Historic Tours
Located in Downtown Phoenix, the Orpheum Theatre is a fully restored 1929 atmospheric theatre, featuring a magnificent disappearing Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ. Tours provide access to both public and behind-the-scenes areas, offering a rare glimpse into the magic of a historic movie palace.
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Free historic tours are available to the public on select Tuesdays from September through May, with limited availability in December.*
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Tours can last up to 90 minutes.
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Reservations are recommended, but walk-ups are welcome.
* Tours are subject to theatre availability. The City of Phoenix does not allow the use of tripods, lights, or reflectors on public tours hosted by the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre.
Private Historic Tours
Private tours of the Orpheum Theatre are available for groups of 10 or more (up to 25 people). Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate smaller groups at this time.
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Private tours are available on select Tuesdays from September through May, with limited availability. *
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* Private tours are not available in December. Private tours are subject to theatre and volunteer docent availability. The City of Phoenix does not allow the use of tripods, lights, or reflectors on public or private tours hosted by the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre. The City of Phoenix does not allow the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre to book private tours for video or photography shoots inside the Orpheum Theatre unless the request is connected to a local or national advertising publication with a story about the theatre.
