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Grand Opera House

2 Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7BA, Northern Ireland
44-28-9024-1919
Ranked #7 of 111 attractions in Belfast
4.5 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
Type: Operas, Architectural Buildings
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Carrickfergus
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Last visit was to the Opera and what a magnificent offering on the stage where a young Pavorotti made his debut in the same opera. When in Belfast get to the GOH and no matter what is currently on you'll enjoy the beauty of this magnificent Victorian Theatre More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

the building is stunning in every way, highly recommended to go see, and the staf friendly and helpful to More

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Newtownards, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

This place has really upped its game, lovely bar and coffee area, fun live performances and great films. More

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NORTHERN IRELAND
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Fabulous theatre, central location, don't miss out on a wee pint of guinness in the Crown Bar (one of the oldest and most loved land marks in Belfast) which is just across the road from the opera house. More

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northern Ireland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

havnt been in the opera house for about 13yrs & it has been done up,had great seats in the stalls & had a few drinks at the bar & pre-booked our half time drinks which saved us standing in a massive queue,good idea..... More

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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Lovely building and plenty of playsand musical to see. Good views from all around the seating area and friendly staff. More

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switzerland
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47 reviews 47 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

bought a last minute ticket on arrival in the city, and only could get front row seats. they were actually very good as there is a large distance between the front row and the stage. the theatre itself was lovely, old-fashioned and typical! More

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N Ireland
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82 reviews 82 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

This is an opera house with a lovely decor and comfy seats. Depends on what is showing but some good musicals shown. More

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Inverness, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Unfortunately this production is finished now. It was so emotional and most befitting for the start of the Titanic Exhibition, Belfast. the Grand Opera House was a lovely theatre and even in the "Gods" we had an excellent view of the stage. A very welcoming venue. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Excellent building-old part - not so sure about extension. More

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