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Old Opera House (Alte Oper)

Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany (Innenstadt)
69 1340-400
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As featured in 3 days in Frankfurt
Ranked #13 of 119 attractions in Frankfurt
Type: Operas, Theatres, Architectural Buildings, Performances
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Owner description: 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... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Sidney, Canada
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35 reviews 35 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Classic exterior with a phenomenal new interior rebuilt after the war damage. Very much enjoyed a social evening in the restaurant. Great location.

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romania
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68 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

I haven't been inside the old Opera house because it was closed every time I got there. Nevertheless, it is an impressive building, acting as a landmark and a symbol for this city. Don't miss!

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Cambridge ON
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55 reviews 55 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
91 helpful votes 91 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We were part of a large group that had dinner at this venue. It is a very large and open space but you can feel the history as you enter. The catering was first rate and very tasty. Definitely worth checking out if you have a group and looking for an unusal place to go.

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Chicago, Illinois
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14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
84 helpful votes 84 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

This is a beautiful huge building with a very nice surrounding square. It is right off of the pedestrian shopping street that connects to the city center, the Roemer. It is just magnificent to look at.

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Grundau, Germany
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19 reviews 19 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I absolutely love going here and the variety of performances have kept our visits from becoming repetitive. Not only is the Old Opera House beautiful, the acoustics are fantastic and there aren't any bad seats (not that I've had anyway).

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Schweinfurt, Germany
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8 attraction reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013 via mobile

I have had the opportunity to have brunch at this restaurant twice, both times have been magnificent. Just a lovely place to dine. The cuisine and atmosphere is just wonderful. I will definitely go back. You must call, reservation is a must!

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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14 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013 via mobile

Frankfurt is not a great town - it's a modern city built for business. And it does that well. However, the "Old Opera" house is is grand looking buildig from the outside, but rebuilt after it was destroyed during the war. The inside is quite modern - the chairs are acceptable and more comfortable that you will find in, say... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

This magnificent structure might have fallen to the wrecking ball but for a civic initiative to raise funds to restore it. It was fire bombed during World War II, but all the walls left standing. I recall its dark hulk as both dismaying and promising in the 1970s (a time when I lived near Frankfurt). Thank goodness civic pride fulfilled... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

A Monument not to be missed, loved it we visit it every time we come to Frankfurt, we recommend it, a must see attraction in Fr.

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Luxembourg
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18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

It is a beautiful building both inside and out. This had been our third visit and we found the seats in the stalls uncomfortable and the temperature and humidity rose during the performance. Everything else about the place is clean and professional.

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