Top Destinations to See an Opera

Top Destinations to See an Opera

Are you a long-time opera lover? Or is the opera new territory for you? Well, either way, you’ve come to the right place. All over the world opera is celebrated by so many. And for good reason! It’s entertaining, enlightening, and even educational at times. So, that’s why we’ve decided to have a look at some of the top destinations to visit an opera house - with this, you can make the most of your next trip away. Let’s go.

Rome, Italy

When someone says “opera”, one of the first destinations that come to mind is Italy. More specifically,opera in Rome is famed for its excellence. There are plenty of opera houses to choose from in this city, and some very famous faces have graced this city’s opera houses, from Pavarotti to Domingo. As well as the opera offerings, it's a city steeped in culture, so you’ll have plenty to do alongside your opera visit. Places you can watch opera here include Teatro dell'Opera, Theater Salone Margherita, and Opera da Camera di Roma.

London, England

One of the best-known opera houses in the world is The Royal Opera House based in Covent Garden, London. It was founded in 1732 and has since seen thousands of people welcomed through its doors. As well as The Royal Opera House being such a great spot to catch a show, it is also a famous landmark in the capital city.

Sydney, Australia

One of the most iconic opera houses in the world, with a highly distinctive ‘spiky’ exterior, the Sydney Opera House is definitely worth a visit if you’re down under. It is said to be a masterpiece of 20th-century construction, as building works started on the venue in 1959. Not only does it offer incredible shows and interesting architecture, but the views of Sydney Harbor are second to none. What’s not to love?

Vienna, Austria

Another European destination, Vienna has attracted visitors far and wide to its Vienna State Opera venue. It’s world-renowned and a great destination for you to indulge in top-quality opera performances. The opera is one of the main draws to the city, along with themuseums and fine arts. Another city drenched in culture and learning opportunities!

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Over in South America, Argentina has fantastic opera to offer. Teatro Colón said to be one of the top 10 opera houses in the world by National Geographic, has over 50,000 Google reviews with a score of 4.8/5 (in June 2022). Pretty impressive statistics. As well as opera, it is well known for ballet and symphony performances. Another place for you to add to your list!

As you can tell from this list, the opportunity to see great opera shows spreads far and wide, no matter what continent you’re in. So, you can never use the excuse that there are no options near to you! If you love opera, incorporate a show into your next trip away to make it extra special. Why not try one of the cities on this list?