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Campos Elíseos Theatre

Campos Elíseos Theatre brings a richly decorated Art Nouveau façade to a central Bilbao side street. Its exterior is the dependable stop; performances require a programme check.

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Why go

Stand opposite the entrance to take in the ornamental stonework that earned the theatre its local nickname, the Chocolate Box. It offers an architectural counterpoint to Arriaga’s grander riverfront setting and rewards a brief detour through the Ensanche. The narrow street rewards a slower look.

What to look for

The 1902 theatre is known for an Art Nouveau façade by Jean Batiste Darroguy.

Useful to know

See the Art Nouveau façade from Bertendona Street; check the theatre programme for performances.

Your next visit

Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.

Outdoor visit · 10–20 min

World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.

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