Chiesa Di San Paolo Entro Le Mura
Chiesa Di San Paolo Entro Le Mura
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Neighbourhood: Esquilino
Old school vibe from the very beginning is the only way to describe the Esquilino neighbourhood. The Esquilino takes pride in being one of the oldest areas in Rome for its key location on one of the city’s famous seven hills. From an ancient neighbourhood to its modern incarnation as a multicultural hub, Esquilino always has something going on—polyglot vendors debate street artists while kids play pick-up basketball games. Look around you: this area isn’t like the historic centre. Liberty architecture, large piazzas, and long boulevards mix with archaic arches, secret side alleys, and beautiful churches like Santa Maria Maggiore.
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- Repubblica - Teatro dell'Opera • 3 min walk
- Termini • 6 min walk
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4.5
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dapper777
Monaco65,988 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
We know this church quite well because we have been there several times for different occasions in the past.
And each time it was a pleasant experience.
Located in the central via Nazionale, a stone's throw from the Repubblica metro station, the Anglican Church of St. Paul within the Walls, was built between 1873 and 1880 by the English architect George Edmund Street on behalf of the Reverend Robert J. Nevin.
The church was built in Romanesque-Gothic style with a facade characterized by red bricks that alternate with travertine.
The interior has three naves with light filtering through the windows where scenes from the life of the saint are drawn.
The apse is covered with a mosaic designed by Edward Burne-Jones which depicts various scenes from the Apocalypse of the evangelist John and the faces of the fathers of the Church borrowed from historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln and General Grant of the American Civil War.
Built in 1873, it was the first non-Catholic Roman church to be built in the center of Rome and has always hosted classical music concerts, given its refined acoustics. Probably closed at this time for Covid, it is definitely worth a visit when it reopens.
And each time it was a pleasant experience.
Located in the central via Nazionale, a stone's throw from the Repubblica metro station, the Anglican Church of St. Paul within the Walls, was built between 1873 and 1880 by the English architect George Edmund Street on behalf of the Reverend Robert J. Nevin.
The church was built in Romanesque-Gothic style with a facade characterized by red bricks that alternate with travertine.
The interior has three naves with light filtering through the windows where scenes from the life of the saint are drawn.
The apse is covered with a mosaic designed by Edward Burne-Jones which depicts various scenes from the Apocalypse of the evangelist John and the faces of the fathers of the Church borrowed from historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln and General Grant of the American Civil War.
Built in 1873, it was the first non-Catholic Roman church to be built in the center of Rome and has always hosted classical music concerts, given its refined acoustics. Probably closed at this time for Covid, it is definitely worth a visit when it reopens.
Written 19 September 2020
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topguide
Edinburgh, UK53 contributions
Mar 2017 • Couples
I and friends have been to see the three tenors twice now and this time went to the Grand Opera two weeks ago, which was excellent . However I only mark this as a 3 * as we paid £50.00 each which was £200.00 in total and discovered when we went to the toilet facilities they were a health hazard, extremely filthy and I would not keep pigs in the gents and was informed by my friend the ladies was disgusting. The show fantastic ,but you don't charge those prices and provide toilet facilities that are not fit for purpose. This let the whole thing down. I am sorry to have to write this,but someone needs to get this sorted.
Written 18 March 2017
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betsygggg
Durham, CT432 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
Attending the opera was a nice way to end our trip in Italy. Saint Paul's Within the Walls is a small venue. No need to pay extra for front row seats but arrive at least 20 minutes early to get a good seat. The benches are a bit uncomfortable to sit in for an entire opera. Although some people were dressed up, most women had on simple dresses with sweaters and the men wore long pants, some with shirts and ties and jackets but others in long sleeved polos or shirts. But if you feel like dressing up, you would not be out of place. The opera was sweet, strong voices and performances.
Written 14 October 2015
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kbsmith23
Victoria, Canada6 contributions
May 2012 • Family
on planning my trip to Italy, I found an opera (La Traviata) being staged here on the Saturday night that we were there. It was absolutely magic to see and hear an opera staged in a gorgeous old church. Would definitely recommend this as an experience for anyone who likes opera...or, really, just anyone!!
Written 21 July 2012
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Evie M
Indiana11 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Got tickets for the opera night, hoping to enjoy it.
The orchestra consisted of a string quartet and a piano. The piano player was making multiple mistakes, messing up the tempo for everyone, and generally killing the entire experience. Strings couldn't decide if they should follow the piano, or keep up the tempo, so everything just... unraveled.
With singers, it got worse. None of the three (tenor, soprano, baritone) had the range for the pieces (Barber of Sevillia and Traviata - come on, it's the basics!), so they compensated by huge fortes where they could sign, and near-non-existent pianos when they couldn't.
We were seated in the middle of a row, so we could not walk out politely until intermission. Worst hour of my time in Rome.
The orchestra consisted of a string quartet and a piano. The piano player was making multiple mistakes, messing up the tempo for everyone, and generally killing the entire experience. Strings couldn't decide if they should follow the piano, or keep up the tempo, so everything just... unraveled.
With singers, it got worse. None of the three (tenor, soprano, baritone) had the range for the pieces (Barber of Sevillia and Traviata - come on, it's the basics!), so they compensated by huge fortes where they could sign, and near-non-existent pianos when they couldn't.
We were seated in the middle of a row, so we could not walk out politely until intermission. Worst hour of my time in Rome.
Written 28 February 2016
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61Riana
Kroonstad, South Africa193 contributions
Sept 2015
Beautiful music experience in Rome. We went there on Tuesday the 8 September and had dinner before the event at Cotto Ristaurant in Via Torino. Good food (3 course menu) with a glass of water, wine and coffee included. But the highlight of the evening was the music! Great ensemble, enthusiastic conductor and good voices.
Written 14 September 2015
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TomS0818
Middletown, RI995 contributions
May 2013 • Solo
This is a great little church right on Via Nationale and near the Termini Station. It has great music concerts on weekends that are really inexpensive. The sound quality is very good and the church is beautiful. Very friendly. Great opera!
Written 15 June 2013
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AngelaS123l
UK17 contributions
Aug 2012 • Solo
Just in case you find yourself at a loose end towards a sunday or wednesday evening then try and make it to this place for a very special musical evening. It's almost hard to miss this place (it's on the Via national towards the top end heading towards the termini) but the queue of people hanging outside at about 7:45pm does give it away. The evening is a collection of arias performed by a small but perfectly formed orchestra (look out for the double bass player, he's hillarious) and a group of pretty good singers in "authentic" costumes, the music is performed with humour and accomplishment and is in such a lovely setting that its worth the wait and is a perfect end if you've been rushed off your feet all day with sightseeing. Tickets are 30euros and the full set lasts about 1 and half hours.
Be aware that there are two queues... one is to get in, the other is to buy tickets, it is on a first come, first sit basis, so if you don't get in the line quick enough then you could find yourself towards the back.
Be aware that there are two queues... one is to get in, the other is to buy tickets, it is on a first come, first sit basis, so if you don't get in the line quick enough then you could find yourself towards the back.
Written 29 August 2012
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ekc33
Ashland, OR27 contributions
Apr 2012 • Family
The acoustics in this small church are fantastic - we saw/heard La Traviata, and it was excellent. Make sure the taxi driver understands that it is St. Paul's WITHIN THE WALLS - ours didn't and we were late, but were allowed to enter and found seats. A real treat.
Written 19 April 2012
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GlobalStaci
Baltimore, MD1,172 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
After reading a few reviews of the small venue I decided this would be a good introduction to opera for the kids (ages 12 and 10). And what better place to see La Triviata than Rome! Considering our limited travel wardrobe, tuxedos and gowns were not in the cards. Spontaneity at its best! THE OKAY: The church is not air-conditioned and the seats are padded pews as in, not very comfortable, but THE GREAT: you’ll be closer to the action than you would imagine possible! And the performers were excellent. AND you can get great gelato across the street at Verde Pistachio.
Written 18 January 2017
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Who was the conductor of La Traviata on Feb 19th?
Written 19 February 2019
C’est ma première visite à Rome, et j’ai lu bcp d’avis positifs sur l’opéra mais la comme c’est l’hiver je voulais savoir s’il fait pas froid à l’intérieur et si c’est chauffé ?
Written 22 February 2018
Lo siento pero no puedo ayudarte.
No sé la respuesta.
Un saludo,
Written 22 February 2018
Is it possible to get a drink during the performance in the evening?
Written 13 February 2018
Can you buy tickets at the church on the night of do you have to book in advance?
Written 20 February 2017
I think we did just book seats online, but it looked like you could just walk up at the door. It was not a big venue, and more like a smallish community theater atmosphere. We paid a little bit more for better seats up front and were front row. Not very much more money, either.
Written 20 February 2017
Заказала и оплатила билеты на сайте opera in Roma, на почту
пришёл ответ, что билеты можно будет получить в кассе за 30 минут до концерта. Где касса? Где я могу получить билет? Спасибо!
Written 21 December 2016
En el tiquet de 30-40€ para la Traviata incluye algun tentempie o cena a mitad de acto?
Written 8 December 2016
We are looking at a first trip to Rome and would like to include an opera. I have seen mixed reviews on the opera at St Paul's within the Walls. There are two opera's the week we are there - La Taviata, the original opera with ballet and Great Italian Opera which appears to be a compilation work. Is one of these better than the other? Is the dinner addition a good deal vs eating seperately? We don't eat out often, and a pre-arranged meal may be simpler?
Written 30 October 2016
We only attended the compilation opera and did not include food - sorry but I cannot say more.
A great show though without the extras !
Written 17 November 2016
We are a group of 4 families. Do you think we should do the ticket option of skipping the line? Is it worth the extra 10 Euros given the crowd? I just don't know what to anticipate?
Thank you!
Written 15 September 2016
No you don't need the skip the line pass at all. The line is super short and as long as you get there early-ish you'll get a good seat.
Written 15 September 2016
I cant seem to find an answer for dress code. does my 18 year old need to wear a sports coat?
Written 30 May 2016
Smart-casual attire is all that is necessary. Outwit summer, as it is an old church, you might get a bit cool in the evenings, so a jacket/coat may not go amiss at that point
Written 2 August 2016
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