The Concert House was built in 1913 in Vienna’s third district, right next to the first district and the city center. From its inception, the performances in this hall have been diverse, including not only classical music but also innovative musical styles. This desire to also present modern music distinguished this concert hall from the hall of the Vienna Music Society (Musikverein), which exclusively features classical music performances (read more about the best classical concerts in Vienna).
Inside the building, there are four main halls where concerts can be held simultaneously without any issue.
The halls are:
- The Great Hall – 1840 seats
- Mozart Hall – 704 seats
- Schubert Hall – 336 seats
- Berio Hall – 400 seats
You can take a virtual tour of the performance halls in the building for more information.
Orchestras and choirs that perform regularly at the venue: The Vienna Symphony, the Wiener Singakademie, and various other ensembles from around the world.
Watch the fantastic performance of “Rhapsody in Blue” that took place in the hall:
Additional Essential Information for Visiting the Vienna Concert House
You can book tickets for concerts directly on the official website. See the schedule of events and performances.
How to get there by public transport?
You can easily reach it using public transportation. The nearest subway station is Stadtpark. The U4 subway line (the green line) stops at this station. From the station exit, it is about a 5-minute walk to the Concert House.
Another option is to take tram line 2 or 71. Get off at the Schwarzenbergplatz stop. From there, it is about a 5-minute walk.
If you prefer to arrive by bus, you can take bus line 4A, which stops almost at the entrance of the hall. Get off at the Akademietheater stop.
Address: Lothringerstrasse 20
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The Vienna Concert House is just one of many places in the city where top-level concerts are held. We have compiled the best classical concerts in Vienna in a separate article, including recommendations and explanations of the different performances. You can also read about the Musikverein concert hall or about a visit to the wonderful House of Music, which is definitely suitable for the whole family.
If you are interested in adding another layer to your classic Viennese experience, it is worth visiting the wonderful State Opera House. Whether you come for a guided tour or an opera performance, a great experience is guaranteed.
