Entertainment
Teatro di San Carlo
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Teatro di San Carlo is a historic opera house in Naples, founded in 1737. It predates La Scala in Milan and La Fenice in Venice, making it the oldest continuously active opera house in the world. The theater's interior is a masterpiece of Baroque design, with red velvet, gold leaf, and a magnificent frescoed ceiling. Visitors can attend opera, ballet, and classical concerts, or take guided tours to see the royal box, the stage, and the foyer. The acoustics are renowned, and the atmosphere during a performance is electric. Even if you're not an opera fan, the sheer opulence of the building is worth a visit.
Don't miss
- Guided tour of the royal box and stage
- Attend an opera or ballet performance
- Admire the frescoed ceiling by Giuseppe Cammarano
- Explore the theater's museum with costumes and memorabilia
- See the grand foyer and staircases
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Teatro di San Carlo
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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