Our Tours
Join us for a 55-minute Detroit Opera House Highlights Tour (tour locations vary subject to performance schedule)!
These tours are open to the public; reservations are required.
Tickets are available online or at the Box Office during regular business hours (Broadway Street). “Day of” tickets must be purchased online using a personal device.
$10 a ticket, children 5 and under tour for free!
History meets Happy Hour!
Have you ever strolled by the Detroit Opera House and wanted to know what it looks like inside? Join us for a 90-minute “Sip & Stroll” experience at the Detroit Opera House. Tours offer participants the chance to see our beautiful, historic 1922 theater, designed by renowned architect C. Howard Crane, and include the mainstage and backstage areas*, plus a visit to the rooftop for spectacular views of downtown Detroit from our SkyDeck (weather permitting). Sip & Stroll tours include a glass of premium red or white wine souvenir Detroit Opera House stemless wine glass**, bottled water, and snacks. Must be 21 years old with a valid ID.
Capacity is limited, so buy your tickets online today! Walk-ups cannot be guaranteed. “Day of” tickets must be purchased online using a personal device.
*Spaces available to view on tours are based on building usage and not guaranteed.
**Wine glasses available starting in April 2026. Beverage choice based on availability.
It’s like our Sip & Stroll above, but with much, much more!
Join us for an exclusive evening at the Detroit Opera House featuring a guided tour, a four-part wine tasting with Carpe Vinum, and live pop-up performance.
This two hour experience takes you through our stunning 1922 theater, including the mainstage, backstage areas, and—weather permitting—our SkyDeck with views of downtown Detroit.
As you stroll through the space, enjoy four unique wine tastings, a small bite, and surprise performance by the Detroit Opera Resident Artists. There will be opportunities to purchase bottles of limited-production wines, sampled on the tour, at the conclusion of the experience. Come sip, stroll, and experience the Detroit Opera House like never before!
Guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
Space is limited and advance tickets are required—walk-ups cannot be guaranteed. “Day of” tickets must be purchased online using a personal device.
Bookmark this page for announcement of future dates!
We welcome groups of all kinds: schools, seniors, clubs, teams, scouts, religious groups, and more. This is the tour for you!
Join us for a private tour of the magnificently restored Detroit Opera House and learn about its renowned history with a seasoned tour guide.
Featuring the largest stage in Michigan, the Detroit Opera House produces grand operas and presents classical dance, pop concerts, Broadway shows, and much more!
Group tours offer a rewarding and educational experience, often including backstage areas not accessible to the public.
The Details:
- Requests must be made one month in advance and be for a group of 10 or more.
- Tour duration: 90 minutes.
- Tour rates: $15.00.
*Special rates are available for school field trips and scout troops. - A non-refundable $50 deposit is required at the time of scheduling
Discover Detroit Opera like never before with our New Custom-Designed Tour. Led by Detroit Opera Curator of Architecture and History Michael Hauser, this exclusive experience is tailored to your group’s unique interests—whether architectural details, hidden histories, or behind-the-scenes stories. Enjoy a deeper, more personal look at one of Detroit’s cultural landmarks. Available for groups at $25 per person.