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National Theater
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Neighbourhood: Nove Mesto (New Town)
Nearly 700 hundred metres long, Wenceslas Square represents the most frequent and buzzing crossroads of the city. The National Museum in the upper part of the square watches over your spending spree in countless shops and retail stores lining the entire square, which ends at Na Příkopě, the most famous shopping street. When tired or broke, you can explore the city's underpasses, which can take you to the Old Town or to the courtyards of art nouveau houses with secret gems of greenery, white benches and rose bushes that provide unexpected peace in the midst of the city. Be sure to pay a visit to the traditional cafés, classic Czech pubs, cinemas and theatres. National Theatre near the river has a lot to offer to foreigners. Go to the river bank and enjoy live music and drinks while watching a sunset behind Prague Castle.
How to get there
- national Ave • 6 min walk
- bridge • 10 min walk
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- Johnny TrekkieSan Diego, California11,247 contributionsIncredible!Built in 1877, this theater is beautiful inside and outside! But don't just come look at it...experience it! Theater tickets in Prague about 1/3rd the cost of seeing a live show in America, take advantage! I enjoyed an amazing presentation of Carmen, my first time! Loved it! For $35, I got a seat inside a semi private box, which I think would been at least $100 anywhere in America. Be sure to dress up a notch than your usual crappy travel wear...dress shirt and khakis/slacks at minimum for men.Visited September 2023Travelled soloWritten 21 November 2023
- N COttawa, Canada74 contributionsElegant Classic BuildingGrand old building- feels like stepping back a hundred years with the red velvet and brass. Attended an opera with seats in a private balcony box. Discreet screen above stage with Surtitles in English was helpful. Dress ranged from jeans and T shirts to tuxedos. An elegant experience at a very reasonable price.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 4 December 2023
- Portpad TravellerMelbourne, Australia171 contributionsA really interesting tourThe group theatre tour was really interesting, both regarding the theatre itself, as well as its history. The only downside was the difficulty of understanding the tour guide, as quite a few English words were mispronounced. I would certainly recommend the tour though, which is not expensive.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 January 2024
- TommoMelbourne, Australia55,938 contributionsOpened in 1881The National Theatre, is located near Prague Castle and opened in 1881. You will find opera, ballet, and drama here. It has been redesigned and renovated numerous times over the course of its history. It a rather impressive building looking even better at night..Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 28 February 2024
- JayjayLondon, United Kingdom85 contributionsBeautiful World Class Theatre and Excellent Production of Cosi Fan TutteWhat a stunning theatre inside and out. Saw a great performance of Cosi Fan Tutti. The stage movement direction was outstanding in this and made a lively, funny and engaging production. Lovely voices too. One of the most fun and moving versions I have seen in a magnificent location too.Friendly, polite staff at the bar which is not always so in Prague. Thoroughly enjoyable. Pay a visit, and to a performance if you can.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 April 2024
- mskarensBirmingham, Alabama66 contributionsBrilliant in every wayWe saw the most stunning and delightful Cinderella ballet during our visit to Prague including the amazing orchestra. We cried and LOL’d! It was so affordable and absolutely brilliant, definitely see a performance in this magnificent place.Visited May 2024Travelled with familyWritten 6 May 2024
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M44DSW
Prague, Czech Republic8 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We booked a couple of box seats in box 9 second balcony to see the ballet. The seats were dreadful, neither myself or my wife could see kore than half the stage, I was sat in seat 4 and could see 1/8th of the stage and still the tickets cost £40+ The website said nothing about the restricted/obscured view. I then asked nicely if we could move during the interval to one of the 20 or so seats that were free elsewhere in cheaper seats and they said no that is not possible! Very poor and ruined our evening. Process in the way of customer service.
Written 20 February 2020
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Kimia A
Montreal, Canada85 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
I’m still awestruck by the gorgeous mouldings, grand staircases, and paintings on the ceiling of the amphitheater. That night I watched an amazing interpretation of La Bohème and had drinks in the lounge.
Full of history, clean, and kind staff. Well done! I really suggest supporting Prague’s art scene and going to a couple shows!
Full of history, clean, and kind staff. Well done! I really suggest supporting Prague’s art scene and going to a couple shows!
Written 16 February 2020
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Mikael F
Helsinki, Finland31,143 contributions
Sept 2021
The National Theatre in Prague is known as the alma mater of Czech opera. First opened in 1881, and for the second time in 1883 after a devastating fire.
The spectacular exterior and interior decoration, richly embellished with gold, consists of masterpieces of 19th-century Czech painters.
Today the National Theatre consists of three artistic ensembles: opera, ballet, and drama. They alternate in their performances in the historic building of the National Theatre, in the Theatre of the Estates, and in the Kolowrat Theatre.
We have seen our best Nutcracker at this theater in 2007.
The spectacular exterior and interior decoration, richly embellished with gold, consists of masterpieces of 19th-century Czech painters.
Today the National Theatre consists of three artistic ensembles: opera, ballet, and drama. They alternate in their performances in the historic building of the National Theatre, in the Theatre of the Estates, and in the Kolowrat Theatre.
We have seen our best Nutcracker at this theater in 2007.
Written 7 September 2021
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Johnny Trekkie
San Diego, CA11,247 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
Built in 1877, this theater is beautiful inside and outside! But don't just come look at it...experience it! Theater tickets in Prague about 1/3rd the cost of seeing a live show in America, take advantage!
I enjoyed an amazing presentation of Carmen, my first time! Loved it! For $35, I got a seat inside a semi private box, which I think would been at least $100 anywhere in America. Be sure to dress up a notch than your usual crappy travel wear...dress shirt and khakis/slacks at minimum for men.
I enjoyed an amazing presentation of Carmen, my first time! Loved it! For $35, I got a seat inside a semi private box, which I think would been at least $100 anywhere in America. Be sure to dress up a notch than your usual crappy travel wear...dress shirt and khakis/slacks at minimum for men.
Written 22 November 2023
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PrairiePaddler
United States373 contributions
May 2023
Don't miss an evening here during your visit to Prague. We were lucky to see a forgotten opera by Dvorak and even our last-minute second-balcony seats were terrific. Prague prides itself on this national treasure and their love for the arts is on full display when stylish crowds pack this adorable jewel box theater.
Written 1 June 2023
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Portpad Traveller
Melbourne, Australia171 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
The group theatre tour was really interesting, both regarding the theatre itself, as well as its history.
The only downside was the difficulty of understanding the tour guide, as quite a few English words were mispronounced.
I would certainly recommend the tour though, which is not expensive.
The only downside was the difficulty of understanding the tour guide, as quite a few English words were mispronounced.
I would certainly recommend the tour though, which is not expensive.
Written 3 January 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Jayjay
London, UK85 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
What a stunning theatre inside and out. Saw a great performance of Cosi Fan Tutti. The stage movement direction was outstanding in this and made a lively, funny and engaging production. Lovely voices too. One of the most fun and moving versions I have seen in a magnificent location too.Friendly, polite staff at the bar which is not always so in Prague. Thoroughly enjoyable. Pay a visit, and to a performance if you can.
Written 16 April 2024
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia55,938 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The National Theatre, is located near Prague Castle and opened in 1881.
You will find opera, ballet, and drama here.
It has been redesigned and renovated numerous times over the course of its history.
It a rather impressive building looking even better at night..
You will find opera, ballet, and drama here.
It has been redesigned and renovated numerous times over the course of its history.
It a rather impressive building looking even better at night..
Written 29 February 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
N C
Ottawa, Canada74 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Grand old building- feels like stepping back a hundred years with the red velvet and brass. Attended an opera with seats in a private balcony box. Discreet screen above stage with Surtitles in English was helpful. Dress ranged from jeans and T shirts to tuxedos. An elegant experience at a very reasonable price.
Written 4 December 2023
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AverageJoe55
Atlanta, GA668 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Did a Sunday afternoon English tour. While the tour guide was helpful, she lacked any enthusiasm and just seemed to be sharing facts. That being said, the theater is beautiful. Being able to go to the rooftop and have such beautiful surroundings and sight lines is terrific.
Written 8 September 2024
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Hi, is anyone selling tickets to watch the nutcracker next week (25/12/19)? I am so disappointed that the tickets are sold out!
Written 17 December 2019
Looking to buy tickets to the bartered bride in Prague. Does it matter row 6 aisle 8 middle or 10 Aisle or middle?
Written 11 December 2019
I think it is quite same...I would rather choose after 12.
For your necksake
Written 11 December 2019
All seats provide excellent views as the theatre is not large and is intimate. We had the centre row on the stall excellent view.
Written 4 September 2019
Brian or others,
how are the monkey seats for viewing a ballet? I'm looking at Oct 4 ballet.
There are monkey seats available for about $17 US each with senior discount.
Only 2 seats are left on main floor, for about $110 each so about $34 vs $220
thanks for any help on this
Written 5 August 2019
Well, they are the least attractive, hence the price. But you get to see the ballet... when booking tickets, watch out for warnings about rrstricted view (posts and pillars etc.) Try to get mid, front row seats. Enjoy!
Written 9 August 2019
HI Brian R- wondering what you mean by "Monkey Heaven"?
Written 10 May 2019
Hehe... the rows at the furthermost back on umptieth balcony. In the olden day occupied mostly by students. The absolutely cheapest stands at a theater. Hope it clarifies.
Written 13 May 2019
I have an option of seating:
Row 3, in the middle OR Row 8, on the edge
WHAT IS BETTER?
Written 14 March 2019
Small theater-seats close to stage. I prefer aisle seats - any seat on main floor is good.
Written 16 March 2019
What is the acceptable dress for men and women for the opera?
Written 2 March 2019
When we attended there was a mixture. The theatre asks for smart which most adhered to.
Written 14 March 2019
Going to a ballet in the Estates Theatre this week. Does anyone know if there is a coat check?
Written 1 December 2018
Здравствуйте.
Купив билет на представление я смогу осмотреть театр весь театр или мне нужно сразу проходить на место указанное в билете? В зал можно взять небольшой фотоаппарат в фотосумке или нужно сдать в гардероб?
Hello.
Having bought a ticket for the performance, will I be able to inspect the theater as a whole theater or do I need to immediately go to the place indicated in the ticket? In the hall, you can take a small camera in the camera bag or need to pass in the wardrobe?
Written 10 November 2018
Добрый вечер!
Никаких ограничений по передвижению по театру и контроля дамских сумок умеренных размеров
мы не заметили.
Посетили театр трижды.
Written 26 November 2018
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