Teatro Colón Guided Tour Admission Ticket

FromARS 46
1 hour
Buenos Aires, Argentina

About this activity

Experience the grandeur of Buenos Aires' Teatro Colón with a guided tour, exploring its opulent main hall, grand staircase, and rich history.

Highlights

  • Explore the opulent main hall
  • Visit the grand staircase and salons
  • Discover the theater's rich history
  • Admire the stunning architecture
  • Learn about famous performances

Full description

Step into the world of opera and ballet at Buenos Aires' iconic Teatro Colón. This guided tour offers an exclusive look into the theater's opulent main hall, grand staircase, and backstage areas. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture that have made Teatro Colón a cultural landmark. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a history buff, this tour provides a captivating glimpse into one of the world's most renowned performance venues.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Teatro Colón
  • Access to main hall and backstage areas
  • Insight into the theater's history and architecture
  • Transportation to and from the theater

Itinerary

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The Colon operated in its first venue from 1857 until 1888, after which the building was closed for the construction of a new house. The new improved house opened on May 25th 1908 with a performance of Aïda. Many singers such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti, dancers such as Vaslav Nijinski, Mijail Barishnikov, among dozens of others had been in this theatre. You can't miss the opportunity to take this guided tour inside the spectacular venue. Once inside the theater, exchange you ticket with your tour guide and join a small group of visitors. You will be able to visit the Hall, the Main Foyer, the Gallery of Busts and the Golden Hall and round floor (50-minutes tour). You will receive the Teatro Colon eticket on your email after confirming your booking. Teatro Colon will not accept your Viator-TripAdvisor voucher, an email will be sent to you with the attraction ticket as an attachment. Secure your tickets in advance, as they may sell out closer to the date.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tours are available at specific times; check the schedule in advance.
  • Children under 6 may enter free of charge; verify age requirements beforehand.
  • Accessibility options are limited; contact the theater for specific needs.

Know before you go

  • The tour is conducted in Spanish; consider bringing a translation app if you're not fluent.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas; please follow the guide's instructions.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early to ensure timely entry.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Teatro Colon will NOT accept your Viator/TripAdvisor voucher, an email will be sent with the entrance ticket as an attachment. You will receive the entrance to the Teatro Colon in your email during the first week of the month selected for the tour. It is mandatory to print this ticket in order to take the guided tour.
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking unless booked within 3 days in advance. In this case, you will receive a confirmation within 48 hours, subject to Teatro Colon availability.
  • Non refundable ticket. In case of cancellation 100% of the amount will be charged.
  • Wheelchair accessible (without access to the foyer).
  • Minimum age is 5 years-old
  • The admission ticket corresponds to the general entrance for foreigners only.
  • The circuit may be affected by events, performances, rehearsals, refurbishments or other activities of the Teatro Colón without any refund or reimbursement.

Traveler reviews

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Quick but Must See

What a beautiful piece of architecture. The tour allowed enough time for pictures and history overview. We even got the opportunity to listen to a rehearsal for an upcoming opening night show. A quick tour that can not be missed.

Companion264517May 9, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Stunning.

Amazing building and architecture. Our guide was very engaging and kept us entertained the whole time. A must do when in BA.

Andrew CApr 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Refreshing and informational

A spirited tour group leader, with impeccable English gave us lovely anecdotal information everywhere we walked.

ericdR262LJApr 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Overnight Museum Experience

I took the guided tour of the Teatro Colón during Museum Night and it was a really beautiful experience. Being able to tour such an emblematic place, with so much history and cultural value, makes it very special. The information provided during the tour was interesting and allowed us to appreciate the space even more. While the organization could be improved due to the large number of people, the overall experience was totally worth it. It is certainly an activity I would recommend, especially for those who want to know more about the culture and heritage of the city

abrilm890Apr 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Marco

Marco was our guide and he was wonderful; informed, articulate, funny and charming. Thank you very much.

ceciliak359Apr 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

IMPORTANT NOTE: Teatro Colon will NOT accept your Viator/TripAdvisor voucher, an email will be sent with the entrance ticket as an attachment. You will receive the entrance to the Teatro Colon in your email during the first week of the month selected for the tour. It is mandatory to print this ticket in order to take the guided tour. Confirmation will be received at the time of booking unless booked within 3 days in advance. In this case, you will receive a confirmation within 48 hours, subject to Teatro Colon availability. Non refundable ticket. In case of cancellation 100% of the amount will be charged. Wheelchair accessible (without access to the foyer). Minimum age is 5 years-old The admission ticket corresponds to the general entrance for foreigners only. The circuit may be affected by events, performances, rehearsals, refurbishments or other activities of the Teatro Colón without any refund or reimbursement.