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Gran Teatre del Liceu Opera house in Barcelona

Barcelona's renowned ornate Grand Opera house established 1837. Modernised and rebuilt 1999 after a fire. Read about history and live shows

Updated: Mar 1, 2024 by: Barcelona Travel Hacks Views: 1.5k

About Liceo Theatre Grand Opera House

The Gran Teatre del Liceu Liceu theatre in La Rambla, is one of the most important opera houses in Europe and Catalonia's premier opera house. Liceu Thetre is comparable to the covent Garden theatre in London.

The most important works of classical music have been performed by the greatest singers of the past two decades. Stars like Domingo, Pavarotti, Caballe, Callas and Tebaldi have performed in Liceo Theatre.

Visiting Liceo Theatre Grand Opera House

Pre covid, the Liceo Theatre offered a one hour guided tour of the auditorium and various lounges for 19 euros or an 80 minute tour for 25 euros that included the backstage area as well.

Note: the guided tours are currently not offered and the only way to visit the theatre is to see a live show.

See the what on & subscriptions tab of the Liceo Theatre website.

What to take with you for Liceo Theatre Grand Opera House

Bicycle anchorage points by Liceo Metro station exit. Bicycles in this part of town have a high probability of being stolen so do not take your eyes off it.

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Summary of Prices

Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Adult Zone 1 T-casual € 19.00 Child T-familiar FREE For under 10 yearsNotes Special discounts for retirees, students, children and subscribers. Book Guided tour by Email.

Getting to Liceo Theatre Grand Opera House

Address: La Rambla 51-59, Barcelona. 08002

The nearest TMB METRO is Liceo on the green (L3) metro line.

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