Even if you are not interested in opera, La Scala may be worth a visit. The magnificent building was completed in 1778 after its predecessor, the Teatro ducalla, burned down two years earlier.
Operas like Tristan and Isolde and Romeo and Juliet at La Scala. It's easy to check for yourself all the different events currently being staged at the opera house.
Ticket prices at La Scala
Ticket prices vary depending on the location, time and type of opera. The most expensive bookings can cost up to €2,000, while an inexpensive event can be seen for just a few hundred dollars. There are many different ways to get tickets to La Scala.
You can use the Internet, automatic telephone booking or buy tickets at information and tourist offices in central Milan. Tickets can also be purchased directly at La Scala but only one month before the performance.
Guided tours at La Scala
In addition to witnessing world-class opera, you can take a guided tour of La Scala's pavilions, going backstage at the opera, so to speak, and the guides will give you an in-depth and knowledgeable explanation of the history of the opera and the preparation of the productions.
The guides speak good English if you don't know Italian.
La Scala Musuem
The opera house also has a museum with instruments from ancient, medieval and modern times. There are also many different creations on display, which the opera actors have worn over the years.
If you don't want to spend the money to pay for the opera, you can settle for viewing the beautiful building from the outside. This is best done after dark. Then a lot of candles are lit around the building and the light from the beautiful crystal chandeliers inside the opera halls flows out. It's beautiful and breathtaking.
If you want to combine a visit to La Scala with accommodation nearby, there are several first-class hotels close by.
They include, in order from reasonable price to WTF is, Hotel Manzoni (****), Grand Hotel Et de Milan (***** ) and Four Seasons Milan (*****).