Musikverein Wien

I’m deeply grateful to be here. The beauty of the setting and the healing music seemed to wash everything heavy away. From my seat, high above with a perfect view of the stage, I felt completely immersed. This is why music matters. It has the power to renew us — to make both our body and mind feel stronger, clearer, and quietly powerful again. Thank you❤️🤓

Amazing and the venue is just wonderful. So much history with the greats playing at this venue. If you’re looking for a memorable, emotionally powerful Vivaldi experience in Vienna, then this is for you and currently has the strongest reputation for being truly outstanding — both musically and as a total sensory event. It’s a classic Vienna classical music moment don’t miss it

The performance is excellent. The interior is beautiful. The seating on the ground floor is not comfortable enough. It's a shame there's no dress code, because people don't have a sense of uniqueness.

Dec 2025 - awesome experience with acoustics you'll never hear unless your here... totally amazing!!! We went to hear Mozart. It didn't disappoint bc they did some of his most famous pieces along with a few opera pieces which blew us away. If you ever get to this side of the world, JUST DO IT! Trust me any concert in that hall will be special.

If you love classical music, a visit to the Brahms-Saal at the Musikverein is a must. Seeing the orchestra perform Mozart and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in such an iconic venue was a highlight of my trip. The acoustics are among the best in the world—you will definitely not regret coming here!

This was truly an unforgettable experience. I’ve listened to classical music since childhood, especially during music class contests, so this concert deeply resonated with my soul— it brought so much nostalgia and joy. The concert started at 8PM, but I arrived early to explore the music halls and the charming areas outside. Although I watched at the Brahms Hall, the view was still exceptional, with stunning architecture and elegant interiors. The orchestra performed so beautifully, and the singers were absolutely incredible. There was even a short intermission in the middle of the performance, giving everyone time to stand up, stretch, or visit the restrooms before the next act. Everything was very well-organized, and the staff were kind and accommodating. I’d definitely love to experience it again, highly recommended! ✔️Another one crossed off my bucket list! 🎶✨

This is a beautiful and historic place. However, ranking it as the top music hall in the world is far-fetched. The Golden Hall was much smaller than I expected and surprisingly disorganized. They opened seat section 30 minutes before the performance, which created chaotic, jam-packed crowds. It took us forever to reach our seats, only to find them already occupied by someone else. Our entire side of the second level had only one usher— pretty absurd. And the program is not free - it costs 3.9 euro. The venue feels more like a tourist attraction for Instagram than a serious concert hall. We attended in late December, and despite the cold weather, I would estimate that over 80% of the audience were tourists. There is essentially no dress code, which further adds to the casual, touristy atmosphere. Our seats were in the second row upstairs. We could barely see the stage. These “seats” were simple restaurant chairs. They were squeezing in extra seats just to sell more tickets. That said, even though the experience itself was far from pleasant, if you’ve never been here before, it may still be worth visiting once for the sake of saying you’ve “been there, done that.”

Fantastic place! We visited the "goldener saal" last time to see Sir Andras Schiff. The one of the world most esteemed pianist played Mozart and Haydn with the Capella Andrea Barca.

Beautiful concert hall and one of the world's most famous. It opened January 6 1870. What an unforgettable experience. I purchased tickets for the Golden Hall through Booking.com in the Superior Orchestra section, and when we picked up the tickets we were upgraded. That was a nice surprise. The view was absolutely perfect. It was an incredible evening from start to finish. The acoustics were phenomenal, and the entire performance was breathtaking. The solo violinist and the female opera singer were true standouts. Their performances felt like pure magic and were among the highlights of the night. The Vienna Mozart Orchestra appeared in beautiful 18th-century period costumes, bringing the music and atmosphere of Mozart's era vividly to life. A truly unforgettable experience and one I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Vienna.

Saw the Mozart concert here last night. This is a fabulous show in a stunning old world concert hall. The orchestra was all dressed in period costume and the vocalists were astonishingly good. This orchestra is one of the world's best and you will hear Mozart played with skill, heart and joy. This is a must for your Vienna vacation. It is hyper touristy but so what. Between the stunning concert hall and one of the worlds best orchestras playing the worlds greatest composer you really can't go wrong. Get the orchestra seats. The side seats are not very comfortable and your view can be obstructed. It's way better to be on the floor. Highly recommend.

€6 for the program brochure! €1 for checking in your bag/coat/personal item! What's next? €8 for toilet paper??? Despite already paying for a €150 premium seat! Seems like a money making scheme to suck up as much as they can.

Great experience watching the Vienna Philharmonic here! Tickets can be hard to get, but it'll be worth the anticipation. We paid $55/seat in the balcony and had an obscured view of the performance, but if you're seated in the back, you can stand up for a better view. It's incredible to think that some of the biggest possible composers performed here. Beautiful interior and exterior, and make sure you come early so you can take pictures from both the balcony and the first floor. Just remember to save your coughs for in between symphonies!

Celebrating its 150th Anniversary!! Such an institution. I was most fortunate to have the chance to visit Vienna & come here for a concert. Home of Mozart! As we walked in and settled down, we got to take in the grandeur of the concert hall, it was fabulous! I couldn't stop taking pictures! The acoustics were second to none and our 100+ person orchestra was sensational with its instruments and back up singers. It was pretty emotional. Needless to say, it was totally worth the visit & definitely recommend this hall. Its even better when you know the music! We happened to be there for Beethoven! The outside architecture was mesmerizing, especially in the night shot!

Before visiting Vienna, I had advance tickets/reservations for only two places: Steirereck and the Musikverein. I was able to get tickets to the Beethoven symphony here, which was unreal! Be sure whatever concert you are booking is for the Großer Saal (Great Hall) because there are several smaller music halls in the building that are not nearly as impressive. The interior and exterior are elegant and second to none. The acoustics inside are also world-class. Before the concert, there was ample time to get a drink, but you can't take it with you to your seat. So, it was pretty funny trying to pound wine before the show began. The dress code is maybe a bit upscale, but I think you are fine in slacks and button-down with a jacket. Though some reviewers mention this is a tourist trap, that is probably specifically for the Mozart concerts. For the Beethoven symphony we booked, there were no tourists that I saw in the venue besides ourselves. It was also completely packed but everyone was on their best behavior.

Ok you are in Vienna and a costumed man approaches you to buy tickets to a orchestra concert. You may think hmm tourist trap but if this was a trap then I need to be trapped some more. The concert took you back to Mozart's time with period costumes, beautiful music and some of the most wonderful performances by a couple of opera singers. Well worth the time and the euros.

My husband and I during our trip to Vienna went to see the Vienna Mozart Orchestra perform here at the Musikverein. It was a great experience and the place is absolutely gorgeous. I felt like I had gone back in time. A definite must see in Vienna if you love music.

If you are in Vienna, you really should get to see a concert. When you combine the history along with the performance it becomes a bit magical. I will say that if you have been fortunate enough to visit some of the best concert halls such as Lincoln Center, Tanglewood or others than the Mozart concert at Musikverein will be a little less impressive. The building itself is gorgeous and the concert halls acoustics are first class with a lot of wood. Along with the excellent music were several opera performances which added to the show. Best to get your tickets weeks in advance but we were able to get good seats 3 days before the Monday performance.

I am no audiophile: my ears are shot after years of heavy metal. However, listening to a concert by the Weiner Mozart Orchester (selections from Mozart, of course) I noticed every instrument seemed crystal clear and close. Only after the concert did I look up the Musikverein and learn that the Große Musikvereinssaal (aka Goldener Saal) is acoustically one of the best concert spaces in the world. Well, there you go. If even I notice the acoustics, you, dear reader, with your fine hearing, will certainly appreciate it. Experiencing that hall and its amazing acoustics made what was already a fun experience a musical revelation. So here's the takeaway: if possible, attend a concert in the Große Musikvereinssaal / Goldener Saal, rather than one of the Musikverein's smaller rooms. The only downside: tourists taking photos and videos throughout the concert, even though an admonition against doing so is announced in multiple languages. C'mon: I want to hear the music, not your iPhone's digital shutter. Don't be that guy.

I am a classical music lover and i wanted to share my joy with my husband and booked the tickets advance. Even 2 month ahead, i was not able to get the best seats that i wanted and we ended up having galerie links seats (they are not still cheap). The performance was amazing, we were just not happy with our seats and the service. The staff did not care and was selling the program in German despite the fact that my husband only spoke to them in English thinking that he could read the program. They did say nothing and just accepted cash. The seats are so tight together and my husband's seat had a big stain on it. They need to maintain the venue better becuase people come from all over the world and pay a lot to come to appreciate the performance by wiener philharmoniker.... who would want to pay to sit on chair like this???

Listening to classical music being performed by the orchestra wearing costumes and re-enacting attending a classical concert in the 1700's and 1800's in the city of classical music, Vienna, seemed like a great idea. Now I can say, avoid this tourist trap! Pros: Musikverein was a beautiful golden venue with amazing acoustics. Vienna Mozart Orchestra played popular Mozart classics that many people would have recognized. They even tried to get you even more engaged by initiating clapping along the rhythms. Cons: There was lack of air conditioning in the venue. You'll have to purchase the program separately for an additional cost. If you leave your seat, they won't let you back in even between performances. This wasn't indicated anywhere in the ticket, and I had to wait until intermission to get back to my seat. I missed at least three performances. I do not like disrupting others, so I only left after one performance was finished and I was planning to return only after making sure I wasn't entering in the middle of a performance. My seat, for your information, was right at the door, too. I thought this was a bit extreme given there were many people who left their seats and hoped to return to their seats. There were others that returned late from intermission. These people would have had to wait outside until the end of the concert? This concert was packed with tourists who were standing up and taking pictures (though they were told not to do so), talking in the middle of a performance, and generally displaying behaviour showing lack of respect or consideration for other tourists; they were all for pictures, not sounds.

The musicians were exceptional and the acoustics were outstanding! The musicians were dressed in traditional clothing from Mozart's day, which added to the ambiance. What was very disappointing was all the people taking videos and photographs during the show. Before the show it was made clear in many different languages that was not allowed; however during the show it was weakly enforced. This made for an obstructed view and overall less enjoyment of the show.

They said they were sold out. So I asked again. And again. And again. Well, I got my ticket and words cannot describe my good future, but I'll try. Watching Beethoven's 5th here left an indelible mark on me. The raw power of the symphony demanded that tears pour from my face. I didn't know classical music could be so transcending. And to cap it off, the intensity and smiles of conductor and first violinist, caught in a state of seemingly pure bliss, make me even more grateful to be a part of that life transforming experience. Love!

I went to see the Mozart Orchestra concert and wow what a tourist trap. Of course they were playing the most widely-recognized tunes and the concert came with a few snips of opera too. If you want a serene and solemn classical concert experience this is not it. All people care about is taking selfies with the backdrop.

When I came to Vienna, I had no expectations and really nothing that I wanted to see. After talking with a number of people at my hostel from many different countries and who possessed varying interests, everyone agreed that the orchestra (and opera) was the highlight of their time there. I was already sold, but when they told me that tickets were only 4 euros, I got on line that night to get my tickets. The line for tickets starts at 6:30, people are let in at 7, concert starts at 7:30. We got there around 6:20 and were fine. We paid 6 euros for standing tickets and were led to the next line into the concert hall (make sure you check your coat/backpack before getting in this line, or have your friends save your spot). When we got into the standing area, rather than getting a spot at the front we went to the back to sit against the wall. We figured we didn't really need to see the orchestra and we would get tired standing (this would later prove to be an excellent call). The music was absolutely beautiful and the concert hall really magnified and enhanced the sound. The orchestra was even able to convert a friend of mine who hadn't really appreciated classical music, previously. We were so impressed that we tried to go every night for the duration of our stay. If you're thinking about it, go. If you're not thinking about it, go. It was the best 6 euros I've spent in Europe in a very long time and I only regret that we didn't get to see the orchestra a second time.

The concert hall against which all others are judged. Owned by the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde (Society for Music Friends), the Wiener Musikverein (Vienna Music Association) is the home of the Vienna Philharmonic, one of the world's greatest orchestras. Built in 1870 by the Emporer Franz Josef, this hall saw the premieres of several symphonies by Brahms, Bruckner, waltzes by Johann Strauss, Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, Schönberg's "Verklärte Nacht," and major orchestral works by Richard Strauss, Alban Berg and Anton Webern. Every New Years Day, a concert with the Vienna Philharmonic is televised live around the world, usually featuring traditional Viennese waltzes, polkas and marches. Renowned for its acoustics, considered ideal by classical musicians, the Musikverein is known for several architectural innovations: the ceiling of the Great Hall is suspended from the rafters, and underneath the wooden floor is a great hollow space, which allows the whole room to resonate. Heavy gilt accents and gold statues of the various muses adorn the large shoebox shaped hall. A smaller adjoining hall is used for chamber music concerts. Around the back is the headquarters of the celebrated Vienesse piano maker, Bösendorfer. Tours are offered daily in several languages.

This is a very beautiful concert hall and the acoustics are amazing!! I came here to watch the Mozart orchestra. Even though the orchestra is a tourist trap, the acoustics and being able to sit in the concert hall make it worth it. They performed several works from Mozart including his violin concerto 5, several works from his operas, and several orchestral works. The orchestra itself was fantastic, perhaps not Vienna Philharmonic level, but undoubtedly filled with professionals. The costumes they wore and the audience interaction made it even more fun. There was never a boring moment throughout the entire concert. The only annoying part was that lots of people used their iPads to take pictures, which ended up blocking my view a few times.

Best concert hall in the world, period. Take any place to enjoy the gorgeous sound (if not quite see the stage). This hall is the home to the Wiener Philharmoniker, but it's actually almost impossible to get a ticket to their concert in that hall, as they are mostly sold to regular visitors, and the queue to purchase some season tickets is several years long (basically, until the previous owner dies, I suppose). Concerts by other artists are much more accessible though, so make sure you pay a visit while being in Vienna. Quite surprisingly, the dress code is quite informal (unlike Vienna State Opera).

I watched the Mozart Symphony here. It was catered very much for tourists, with costumes and all, which was not so enarmouring for my own taste. The performance thus felt a bit like a standard tourist product and at times the performers looked a bit bored (I was sitting in the first few rows so could see this much clearer). So I would really recommend to choose your event carefully. Nevertheless, the venue was central, nice, and worth considering if you are a big fan of classical music. Happily, my jeans and smart business style jacket was not under-dressed for the event/venue.

The magnificent music hall is a must go for visitors to Vienna, as it would be a unique music experience. There are elaborated decorations and busts of famous composers. The grand hall of the famous shoebox shape has one of the best acoustics in the world. It is the home to the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra, and other orchestras play here as well. We got concert tickets from a local friend who had season tickets.

Best concert hall I have seen , they were sold out when I got there but I wanted online and got a ticket people is so friendly very nice I truly enjoyed my visit in Vienna

All music lovers, audiophiles, and audio engineers should check out a concert at the Wiener Musikverein if they're ever in Wien. The Großer Saal is infamous, as it well should be. You will not find a hall with better history, acoustics, and appearance. The staff is also exceptional, whether you have a question over email or when buying last-minute tickets in person. A+ all around.

Amazingly, my girlfriend and I were able to get tickets to the New Year's Concert on the first try. They are sold by lottery very early in the year. The tickets are also very expensive--330 euros a piece for our seats. We sat in the front row--not the best location--but we could smell the flowers. Despite the front row seats, the concert was a once-in-a-lifetime event that was definitely worth it. The orchestra is superb. The golden hall is beautiful. It was a wonderful time that I will never forget. I should also mention that New Year's Eve is a rather crazy time in downtown Vienna. If you're on the streets around midnight, be prepared for thousands of very drunk people wandering around, setting off fireworks, and generally acting like it's their last night on earth. Nonetheless, I would do it all over again.