Grand Theater of Havana image

Grand Theater of Havana

Tourist attraction Cultural center

One of the Best Places To Visits in Colón


Address

458 P.º de Martí, La Habana 10600, Cuba

Website

www.entradas.com

Contact

+53 7 8613077

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (593 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 8:30 to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: 8:30 to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: beautiful (20) building (19) theater (19) tour (15) Beautiful (13) Cuban (11) show (9) worth (9) lugar (9) Habana (8)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Russ L. 5 years ago on Google • 2141 reviews
    The Neo Baroque Gran Teatro de La Habana Alicia Alonso features highly ornate and even exuberant architectural details. The grandiose facade is dominated by four white marble sculpture groups. Its magnificent sculptures and other stone adornments, as well as marble and bronze works. It is Cuban largest opera house and it's the official stage for the Cuban National Ballet.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 МИХАИЛ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful tourist attraction of the city of Cuba, Havana !!! 🇨🇺 Palace Theater, built in 1838 !!! The national ballet of Cuba is based in this palace !!! The entrance is equipped for disabled people - wheelchair users, so it is convenient for everyone to visit !!! Near Central Park, the Capitol, cafes, hotels !!! ... (Original) Очень красивый туристический объект города Кубы, Гаваны!!!🇨🇺 Дворцовый Театр,построенный в 1838 году!!! В этом дворце базируется национальный балет Кубы!!! Вход оборудован для инвалидов - колясочников,так что удобен для посещения всем!!! Рядом Центральный парк,Капитолий,кафешки,отели!!!...
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alfredo S. 5 years ago on Google • 62 reviews
    One of the most beautiful buildings in Havana. I got to enjoy the last presentation of the Nutcracker for 2018 performed by the Cuban National Ballet. It was a full house show that was well organized and executed.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Veronika K. 5 years ago on Google • 297 reviews
    Fantastic ballet group along with fenomenal musicians! We attended Swan Lake performance and were absolutely impressed by the level of dancers and the accustic of the building. I highly recommend it. $30 for amazing tickets!!! One of the most memorable experience throughout my life.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aygul Y. 3 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    The Theater is closed for renovation, but they still offer excursion. Very interesting history of the Theater and beautiful interior of the building. Absolute highlight - they take you to the roof for the 360 view of Havanna!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ivan r. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb theater, one of the largest in the world for opera. In baroque style it is one of the largest (as regards capacity) opera houses in the world. The greatest artists of the world of 1900 sang, danced and recited. Recently named after the great Cuban dancer and choreographer Alicia Alonso (s. 21/12/20 - 17/10/2019) not everyone knows that the stage and the choreography system are the work (1848) of Antonio Meucci (the inventor of the telephone). (Original) Stupendo teatro, uno dei più grandi al mondo per opera lirica. In stile barocco è uno dei più grandi (come capienza) teatri lirici al mondo. Hanno cantato, ballato, recitato i più grandi artisti mondiale del 1900. Da poco intitolato alla grande ballerina e coreografa cubana Alicia Alonso (s. 21/12/20 - 17/10/2019) non tutti sanno che il palco e l'impianto delle coreografie sono opera (1848) di Antonio Meucci (l'inventore del telefono).
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great tour including a visit to the rooftop with amazing city views. The steps to the roof are steep and narrow and may not be suitable for everyone.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Cristian C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful theater! The guided tour is highly recommended, they take you to very beautiful places in the theater, and they tell you a fascinating story! (Original) Hermoso teatro! Es muy recomendable la visita guiada, te llevan a lugares muy lindo del teatro, y te cuentan toda una historia apasionante!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Hendrik 1. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Right next to the Capitol, we weren't in the building. But looks very chic from the outside. (Original) Direkt neben dem Kapitol, wir waren nicht im Gebäude. Sieht von außen aber sehr schick aus.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben m. 2 months ago on Google • 187 reviews New
    Well worth the 600Cup. You can buy tickets on site. Tours are approximately every hour, available in English, you can join a tour late. Gret views of the capital during the roof top portion of the tour. As of Feb 22 the main theater is under heavy restoration.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 writemesoon100 6 years ago on Google • 155 reviews
    Went for a ballet show of Giselle by the Cuban Ballet Company. Tickets for foreigners are 30 cuc per person. Officially tickets only go on sale 1 week before the show. But as we found out in Cuba there’s always someone “willing to help you out” should you speak some Spanish. The show was very well done, amazing dancers and great orchestra. The Theater is a true gem. They also have guided tours of the theater. If you have time, please visit the theater!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hotze ad A. 2 months ago on Google • 1007 reviews New
    Es ist ein wunderschönes Gebäude und eins der wenigen in Havanna das makellos herausgeputzt ist. Eine Führung kostet ein paar Euro und man wird im Gebäude herumgeführt und darf von einem Balkon aus auch das Capitolio bewundern. Zur Besichtigungszeit fanden keine Vorstellungen statt, da ein Wasserschaden renoviert wurde.

  • 5/5 Viktor-Aleksandr C. 1 year ago on Google • 11 reviews
    The teatro is receiving a fresh coat of paint, the theatre is being refurbished and get the floors done. It was a beautiful tour that was had. My team had being looking forward to view this wonderful architecture. Waiting to see how the experience will be when the face lift to the theatre is done and one could take a show while been surround by the structural acoustics.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David S. 6 years ago on Google
    We toured the theater which is beautiful, done mostly in marble. At the time, there was an art exhibit of Cuban works done in the colors of the Cuban flag. I include some pictures. Very creative. Many tricked out taxis were outside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kris K. 1 year ago on Google
    Performances at the Gran Teatro Habana are world class. There is still a dress code, dress to impress for a night out, elegant attire is appropriate! We can recommend & reserve the best dining choices nearby. Contact us for info, tours, concierge services, dinner & show ticket combo's along with classic convertible night tours, we can create a memorable evening experience for you!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 alvin m. 2 years ago on Google
    A magnificent place worth to visit and all its history. Fiance and I enjoyed all night the best ballet. Recommend it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Андрей �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful building to match the Capitol (Original) Красивое здание подстать Капитолию
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joel B. 4 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed the nutcracker! We got tix the day before. It's $30 CUC for tourists. The performance was great
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Viktor V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a pity that in Moscow there is not even a resembling semblance of such beauty! Great in every element! Amazing! (Original) Жаль что в Москве нет даже напоминающее подобие такой красоты! Великолепно в каждом элементе! Восхитительно !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorena G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a beautiful place, both inside and outside, the guided tour telling the history of the theater is quite enjoyable and pleasant. From its balconies you have a nice view to take photos. It is worth visiting when you go to Havana. (Original) Es un lugar hermoso, tanto el interior y el exterior, el tour guiado contando la historia del teatro es bastante ameno y agradable.Desde sus balcones tiene una linda vista para tomar fotos. Vale la pena visitarlo cuando se vaya a La Habana.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carlos P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. Definitely worth paying for the tour inside the theater. The guide that touched us was very experienced and always clarified all the doubts. Very passionate with explanations. (Original) Es de los edificios mas bonitos que tiene la ciudad. Sin duda vale la pena pagar el tour dentro del teatro. La guia que nos tocó fue muy experimentada y siempre nos aclaró todas las dudas. Muy apasionada con las explicaciones.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juliana C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful!! Loved the visit !! Imposing. (Original) Lindo!! Amei a visita!! Imponente.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jörn E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice. Our tickets for the Carlos Acosta show in Habana, on Friday! One in row 5 and the other in the back because it's a Cubano price. 😏 (Original) Nice. Unsere tickets für die Carlos Acosta-show in Habana, am Freitag! Eines in Reihe 5 und das andere hinten, weil es ein Cubano-Preis ist. 😏
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leroy olaechea v. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful building! Also named after that greatest ballerina dancer Alicia Alonso
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jim M. 4 years ago on Google
    Take your pictures right after sun set. They’ll look amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Javier c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The current building was inaugurated in 1914 and is the work of the Belgian architect Paul Beleu. The place was acquired, along with the surrounding land, by the Galician Center to build its Social Palace in 1906. Built in the neo-baroque style, it took as a model the European Baroque constructions, so stone carvings and sculptures abound. On its main facade it has four sculptural groups in white marble that represent allegories of Charity, Education, Music and Theater, works by Giuseppe Moretti. The elements were placed in a balanced way, and the balconies, windows, cornices, the proportion of their towers and the unity of the moldings achieve an elegant rhythm. (Original) El edificio actual fue inaugurado en 1914 y es obra del arquitecto belga Paul Beleu. El lugar fue adquirido, junto con los terrenos aledaños, por el Centro Gallego para edificar su Palacio Social en 1906. Construido en estilo neobarroco, tomó como modelo las construcciones del barroco europeo, por lo que abundan las tallas y esculturas en piedra. En su fachada principal tiene cuatro grupos escultóricos en mármol blanco que representan alegorías de la Beneficencia, la Educación, la Música y el Teatro, obras de Giuseppe Moretti. Los elementos se colocaron de forma equilibrada, y los balcones, ventanas, cornisas, la proporción de sus torres y la unidad de las molduras logran un ritmo elegante.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aaron P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place inside and out. It is best appreciated at night! (Original) Hermoso lugar por dentro y por fuera. Se aprecia mejor de noche!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Виталий �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting fun funny not usually. (Original) Интересно весело забавно не обычно.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mirosław S. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful building, fantastcally lit at night, looks very romantic and moody then. I loved ... you will too if you look at the attached photos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karen A. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a fine theater, and looks amazing at night. The architecture of this building is exquisite. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Silvia G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) beautiful visit ... by day and on the show !! a pleasure (Original) hermosa visita... de dia y en la función!! un placer
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rickie M. 5 years ago on Google • 817 reviews
    Probably one of the most beautiful places to take a photo. Superior location across the street from the Parque Central with the main Havana tourist bus loading area and the José Martí statue. Near the Capital building as well as the most popular pedestrian walking streets of Obispo and San Rafael.

  • 5/5 Phanendra d. 2 months ago on Google • 198 reviews New
    The theater is unfortunately temporary closed at the moment but it looks stunning from the outside, especially at night! 🤩

  • 5/5 Sephora R. 5 years ago on Google • 65 reviews
    The word beautiful doesn't even begin to describe this grandiose theater! Please make an effort to during your stay in Cuba to visit this theater, you won't regret it. You'll feel like royalty!

  • 5/5 Dreams_tours143 6 years ago on Google
    I love it very recommended when you staying in havana, loved the show, the ticket is around 30 dollar, nice Cuban dancer.

  • 5/5 Angelina T. 6 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    The theatre is closed for renovation at the moment, they are hoping to open it in 2024. But you can do a tour inside the theatre, which I would highly recommend. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, the building inside is beautiful and worth visiting and has fantastic views towards the Capitol building and the Fine Arts museum.

  • 5/5 Karenina B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful on the outside, I didn't get a chance to go inside, but it's beautiful on the outside ♥ ️ (Original) Hermoso por afuera, no tuve la oportunidad de entrar, pero es hermoso por afuera ♥️

  • 5/5 H K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a profound theater towering to the west of "Parque Central" in the center of Havana's old town. The inside of the theater has a historical personality and you can feel the high degree of culture. Theater tours are held on a regular basis, so you can easily tour the theater. In addition, concerts are held every day at the theater, and tickets are sold on the day of some concerts, so even travelers who stop by can enjoy the concert. However, the content of the performance is not aimed at tourists, but the concert is mainly for residents, so it is recommended that you check the content of the performance before watching it. (Original) ハバナ旧市街地の中心部、「Parque Central」の西隣に聳える重厚な劇場です。 劇場内は歴史を感じる風格が漂っており文化度の高さを感じられます。 劇場内見学ツアーが定期的に開催されており、気軽に劇場内を見学することができます。 また、劇場ではコンサート等が連日開催されており、コンサートによっては当日券の販売もありますので、立ち寄った旅行者でもコンサートを楽しむことができます。 しかしながら、公演内容はあくまでも、観光客に向けたものではなく、住民をメインとしたコンサートなので、公演内容を確認してから、鑑賞されることをお薦めします。

  • 5/5 RW J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful architecture almost next to El Capitolio. In any case, worth a few photos! An impressive, palatial building from 1838. Home of the Cuban National Ballet. (Original) Wunderschöne Architektur nahezu neben El Capitolio gelegen. In jedem Falle ein paar Fotos wert! Ein beeindruckendes, prunkvolles Gebäude aus dem Jahr 1838. Heimat des kubanischen Nationalballetts.

  • 5/5 Haakon L. 4 years ago on Google
    Only experienced this beautiful building from the outside, but I have to say that it's an architectural masterpiece!

  • 5/5 David D. 4 years ago on Google
    😉🌄🌤👒

  • 5/5 José Concepción Garcés R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent. (Original) Excelente.

  • 5/5 John K. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolutely 💯

  • 5/5 Bernardo Elias m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) beautiful place (Original) bello lugar

  • 5/5 Monica G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful. Anyone who goes to Havana must go to this theater. (Original) Maravilhoso. Quem for a Havana tem que ir obrigatoriamente a este teatro.

  • 5/5 Galen V. 1 year ago on Google
    Do this tour. Best tour/museum/educational experience we had while in Cuba. It is totally worth the time and money to do this, even if you are getting the official exchange rate. Worth it for the views alone (assuming you are okay with taking a small staircase up to the rooftop).

  • 5/5 Roberto C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Handsome!!! (Original) Hermoso!!!

  • 5/5 Marco M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent facilities, they have guided tours for most of the day, there are also artistic presentations but tickets must be bought well in advance because they end quickly. (Original) Excelentes instalaciones, tienen visitas guiadas durante casi todo el día, a parte hay presentaciones artísticas pero se deben comprar las entradas con mucha anticipación por que se terminan rápido.

  • 5/5 賈長順 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful theater (Original) 漂亮的劇院

  • 5/5 ShiangYu Y. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful Grand Theatre with interesting statues outside. (Original) 非常漂亮的大劇院,外面有很有趣的雕像。

  • 5/5 York 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful architectural work of art. (Original) Bellísima obra de arte arquitectónica.

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place Its facade is imposing and enhances the sunsets in Havana. (Original) Bellísimo lugar. Su fachada es imponente y realza los atardeceres en La Habana.

  • 5/5 Jairo De león A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place, Cuba is a magical place, its food, people and place fall in love. (Original) Hermoso lugar, Cuba es un lugar mágico, su comida, gente y lugar enamoran.

  • 5/5 Mirek Z. 4 years ago on Google
    A magnificent building in Neo-Baroque architectural style. Restored after reconstruction in 1914. Opened for public in 1915. Beautiful architecture with many unique details. Presently, Gran Teatro de La Habana houses the Cuban National Ballet. It's a place for ballet, opera and flamenco. Including auditorium Federico García Lorca (1500 seats) and two smaller concert halls - Sala Alejo Carpentier and Sala Ernesto Lecuona. In front of the magnificent building, you may see four sculptures made of white marble. The sculptures depict an allegory of charity, an allegory of education, an allegory of music and allegory of theatre. At the building lobby, you may admire the beautiful bronze statue (height 7,87 ft) of Alicia Alonso, which was an unbelievable great Cuban prima ballerina. The bronze statue presents Alicja Alonso during her performance in the romantic ballet "Giselle" in 1943. Earlier, in the same place existed Teatro Tacón (A.D 1838) with an auditorium for 2750 seats. Gran Teatro de La Habana it’s the spectacular venue!!! Visiting available with a tour guide. Definitely worth to admire and see. I had a privilege to be there in February 2018.

  • 5/5 YANIN M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) very beautiful place full of emotions. (Original) Un lugar muy hermoso lleno de emociones.

  • 5/5 Daa a. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice 5 cuc. The entrance (Original) Muy bonito 5 cuc. La entrada

  • 1/5 Jacob W. 3 years ago on Google
    it was fun but the singers were terrible and were too loud also the customer service was terrible. there were screaming children and annoying people. the bathrooms were sub par. it was a horrible experience

  • 4/5 DaeCheol S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The night view is beautiful You can feel the beauty of the building even during the day. (Original) 야경이 아름답습니다 낮에도 건물에 아름다움을 느낄수 있습니다

  • 5/5 Felipe R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The facade of the building is wonderful. The guided tour is worth it, the lounge on the top floor is beautiful. You can still see some activities that are done inside the Theater (Original) La fachada del edificio es maravillosa. La visita guiada vale la pena, el salón del piso superior es bellísimo. Todavía se pueden apreciar algunas actividades que se hacen dentro del Teatro

  • 5/5 Ricardo Pérez G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fantastic building !!! A wonderful story !!! (Original) Fantástico edificio!!! Una historia maravillosa!!!


Call +53 7 8613077 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance

Trends



Last updated:

Similar Tourist attractions nearby

Malecón de Habana image
1
Malecón de Habana
Tourist attraction
👍👍 My favorite place for sunset. It is just perfect. I recommend to take your own food if you going to stay long because you may not find good options close. Last but not less, just a warning if you are tourist, be ready to find many locals trying to selling you something (I hope you don't mind)
4.70 (246 reviews)
plaza de la revolucion image
2
plaza de la revolucion
Tourist attraction
4.50 (82 reviews)
Entrada del Barrio Chino image
3
Entrada del Barrio Chino
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Unique Chinatown for two reasons. 1) there’s no Chinese and 2) the Chinese restaurants serve Italian food. How cool is that!
4.30 (56 reviews)
Last updated:
()