Guangzhou Opera House 广州大剧院
Zaha Hadid's angular twin-boulder building is one of the boldest pieces of modern architecture in China.
Come at night and walk the raised plaza behind it for a framed view of Canton Tower.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Guangzhou Opera House in advance?
Advance booking required for the guided tour by phone (lines 10:00–18:00): individuals at least 24 hours ahead, groups at least 15 working days ahead; Baidu Baike says non-weekend visits only for groups of 10+ booked at least one day ahead. Performance tickets: buy online via the official WeChat account 「广州大剧院」 or the 「中演票+」 mini-program; paper ticket is the only valid entry and must be collected with the QR code at the box office or self-service machines (delivery service abolished from 1 Aug 2026). Passport/ID requirement for foreigners is not stated on these pages.
When is Guangzhou Opera House closed?
Closed on Mondays.
How much is a ticket to Guangzhou Opera House?
About ¥30. Baidu Baike lists a 30 CNY admission for the guided tour of the building (weekend/public-holiday visits, ~40 min with Chinese commentary). Performance tickets are sold separately at per-show prices. No official 2026 page states the tour price, so treat 30 CNY as unconfirmed; walking the exterior plaza is not ticketed per any page.
How long do I need at Guangzhou Opera House?
Plan about 1 hours.
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