Italy · OPERA NIGHTS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 opera nights tours are worth giving it to — priced and timed so the decision takes minutes, not an evening.
Skip the line to La Fenice in Venice with a 7-language audio guide. See the opera house interior at your pace, with ID.
“Stunning theatre. We arrived at opening time - only us plus maybe 6 other people. The tour route is very specific so to get the best out of it you really want to be there when it’s quiet.”
Hear Verdi, Rossini, Puccini and more in Florence inside the 1400 Santa Monaca Church, a 1-hour Italian opera concert with piano.
“It was absolutely beautiful. So much more than what I thought for the money. Would recommend to anybody visiting Florence.”
Opera da Camera di Roma performs famous Italian arias in a warm small church by Piazza Venezia. 50 minutes of close-up singing.
“I enjoyed this show, it is clear that Reborto has a passion for music. Him, Fransica and Abero make an amazing trio. A lot of care had been put in to make sure the performance and experience was as captivating as possible. I was thrown off initially by the location choice until the performance began and you realised the acoustics were incredible. You could feel the passion and dedication to excellence in every word. If you have an interest in Opera, I recommend this. There is no entry requirement to enjoy this show, So I personally this is the best introduction to the genre you can have.”
Guided tour of Palermo’s Teatro Massimo with a 40-minute look at the foyer, golden auditorium, royal box, and stage, plus city views.
“Details and kindly explanation. you can see in more details”
Hear Puccini in Lucca at the Church of San Giovanni or Oratorio di San Giuseppe, with 2 singers and piano. About 1 hour.
“Very professional opera singers, did a great job, was an intimate location which was even better! Really enjoyed the show and would highly recommend for opera lovers or anyone who enjoys these types of genres”
Watch Rome opera in Palazzo Poli above Trevi Fountain, with top-notch singers and musicians, great acoustics, and a 1-hour show.
“Concert - string Quartet with 2 opera singers was amazing!Just the right length. View of the Trevi fountain was beautiful and the seats were very comfortable! Beautiful evening - highly recommend!”
Traveling opera in Venice’s Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto, moving salon to salon for Barber of Seville, La Traviata, or Rigoletto, with a drink included.
“All I had hoped it would be! Totally immersive cultural experience. Fabulous performers and a majestic venue. Bravo!”
Verona Arena opera under the stars with an optional guided walk through town. Pick up at Gate 7, enjoy subtitle screens, plan for stone steps.
“Fantastic! Well worth the money and a brilliant experience.”
Taormina opera at the Nazarena Theater, 1.5 hours of classic arias and duets with Prosecco, sea-view terrace, great value.
“Excellent show, felt really close up with the fantastic singers and maestro.”
Skip the line at Florence’s Duomo complex with an expert guide plus multilingual audio, seeing the Baptistery, Opera Museum, and more for about $65.
“A pesar de que nos cayó la mundial, Gaetano, el guía, tuvo muchísima paciencia con un incidente que tuvimos con las entradas. Supo resolverlo en el momento. Además se nota que sabe mucho de toda la historia de Florencia. Le puedes preguntar sobre lo que sea y él te responderá”
Florence Italian opera arias in Santa Monaca Church, English, about 70 minutes. Mobile ticket, smart casual, no photos, great value.
“Wonderful music, beautiful setting and I’d come to this again if I ever visit Florence again! The pianist and singers were mesmerizing !”
One-hour opera arias concert at Palazzo Poli with Trevi Fountain views, intimate singers and a string quartet for about $48.
“A great evening. String quartet were great and the signers amazing. Gives you a great idea of how Opera’s are sung - close up and personal.”
One-hour opera aria concert in Florence near Santa Croce, inside a frescoed church, with professional singers and a pianist. About $32.
“OMG! Out of all the churches, museums and other activities we've attended in Florence over the past two weeks this was the "Highlight" for me. A small acoustically perfect chapel with only 10 people (unfortunately. There is room for many more) to hear and see piano and opera professionals perform in their glory. To me this was the essence of Italy. A "Must Do" in my opinion.”
A 90-minute Bellini tribute in Catania’s Badia di Sant'Agata church, with chamber orchestra and opera excerpts from Italy’s great composers.
“excellent, great way to spend the last evening of our holiday”
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