Teatro La Fenice, Venice: Address, Phone Number, Teatro La Fenice Reviews: 4.5/5
Teatro La Fenice
Teatro La Fenice
4.5
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This world famous opera house, burned to the ground in 1996, has been rebuilt amongst much scandal and drama: its modern beauty and complex history ensure its place among the most celebrated monuments in Italian history.
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The area
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Neighbourhood: San Marco
The most famous sestiere (district) in Venice has one of the world's most famous squares, St. Mark's (Piazza San Marco). Anchored on one end by the basilica, clustered around it are restaurants, museums, shops, orchestras playing in the square, pigeons, the grand pink Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale), the soaring campanile bell tower, an astrological clock tower, plus gorgeous cafes and restaurants like Florian and Quadri. Piazza San Marco is beloved by Venetians themselves. They book a table anytime, which offers a buffer from the fray. This grand outdoor drawing room attracts Venetians for a stroll too, especially late in the afternoon when the hoards of daytrippers thin out. It's simply a grand place to meet.
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4,472 reviews
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MoldNurseteacher
Mold36 contributions
Apr. 2022
Going to the opera, wow, this was special. Verdi’s “I Lombardi alla prima crocera”. Never heard of it so did some prep prior to coming to Venice and the music sounded glorious, and indeed it was simply splendid when heard in the most beautiful opera house. The interior was decoratively outstandingly beautiful.
The only hiccough was the interval. We missed a glass of Prosecco because we did not understand the local system to obtain your drink. First you needed to find the till which was not by the bar. You pay at the till, keep your receipt and then queue up at the bar and show your receipt to a barman who then prepares your drink. We of course queued for a while and when we tried to order at the bar we’re told to go to the till, get a receipt and return. Irritating but in the scheme of things only mildly so.
Yes, it’s expensive and it’s a treat but it’s a one-off and so worthwhile. So glad we took a risk, the memory will be for life.
The only hiccough was the interval. We missed a glass of Prosecco because we did not understand the local system to obtain your drink. First you needed to find the till which was not by the bar. You pay at the till, keep your receipt and then queue up at the bar and show your receipt to a barman who then prepares your drink. We of course queued for a while and when we tried to order at the bar we’re told to go to the till, get a receipt and return. Irritating but in the scheme of things only mildly so.
Yes, it’s expensive and it’s a treat but it’s a one-off and so worthwhile. So glad we took a risk, the memory will be for life.
Written 23 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
nick w
London, UK914 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
Even though we were up on the top floor we still enjoyed great views of tge opera performance. The interior of the theatre is quite stunning and worth the price of the operations tickets alone.
The free standing seats were comfortable and moveable and the toilets were clean and modern.
The free standing seats were comfortable and moveable and the toilets were clean and modern.
Written 3 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Margarita O.
San Jose, CA66 contributions
Sep. 2021
We have tickets to the opera for September 2022. I am sharing seating and visibility information that might be helpful to others. Information was obtained directly from Venice Opera via email.
Seats are placed one behind another and are NOT staggered. Rows AF-AA seats are in the orchestra pit, hence they are situated below stage level.
Rows A - F at at stage level
Visibility from row G through N is very good. Row L is the best row in the orchestra section as there is a large gap between Rows I and L. Rows J and K are removed.
Balcony boxes are good seats as long as you get center boxes. Also, only the first row of balcony boxes has visibility to the stage. 2nd Rows are much cheaper due to visibility issues.
We could not find tickets for row L (not a surprise!) and got tickets for the first row in the 2nd balcony, center boxes.
IMHO, if you are going to Venice Opera one time, might as well, get the best seat possible. I've heard so much about the hall...can't wait for the performance. I will update my review with pictures from our seat for your reference later in October 2022.
Seats are placed one behind another and are NOT staggered. Rows AF-AA seats are in the orchestra pit, hence they are situated below stage level.
Rows A - F at at stage level
Visibility from row G through N is very good. Row L is the best row in the orchestra section as there is a large gap between Rows I and L. Rows J and K are removed.
Balcony boxes are good seats as long as you get center boxes. Also, only the first row of balcony boxes has visibility to the stage. 2nd Rows are much cheaper due to visibility issues.
We could not find tickets for row L (not a surprise!) and got tickets for the first row in the 2nd balcony, center boxes.
IMHO, if you are going to Venice Opera one time, might as well, get the best seat possible. I've heard so much about the hall...can't wait for the performance. I will update my review with pictures from our seat for your reference later in October 2022.
Written 8 March 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Mari C
New York City, NY86 contributions
Feb. 2022 • Solo
This is a review for a tour with audio guide - not a performance. It was a genuine pleasure to be able to tour this beautiful theatre. I enjoyed the audio guide (make sure you bring ID to be able to pick up an audioguide). This theater is Legendary for a reason - the interiors truly are beautiful. Cafe was also very nice.
Written 23 February 2022
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ksarman
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar6,594 contributions
Jan. 2022
Visiting The Fenice it s like open a chapter of the Venezzia History
Besides after the last big fire, not the first but i really hope the last , they did an amazing renovation
If you can book a show here too, the main opera room is unique , it s one of the symbol of the Serenisima
dont hesitate , go
entrance fees 11 euros included the audio guid
Besides after the last big fire, not the first but i really hope the last , they did an amazing renovation
If you can book a show here too, the main opera room is unique , it s one of the symbol of the Serenisima
dont hesitate , go
entrance fees 11 euros included the audio guid
Written 11 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Louis C
14 contributions
Oct. 2021
We attended a concert at La Fenice (Brahms and Buckner) our last night in Venice. The music was excellent, but the facility was breathtaking. A wonderful farewell to Italy. If you can see a performance here, by all means do so; if you cannot, at least tour the facility.
Written 4 November 2021
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Sabrina R
Grins, Austria116 contributions
Aug. 2021 • Couples
We spent two weeks in Italy & this was truly my highlight 😊 it‘s just so beautiful that it really blew my mind. Definitely take the audioguides and wander around. We were lucky enough to see / hear a rehearsal going on. Even after a day of walking around in Venice this place feels like an oasis. We had the VenezisUnics Card and there the entry was included. We can only recommend this place!
Written 30 August 2021
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Avital
Vilnius, Lithuania13 contributions
Jul. 2021
I feel in love with this theater. The interior is mesmerizing. Highly recommended to visit while in Venice!
Written 26 July 2021
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christina_stilista
Perth, Australia81 contributions
Jun. 2021
I was lucky to visit in the afternoon when the cast of Faust was rehearsing their opera performance. The theatre is historic and magnificent, coupled with the opportunity to enter a box and view the rehearsal....this experience was fantastic.
Written 22 June 2021
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Dukesmompes
Albuquerque, NM48 contributions
Oct. 2020
Sitting in the chairs, looking at the opulence....a once in a lifetime experience. Touring the building makes you feel like you're a time traveler
Written 4 June 2021
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gaetano perfetta
3 contributions
Significato posto galleria no parapetto valido perbuona visione e audioGrazie.vorrei prenotare Le Barruffe il 02/03/22
Natalie L
New Orleans, LA16 contributions
Is you are from the US, will your white vaccination card work as their green pass to get in?
Annalisa304
Province of Naples, Italy4 contributions
Salve, avrei intenzione di prenotare un posto in galleria fila A, diciamo proprio sopra al palco reale. La visuale da seduti é buona?
Ambrogio Saint-Pierre
Milan, Italy483 contributions
Certamente!
Nella mia recensione di gennaio (La traviata - 05.I.2020) ho pubblicato alcune foto scattate dalla Galleria Fila A Posto 31, sopra al palchetto subito alla sinistra del Palco Reale.
Si vede anche dalla seconda fila, ma se può prenda la prima!
Holidaysforhelen
Nuneaton, UK176 contributions
can you get cheaper tickets if you visit the box office on the day if they have seats left?
olgaw00
12 contributions
Yes it more cheap in this same day.
Getaway780277
4 contributions
Do I need to provide social security number to buy tickets and present passport to pick up passport from Fenice?
Gareth L
28 contributions
We bought tickets the day we visited and didn’t need to provide ID, but if you are buying in advance then some form of identification may be required. I suspect it will be the same as other venues in that respect, sorry, can’t assist further
Getaway780277
4 contributions
We are hoping to see Carmen in March 2020. The Fenice website doesn’t sell on line(?) Which site is the best to use to purchase and receive before our trip?
andypsps
Harrogate, UK57 contributions
You can buy direct from la fenice when tickets go on sale to the general public
Giampaolo Z
Feltre, Italy
Buonasera, per chi ha assistito ad un spettacolo, si ha migliore visibilità dalla galleria sopra il palco reale (posti dietro, non sul parapetto, non so se quelli seduti davanti possono coprire in parte la visuale), che sono frontali, oppure dal palco laterale III sul parapetto ? Settore 7 . E' un regalo e non viglio sbagliare.
Grazie
Amerigo Fanella
Sezze, Italy100 contributions
Salve, purtroppo non ho assistito a uno spettacolo quindi non so dirle
Scot5860
Edinburgh, UK63 contributions
Can anyone help with a choice between seats stalls in row D or N? Both are in the middle of the row on the aisle? Is it better to be a bit further back?
Bob S
Wilmington, DE11 contributions
It’s a relatively small venue and both should be pretty good. I’d probably go with N, but if you can get in the orchestra seats it will be well worth it.
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