller!) that for a second you just think that you are in Paris.
Is a beautiful building that, luckily, has been spared all the communist propaganda of festoon and written notices on its front so that you can enjoy the lines of the architecture of the building.
Is a beautiful building that, luckily, has been spared all the communist propaganda of festoon and written notices on its front so that you can enjoy the lines of the architecture of the building.
Written February 12, 2020
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Aguilar D
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam1 contribution
Feb 2020
The show was an entertaining and nice experience with insights to Current life and vietnamese culture too. Easy to look at, not very long and appropriate perhaps for families and kids. Prior to the show, we participated in a brief (10min) trip to find out about the story of the structure. Excellent experience as an entire for me personally, the husband of mine and the older mom of mine, could happily recommend.
Written April 13, 2020
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Would I need to book tickets in advance or can I book tickets on the day of the show?
Nigel V
Castle Douglas, UK170 contributions
You can book tickets on the day but you may not get the best seats.Try booking in advance.
Duc P
Hanoi, Vietnam5 contributions
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Qufu, China44 contributions
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Saasha-Q
New Delhi, India82 contributions
How much do the opera tickets cost on an average? Also is there is website from where tickets can be purchased? Lastly are the shows listed somewhere online? Or do i have to buy th tickets in person when in hanoi?
KianHian L
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,274 contributions
Hi Saasha
Yes you can buy the ticket online.
Please google for Hanoi Opera house, there was an online website with shows schedule.
There are some guidelines in TA that we need to abide. So cannit list down here.
Vikram Goel
Vellore, India19 contributions
Hello! Which website do we use to book the tickets in the opera house?
Mkech
United Kingdom93 contributions
Hi, You can google Hanoi Opera Tickets. Or, if you are staying at a major hotel ( Sofitel is the best ) the Opera House is literally twp blocks away and you can walk there to get tickets.
Vikram Goel
Vellore, India19 contributions
Hello! Which website do we use to book the tickets in the opera house?
ThaiCookingRocks
Changchun, China772 contributions
I got it at the hotel I was staying at.
ElizMary
Batam, Indonesia4 contributions
Is the only way to enter and see inside the opera house is through a show? Do they have visitor passes during the days there are no shows?
Conor b
Napier, New Zealand62 contributions
I think you have to go to a show but there is a bar so maybe during show times you will get in. Hope this helps. Others enjoyed the show we didn't rate it.
Rushabh S
Mumbai, India1 contribution
Hi, I'll be coming to Vietnam for my honeymoon and will be in Hanoi between 21-24 Feb. I am planning to attend a show here and wanted to know if there is a dress code to adhere to.
Michael O
Hue, Vietnam9 contributions
We went to the Opera and the dress code was relaxed which was a relief. Smart casual is fine (I only had black jeans and a shirt as we are on holiday from the UK and that was fine). If you wanted to dress up more then you could. Up to yourselves.
Its pretty cheap ( approx $15 each got us great seats so worth getting a decent seat if your budget allows.
Enjoy
Patrick_Theriault
China6 contributions
Are there any big theatrical plays or operas showing on the date of February the 12th 2015? I'd like to take my wife on a romantic night.
caipirina
Colombo, Sri Lanka858 contributions
Too bad you just missed the only real 'opera' performance of the year last week. The opera house is not constantly showing musical events, so far I do not see anything for 12.2. (try ticketvn website for info, TA does not let me spell out the link) .. from posters around there I sometimes see that the space is 'rented' for private events ... when in the city I recommend to just walk by and ask, as far as I know there are also tours to see the inside. Enjoy Hanoi!
Linda J
Antwerp Province, Belgium22 contributions
Waar vind ik de voorstelingen in de opera tussen 9/2/2015 en 18/2/2015?
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