Bavarian State Opera (Bayerische Staatsoper) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Bavarian State Opera (Bayerische Staatsoper). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Munich City Hop-on Hop-off Tour

• Private Munich Old Town Walking Tour with optional Breakfast

• Private Highlights of Munich Bike Tour with Beer Garden Stop

The cost to visit the Bavarian State Opera varies by performance and seating category, with prices typically ranging from €10 to over €200. Higher prices apply to prime seats at the front of the stalls or box seats, which offer the best views and acoustics at the venue.

The Bavarian State Opera was founded in 1653 as an opera company in Munich. Over centuries, it became one of Germany's most prestigious companies, performing works by world-renowned composers such as Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner. It is based at the Nationaltheater, a cultural landmark.

The Bavarian State Opera complex, headquartered at the iconic Nationaltheater, is home to world-class performances and architectural beauty. Key attractions include the opera house itself, with its impressive acoustics and its grand interiors. The complex also features a gift shop, on-site bars, and restaurants.

In the Nationaltheater, there is the Restaurant Ludwig Zwei, where you can book a table for a full meal. The Rheingold Bar-Bistro serves drinks and snacks, while additional bars are on the first and third balcony levels.

Yes, guided tours of the Bavarian State Opera’s headquarters—the Nationaltheater—are available. Tours offer visitors the opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn about all the work that goes into producing a performance. Tour routes typically visit the auditorium, the Ionic Halls, and the stage area (if not in use).