Backstage Tours
Main House Event
Visit the Backstage and the Front of House areas of one of the world's leading theatres as it prepares to open its doors for the evening performance.
The Backstage Tours include an introduction to the colourful history of the theatre, an insight into the redevelopment of the Royal Opera House and a look at aspects of current productions. As the Royal Opera House is a fully working theatre, each tour is a unique experience, and may include opportunities to see The Royal Ballet in class, or the magnificent backstage technology in operation.
Please note: All tours vary according to what is available on the day and a visit to the auditorium is not guaranteed; it is never possible to attend stage rehearsals. Remember that you are visiting a working theatre and plans may change at short notice. Photography is not permitted on backstage tours.
More Information can be found, below:
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Times: The tours can run three times per day Mondays to Fridays, at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm, and on Saturdays at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. All tours last approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Please note: Backstage tours may not necessarily occur at all of the times mentioned above. For an accurate schedule, please check the calendar, above.
Tickets: can be booked through the Royal Opera House Box Office by telephoning +44 (0) 20 7304 4000, and can be booked online (select your preferred month, then select the date for details on exact times of tours).
For information only call +44 (0) 20 7212 9389.
Price: The cost is £9 per ticket [concessions: £8 (senior citizens) and £7 (students/unemployed/children) Proof of eligibility may be required]. The tours are not suitable for children under the age of eight.
Group Bookings: Reservations are essential for groups of ten and more. There is a maximum of 20 people per tour. Groups bookings can only be made by contacting Box Office Group Sales on +44 (0) 20 7304 4002.
Access: The tour route is fully accessible to wheelchair users, however, it is advisable to notify the Box Office of any disabilities when booking for the tour. The Royal Opera House is a large building so distances have to be travelled using stairs or lifts.
Meeting point: The Royal Opera House tour guide will meet ticket holders in the cloakroom area adjacent to the Box Office in the Bow Street/Covent Garden Piazza Link.