Visiting Covent Garden? Then make sure you make a trip to the Royal Opera House. To help you with your visit Footprints Tours have put together Ultimate guide to Royal Opera House…the show must go on!

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Built in 1732, this well-known theater is the home to the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera, which regularly features world famous stars and performances throughout the year. It was originally built as a playhouse before Handel’s first season of operas began in 1735. 2 fires destroyed the magnificent building in 1808 and 1856 and much of it was rebuilt in 1858. Despite this the current building was re-constructed in the 1990’s. It consists of 2256 seats, four tiers of boxes and balconies and a splendid ceiling. It’s one of the most beautiful buildings in London, with a world renowned restaurant serving high quality fare.
It’s open to the public during the daytime and you can even book guided tours. The best way to experience it is to have a coffee at the Amphitheatre Restaurant, and soak up the ambience of the breath-taking views across the Covent Garden Piazza.
You can find out more about Covent Garden on our FREE London Walking Tour!

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