Opéra Garnier
Photo guide and photographers
Gold statues, a grand facade and sweeping steps: the Opéra Garnier brings Belle Époque glamour to your photos.
- Best time
- Early morning
- Getting there
- Métro Opéra, lines 3, 7 and 8
- Crowds
- Busy square, quiet at dawn
Plan your session
The facade of the Opéra Garnier is one of the most opulent in Paris. Its steps and columns suit elegant portraits, fashion and evening-style couple sessions.
The surrounding Haussmann boulevards, with their balconies and cream stone, extend the classic Parisian look in every direction.
1 photographer shoot here
About this spot
Can we shoot inside the Opéra Garnier?
Indoor visits need a ticket and professional shoots need an authorization. The facade and steps are free to use.
What style suits the Opéra?
Elegant, dressed-up sessions: fashion, portraits and couples in evening wear.
