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Teatro Colon


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 204 attractions in Buenos Aires
Traveller Description: Closed for renovation until 2008.
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Attraction type: Theatre, Opera
Address: Cerrito 618
(Closed for renovation until May 2008.) Buenos Aires 1010
Argentina
Tel: 54-11-4378-7344
Fax: 54-11-4378-7305

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5 of 5 stars
Buenos Aires, Argentina
24 Jan 2008
5
people found this review helpful

The Teatro Colón is really a nice building to visit. Or, still better, to go to a concert. It is one of the most wonderfull theatres in the world, probably with the best acoustic. It is designed for Opera, but also used for symphonic concerts. But since May, 2007, it is closed because of the works for a complete restoration... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Dalton, Georgia
14 Dec 2005
43
people found this review helpful

We were disappointed as we were planning our trip to Argentina to find out that a strike had closed the Teatro Colón. However, just a few days before we were to leave the strike was over. What a treat we would have missed if we had not been able to tour the theater and attend a performance! The Tour The... more

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5 of 5 stars
Washington, DC
23 Oct 2005
32
people found this review helpful

I echo earlier reviews about taking a tour. I would recommend that you reserve in advance. The tour involves a lot of walking and several flight of stairs, so if you have mobility problems, you won´t be able to do it. The tour takes you all through various workshops of the artists and supporting groups (scenery, wardrobe etc.), so it´s... more

10 Aug 2005
23
people found this review helpful

Do the tour, then book a ticket and go watch a show. The productions are top-notch. You will see things that are generally too expensive to put on in the US. This was my second show at the Colon. The first time was the Symphony. Enjoyed both experiences. The Colon is truly an architectural marvel in some disrepair. But it... more

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5 of 5 stars
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
2 Jun 2005
40
people found this review helpful

I went on a guided tour in english of the theater and it was amazing. The cost is 12 pesos which is nothing and it is an hour and a half long with a very intelligent and well spoken guide. The information and history that is learned is awesome. Do not miss this while in BA. more

3 Sep 2008

世界で二番目の客席数を誇る劇場。 1908年にできたので、100年を機に本格的な修理を2007年からしています。本当は... more

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5 of 5 stars
buenos aires
27 Mar 2008

Solo comparable a la Scala de Milan. Lastima que ahora se encuentre cerrado. De todas formas vale la pena sacarse... more

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Teatro Colon Address

Cerrito 618 | (Closed for renovation until May 2008.), Buenos Aires 1010, Argentina
Tel: 54-11-4378-7344 Fax: 54-11-4378-7305