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Palais Garnier's Secrets

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1 DiscoveryPalais Garnier
LanguagesEnglish / French / German / Arabic / Russian / Spanish / Mandarin / Japanese / Italian / Portuguese
2 Hours (approx.)
Eco-Friendly Exploration

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Tour Highlights

Itinerary and What to Expect?

What's Included?

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Palais Garnier’s Secrets tour takes you behind the scenes at one of the most iconic venues in Paris, the stunning Palais Garnier. Constructed in the 1800s to house the famous Paris Opera, this monumental theatre and museum offer some of the most opulent architecture in Europe. Explore the twists and turns, historic seating area, and the in-house museum, and discover the secrets behind the building’s colorful past.

Palais Garnier Tour Highlights

  • Exclusive discovery of the Palais Garnier
  • Discover Palais Garnier's history and heritage
  • Explore secrets surrounding the opera house
  • Journey through the grandiose decor and architecture

Itinerary and What to Expect?

Your guide will greet you at the steps of the Palais Garnier before you head to your discovery.

(A detailed map will be provided once the booking is confirmed)

Follow in the footsteps of audiences past as you explore the twists and turns of the iconic Palais Garnier. This tour lifts the curtain on one of the premier performance venues in Europe, revealing the hidden, and at times, the surprising history behind the impressive design. Enter through the stately Members’ Rotunda, with its elaborate architecture and grandiose decor, and take center stage as you ascend the Grand Staircase. Explore the lofty nave, carved from marble, onyx, copper, and gold leaf, and discover the secrets behind its construction. Experience the Grand Foyer, lined with floor-to-ceiling mirrors and windows, and soak up the view over the pretty Avenue de l’Opéra. Learn what inspired the area’s unique Renaissance architecture and the colorful characters who helped shape it. With your guide, explore the fascinating collection of artifacts housed in the Garnier Museum, and take in the many works of sculpture and art peppered throughout the venue.

After your exquisite exploration, your guide will escort you back to the Palais Garnier steps.

What's Included

Private English Speaking Guide

Palais Garnier Skip-the-Line Ticket

All fees and taxes

Transfer from/to your Paris hotel

Provided upon request

Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach the Arc de Triomphe via the Metro 3, 7 and 8 and stop at Opéra situated right in front of the landmark.

We will always send a detailed map so you don’t get lost.

Yes, we can certainly organise one of our chauffeurs to pick you up from your residence to and from the Palais Garnier at an additional charge.

Yes, everyone with a wheelchair can access the Palais Garnier and enjoy the Opéra’s history.

Yes, no other participants will be joining your Palais Garnier’s Secrets tour.

Please find a link to our Covid-19 Measures where you can find what we do to keep all our clients safe.

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Distance Keeping

Distancing will always be kept between other groups during each tour limiting the risks as much as possible.

Temperature Checks

We ensure to check the temperature of our guides and drivers regularly before and after each tour.

Washing Hands

When possible hands should be washed in order to prevent any spread. Our guides and drivers ensure whenever it is possible to wash their hands regularly.

Minimum Risk

We ensure every place (Museums, Castles or Similar) visited is safe with minimal risk to our clients, guides and drivers. If needed, we will amend the place of visit without jeopardizing your experience or cancel the tour altogether.

Hand Sanitization

Our guides and drivers will regularly sanitize their hands and will always have a bottle of hand sanitizer on them. Upon request, we will offer a small bottle of hand sanitizer to all our clients at no extra charge.

Wearing Mask

Wearing the mask is mandatory at all times by our clients, guides and drivers during each tour. After 2 hours, all masks need to be changed. Our guides and drivers will always have extra masks at your disposal.

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Booking & Cancellation Policy

RATES AND PRICES

All rates and prices quoted are subject to availability. Prices will not change even if the full payment is not received and voucher(s) are not issued. Prices that are quoted include all taxes and fees unless we advise otherwise.

Private Day Trips or Group Day Trips

  • At the time of booking no deposit amount will be processed
  • 30 days before the departure 50% of the total amount is to be settled
  • 7 days before the departure the remaining 50% is to be settled
  • Cancellation and refunds are based on the Cancellation Policy below
  • If you wish to settle the total price differently please contact us at [email protected]

YOUR VOUCHER AND DEPARTURE POINT

Private Day Trips

Please present your voucher 15-20 minutes before departure to the driver or guide at the departure point of your tour. The location of the departure point can be found in the description of the tour and is stated on your booking confirmation. We cannot be held responsible for clients showing up late for their tours.

Transportation Services

Please present your voucher 15-20 minutes before departure to the driver at the departure point. The location of the departure point has to be advised at the time of booking. We cannot be held responsible for clients showing up late for their transfer.

Availability

The travel products and services sold through this site are subject to availability and can be withdrawn without notice. Private Day Trip, Group Day Trip, or Packed Multi-Day Trip is confirmed once the booking is received.

Important

We request that you carefully check the dates on your voucher and to contact us immediately if these are not correct.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Private Day Trips or Group Day Trips

  • Cancellation more than 7 days in advance is fully refundable
  • Cancellation up to 48 hours prior to departure date: 50% of the total amount plus administration fees that might be imposed (Except if unforeseen circumstances arise such not being able to travel due to the coronavirus)
  • Cancellation up to and less than 24 hours prior to the departure date and time or no-show: 100% of the total amount (Except if unforeseen circumstances arise such as not being able to travel due to the coronavirus)

Transportation Services

  • Cancellation more than 7 days in advance is fully refundable
  • Cancellation up to 48 hours prior to departure date: 50% of the total amount plus administration fees that might be imposed (Except if unforeseen circumstances arise such not being able to travel due to the coronavirus)
  • Cancellation up to and less than 24 hours prior to the departure date and time or no-show: 100% of the total amount (Except if unforeseen circumstances arise such as not being able to travel due to the coronavirus)
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