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The Opera of Toulon

The Opera of Toulon is a magnificent nineteenth-century building, one of the largest of France by its capacity. The Toulon audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this temple of music and lyric art, erected in 1862, jewel of the heritage of the town.

The temple of lyric art

This magnificent building is none other than the Opera of Toulon. Erected in 1862, it could host nearly one thousand eight hundred spectators, which makes it one of the largest operas of France, just after that of Paris. Its construction, at a time when Toulon was experiencing an important rise thanks to its port and the Navy, testifies to the cultural ambition of the town and to its desire to endow itself with an equipment worthy of the great cities. The building, of eclectic style typical of the nineteenth century, charms by its façade adorned with sculptures and caryatids, and even more by its sumptuous interior: its great Italian-style hall, adorned with red velvet, gildings, balconies and a magnificent painted ceiling, plunges the spectator into the pomp of the great era. For more than a century and a half, the opera has hosted operas, ballets, symphonic concerts and shows, perpetuating a rich cultural life. It remains one of the architectural jewels of Toulon. A jewel of the heritage and a temple of music, the Opera of Toulon is a fine stop of the discovery of the town.

What to see

You admire the magnificent opera erected in 1862, which could host nearly one thousand eight hundred spectators, one of the largest of France just after that of Paris, with a façade adorned with sculptures and caryatids and a sumptuous Italian-style hall adorned with red velvet, gildings and a painted ceiling, which hosts operas, ballets and concerts. The Opera of Toulon is a jewel of the heritage. It is a fine stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Opera of Toulon lies in the heart of the town, reachable on foot. You admire its façade from the street; the performances and the possible visits follow their own programme and hours, which vary. It is best to check the agenda before coming.

Why is the Opera of Toulon remarkable?

Because erected in 1862, it could host nearly one thousand eight hundred spectators, which makes it one of the largest operas of France, just after that of Paris; its façade is adorned with sculptures and caryatids, and its sumptuous Italian-style hall, adorned with red velvet and gildings, hosts operas, ballets and concerts.

Where is the Opera of Toulon?

In the heart of Toulon, in France.