Name: Hungarian State Opera
Address: Budapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061 Hungary
Telephone: (06 1) 472 0449
Rating: 4.6

Neoclassical venue with ceiling frescoes & statues of composers, for opera & ballet plus tours.

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The Hungarian State Opera House boasts the third best acoustics in Europe, after La Scala Opera House in Milan and Palais Garnier in Paris.

The Opera House was completed in 1884 and underwent a major renovation in the 1980s, reopening in 1984, exactly 100 years after its initial opening.

A massive chandelier weighing 3,050 kg (6,724 lb) illuminates the grand auditorium.

The interior of the auditorium is adorned with several kilograms of gold foil, creating a dazzling and luminous ambiance.

The Hungarian State Opera House is located on Andrassy Avenue, which was designated a World Heritage Site in 2002.

Guided tours of the Opera House are available in six languages, offering insights into its history and architecture.

The Opera House also serves as the home of the Hungarian National Ballet, showcasing world-class performances.