Royal Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall is both an architectural icon and a famous London concert hall
The Royal Albert Hall was opened in 1871 by Queen Victoria. It is one of the most renowned architectural buildings in the United Kingdom and is indeed well recognized throughout the world. The hall also houses the 2nd largest pipe organ in the UK.
The hall was first proposed by the Queen's husband Prince Albert as a permanent facility for exhibitions and arts and concerts. Unfortunately he died ten years before his dream was completed. For that reason the proposed name was changed from The Central Hall of Arts and Sciences to the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences.
Since opening the Royal Albert Hall has been home to over 150,000 events. The extremely popular BBC Proms concert series has been hosted there every summer since 1941. Today the hall is a venue to over 350 performances each year ranging from classical concerts to rock and roll, pop concerts, opera, ballet, tennis matches, awards ceremonies, school and community events and banquets. The hall was designed with a capacity of 8000 guests, but is now limited to 5544 people due to modern safety regulations. Whether or not you are attending a concert or event, you won't want to miss seeing this spectacular hall, even if just from the outside during your London vacation.
For more information about the Royal Albert Hall and to book tickets for upcoming events visit their official website linked above.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes. Varies by event. Visit the official website to see upcoming shows.Royal Albert Hall Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Address: Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP, UK
Phone: 020 7589 8212
Official Website: Royal Albert Hall
Royal Albert Hall Reviews
Rated out of 5
The royal Albert hall is the creme de la creme when it comes to viewing classical music. You can feel the weight of history when you walk towards this great place and when you enter the great theatre of dreams 😊
If you're a lover of classical music, you have to experience this place at least once. The Royal Albert hall is the Mecca of all things classical. I had a great seat and was able to see the stage.
The exterior is instantly recognizable with its distinctive circular shape and ornate red brick and terracotta facade.
The massive glass and iron dome is a sight to behold, both from the outside and within the hall itself.
Inside, you'll find plush red seating, intricate mosaics, and a general atmosphere of grandeur and history.
The Royal Albert Hall hosts a wide array of events, from classical concerts and operas to rock and pop shows, dance performances, and even sporting events.
The Royal Albert hall is a great institution and a must come place if you're a lover of all kinds of music, this place will not disappoint you 😊
Festus Ifiti jr - 2 weeks ago
It was an incredible experience. The staff was really kind and helpful. The place was really clean and beautiful. Inside it was massive with hundreds of lights and speakers all around. The seats were really comfortable and tall enough to hold your head. There was tons of space and the volume was never too loud or quiet. The royal philharmonic orchestra was incredible and added so much to the already good film. I definitely recommend it.
Dan Man - 3 months ago
I had the opportunity to join a day time tour. It was such a fantastic experience. We got to see the venue without the crowd and many history and stories were told by our tour guide. We also visited the royal family's box and the room where they gather adjacent to their box.
The venue itself is magnificent. Next time will have to stay longer to come to a show!
T Li - 3 months ago
If you go to the Royal Albert Hall for any events, it's bound to be special. The building and atmosphere are just magical at Christmas. Get there early to have a look around, and if you can get to the 1871 bar, it's a Victorian styled treasure. Sound and sight lines are fantastic. One of London's unique venues with an eclectic programme of performances.
Graham Stoner - a month ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| District, Circle and Piccadilly Lines | South Kensington | 10 MInutes |
| District and Circle Lines | High Street Kensington | 10 Minutes |
How to get to Royal Albert Hall by Tube
Royal Albert hall is about a 10 minute walk from either of the above tube stations.
From South Kensington Station exit onto Thurloe Place. and go right to Exhibition Road. Go left (north) on Exhibition Road, then left on Prince Consort Road, then right onto Kensington Gore. The Royal Albert Hall is straight ahead.
From Kensington High Street Station exit onto Kensington High Street and go right (east) until you get to the hall.
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