Frequently asked questions

We present a unique mix of opera, contemporary dance, musicals and concerts. Click here to see the list of our current and upcoming shows.

There are three ways to buy tickets:

1. The easiest is to buy them online buy clicking on the Buy tickets button on the relevant show page, which you can find here 
2. Call our box office on 031-13 13 00 and follow the instructions.
3. Visit the box office in our foyer.

Ticket prices are based on where you wish to sit in the auditorium, which you can select during the purchase process.

If you’re 20 years old or younger, you pay only 50% of the regular ticket price, for all performances.

Have you heard about our subscriptions?

If you want to buy tickets to 3 or more shows, we strongly recommend our flexible Your Choice subscription, which gives you many fine discounts and privileges over and above the tickets themselves, not only within the Göteborg Opera, but also from our partners. You can also give your subscription tickets to someone else you know if you are unable to attend. Rebooking insurance is also included in all subscriptions.

Learn more about subscriptions here

You can change your ticket to a different date up until the day before the performance by paying a 30 kr exchange fee.

Learn more about exchanges and cancellations here

Temporary rebooking protection due to covid-19 (applies until june 2022)

We advise our guests who have felt even the slightest symptoms of any illness to remain at home at least 48 hours after the symptoms have disappeared before they visit us here at the Opera house. In order to assist with this, we have temporarily adjusted our rebooking terms to allow exchanges or cancellations for 30 kr per ticket.

Contact our box office on +46 31 131 300 or biljetter@opera.se for more information or to rebook tickets.

Read our terms of service here

Under 20, or under 28?

Up until you are 20 years old, you only pay 50% of the regular ticket price, and for subscriptions.

Up from 20–28 you pay only 75% of the regular ticket price, and only 50% for subscriptions.

Student prices

Students who can show a Mecenat card (Student ID) pay only 75% or regular ticket prices for all performances. Ring our box office for more information, on tel. 031-13 13 00.

Limited availability. These discounts apply only to regular prices, and may not be combined with other discounts.

See our opening hours on this page

Telephone 031-13 13 00
Email biljetter@opera.se

Please note that at the moment there is a large, ongoing city infrastructure project around the opera house which affects ease of access and parking locations. We advise you plan for a longer journey than expected. Learn more about how this project affects access to the house here.

If you are not going to collect your ticket here in the box office (where sometimes there is a queue), you may arrive about 30 minutes before the performance begins. But we invite you to arrive earlier to have time to unwind, enjoy the buzzing atmosphere in our foyer, have something tasty to eat or drink, or perhaps order some refreshments for the intermission.

Introductions (from 3 November)

If you would like, we also offer introductions to our opera and dance performances (note: usually presented in Swedish) which begin 1 hour before the performance begins, and are free if you have a ticket. Please note that we are currently only presenting digital introductions, which you may watch on the relevant show page. We will recommence introductions on the Small Stage from 3 November.

When the performance has begun, the doors are closed and you are not allowed to enter until the next break in the performance. Make sure you leave for the Opera house with time to spare, and note that there is currently a large city-wide infrastructure project going on around the Opera house which can affect ease of access to the house and availability of parking.

Learn more about the infrastructure project and tips for how to arrive in time.

That’s completely up to you – we have no dress code at the Göteborg Opera. 

Of course, many people arrive at premieres more dressed-up than usual, but it’s up to your own preference. Just wear what you feel comfortable in, so that you can sit, relax, and enjoy the performance.  

However, we do ask that you help us by not using perfume, cologne or other scents. This will allow people with chemical allergies to also enjoy their visit to the Opera house!

You kan pay with the usual credit and debit cards, and of course our gift cards. We have been cash-free since 1 January 2020.

Intermission lengths can vary, depending on how much of the set needs to be adjusted by our technical staff, but are usually around 25 minutes long.

Check the length of each performance on its show page – the exact length is usually updated a day or two before the premiere. After the dress rehearsal we are able to measure most accurately. Before this, estimated show lengths are approximate.

You can borrow infra-red hearing aids from our foyer staff. Learn more about which accessibility tools we can provide. Opera and musical performances are also usually subtitled in both Swedish and English.

Once you arrive, contact our foyer staff and we will be happy to assist you. We have specially adapted places for wheelchair users in the stalls at row 22. These places can only be booked via our box office, which you can contact on 031-13 13 00 or biljetter@opera.se.

You can find more information about accessibility and assistance here

Leave flowers or greeting cards at our staff entrance, which is at the western short end of the house, opposite from the main entrance – towards Maritima centrum and Kajskjul 8. Label the flowers with your name, the person you are sending them to, and (since we have a lot of parallel performances) which production they are performing in. We'll make sure that they get to the right person.

You may collect a season programme in our foyer when you visit us.

Please note that at the moment there is a large, ongoing city infrastructure project around the opera house which affects ease of access and parking locations. We advise you plan for a longer journey than expected. Learn more about how this project affects access to the house here.

If you are not going to collect your ticket here in the box office (where sometimes there is a queue), you may arrive about 30 minutes before the performance begins. But we invite you to arrive earlier to have time to unwind, enjoy the buzzing atmosphere in our foyer, have something tasty to eat or drink, or perhaps order some refreshments for the intermission. If you would like, we also offer introductions to our opera and dance performances (note: usually presented in Swedish) which begin 1 hour before the performance begins, and are free if you have a ticket.

That’s completely up to you! We have no dress code at the Göteborg Opera. 

Of course, many people arrive at premieres more dressed-up than usual, but it’s up to your own preference. Just wear what you feel comfortable in, so that you can sit, relax, and enjoy the performance.  

However, we do ask that you help us by not using perfume, cologne or other scents. This will allow people with chemical allergies to also enjoy their visit to the Opera house!

You can find our opening times on this page.

You kan pay with the usual credit and debit cards, and of course our gift cards. We have been cash-free since 1 January 2020.

You are more than welcome to show your tickets using your mobile phone – just don't forget to charge the battery!

You can find both toilets and wardrobes/cloakrooms on all floors in our foyer. Choose the wardrobe and toilets nearest to the section your seats are in, so we will be able keep queues to a minimum.

All types of photography, sound or video recording in the auditorium during the performance is strictly forbidden for copyright reasons.

You are however welcome to take photos in the foyer, and in the auditorium before the performance begins, or during the applause at the end of the performance. And feel free to share your experiences on social media. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram on Twitter.

Please leave your mobile phone in flight mode during the performance. If mobile phones are active but silent, they can still effect our audio equipment. Also, be aware that light shining from mobile phone screens in the auditorum during a performance is incredibily distracting for both the performers on stage and for your fellow audience members. Please wait until the performance has ended to check your phone.

When the performance has begun, the doors are closed and you are not allowed to enter until the next break in the performance. Make sure you leave for the Opera house with time to spare, and note that there is currently a large city-wide infrastructure project going on around the Opera house which can affect ease of access to the house and availability of parking.

Learn more about the infrastructure project and tips for how to arrive in time.

It’s best to plan to arrive early to be able to enjoy the atmosphere in the foyer, have something tasty to eat or drink before the performance begins, or order some refreshments for the intermission.

Intermission lengths can vary, depending on how much of the set needs to be adjusted by our technical staff, but are usually around 25 minutes long.

Check the length of each performance on its show page – the exact length is usually updated a day or two before the premiere. After the dress rehearsal we are able to measure most accurately. Before this, estimated show lengths are approximate.

You may pick up the printed version when you visit our foyer. Just ask one of our staff where to find it when you arrive.

Yes, you can find these in the cloakrooms. Just ask our cloakroom staff if you would like to borrow one.

You can borrow infra-red hearing aids from our foyer staff. Learn more about which accessibility tools we can provide. Opera and musical performances are also usually subtitled in both Swedish and English.

Once you arrive, contact our foyer staff and we will be happy to assist you. We have specially adapted places for wheelchair users in the stalls at row 22. These places can only be booked via our box office, which you can contact on 031-13 13 00 or biljetter@opera.se.

You can find more information about accessibility and assistance here

Leave flowers or greeting cards at our staff entrance, which is at the western short end of the house, opposite from the main entrance – towards Maritima centrum and Kajskjul 8. Label the flowers with your name, the person you are sending them to, and (since we have a lot of parallel performances) which production they are performing in. We'll make sure that they get to the right person.

To book a table use our booking form which you can find on this page. If your party is for 10 or more people, contact our booking service on tel. 031-13 13 00. Don’t leave it until the last minute, since we often become fully booked!

More information about what the restaurant offers.

Our service is open in connection with performances at the opera, and in most cases you are welcome to book a table even if you don’t have a ticket. Contact our booking service for information opening hours and reservations for the date you plan to visit us.

Tel: 031-13 13 00
Email: restaurang@opera.se 

You can also book a table online using our booking form.

You are more than welcome to order refreshments from our restaurant, cafe or bar.

• Restaurant
  The restaurant only takes reservations for the intermission in person in the foyer before the performance begins.
• Cafe
  Make intermission bookings for the cafe on this page.
• Opera bar
  You can order a prawn sandwich from the Opera baren by using the booking form the booking form on this page.

Yes, the there are always (lacto-ovo) vegetarian options on the menu.

If you have other requirements, such as vegan alternatives – please contact us in advance using the details below so we can have options available for you. We will always do our best to fulfill your needs or wishes.

Tel: 031-13 13 00
Email: restaurang@opera.se 

Please inform our café, bar or restaurant staff if you or anyone in your party has a food allergy or intolerance before you order any food or drinks.

Lacto-ovo vegetarian options are available on our menus, and if you have other food requirements – such as vegan alternatives – please contact us in advance using the details below so we can have options available for you. We will always do our best to fulfill your needs or wishes.

Tel: 031-13 13 00
Email: restaurang@opera.se 

The Opera Bar is our small bistro, which is situated above the main entrance. On the ground floor you will fins the cafe which also serves beer and wine, and we have a cocktail bar at the far end of the foyer.

Learn more about the Opera Bar

Telephone: 031-13 13 00 
Email: restaurang@opera.se 

Book a table online here

Our restaurant is classified as a licensed area (Swedish: insynat område), which means that we are responsible for all food and drink consumed on our premises – so you are not allowed to bring your own food or drink to performances (an exception being daytime performances for schools, when our food service areas are not open).