Konzerthaus Berlin
The Konzerthaus is a magnificent concert hall situated between the French Cathedral and the German Cathedral at Gendarmenmarkt Square. It honours poet, philosopher and historian Friedrich Schiller, who's regarded as one of the most significant dramatists and lyricists of the German language.
The first hall on the site was built by Friedrich the Great as a theatre venue in the early 1800s
The theatre was subjected to major damage during the bombing of World War II. Rebuilding began in 1977 with the exterior faithfully replicating the original design. The inside was modified to meet the needs of its new role as a concert hall. It opened in 1984 with a gala concert performance by the Berlin Symphony Orchestra.
In addition to being a wonderful building for aficionados of architecture the Konzerthaus is considered to be one of the acoustically best venues for concerts and opera in the world.
Today, the Konzerthaus is home to the Konzerthausorchester symphony orchestra. Their performances range from chamber music to major symphonies and from early to comtemporary classical music. Each season they present a special theme.
A variety of tours are available ranging from free walk-throughs to family and group tours for a very small fee. More information is available on the Konzerthaus Berlin website.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: There is no fee to see the building or to participate in a walk-through when available. Concert fees vary. See the official website for more information.Address: Konzerthaus Berlin, Gendarmenmarkt 2, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 203092333
Official Website: Konzerthaus Berlin
Konzerthaus Berlin Reviews
Rated out of 5
It was too cold to appreciate the architecture, but cosy as toast once inside. Beautifully maintained in pastel shades, there's seating in stalls as well as level 1 boxes.
We attended a sumptuous pre-Christmas concert, great view of the stage with seats in the third row.
The main square in front was taken up by the Christmas market, so the area was festive but super busy.
Nive Raitz von Frentz - 5 months ago
Historic building which was once a theater and is now a concert hall. It is the home of the concert house orchestra (Konzerthausorchester) and the Radio Symphony Orchestra. You can listen to the best pieces of classical music like Mozart, Bach and Beethoven here. The main entrance is located below (!) the stairs. There is a tunnel below the stairs from the left to the right side where 200 years ago the horse drawn carriages arrived. Today the concert guests arrive here.
Jochen Fromm - a month ago
The Christmas market in front of the Konzerthaus is absolutely wonderful and truly worth a visit. The festive atmosphere, beautiful setting, and overall experience make it a standout destination during the holiday season. I can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy a charming and memorable Christmas market.
imaduddin Bhaisaheb - 6 months ago
A magical evening in the heart of Berlin ★★★★★
"An absolutely stunning venue. From the moment you walk into the Gendarmenmarkt, the building takes your breath away, but the interior is where the magic really happens. The acoustics in the Great Hall are crystal clear—you can hear every nuance of the orchestra. We attended a performance of the Konzerthausorchester and were moved to tears. The staff was professional, the cloakroom was efficient, and the intermission drinks overlooking the square made for a perfect evening. A must-visit for any music lover in Berlin."
Tomas Osvald - 5 months ago
Went to see Haochen Zhang's Liszt PC 2 and it was beyond perfection, please invite him back again
Cute cafe with window tatami seat
Two downsides:
If the performer is non-German then Id suggest the (non-complimentary) brochure also printed in English, honestly with GenAI tools it wont take more than 10mins to translate and finish the layout.
The entrance to the concert house is a bit tricky to find now with the construction.
T Z - a month ago
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How to get to Konzerthaus Berlin by U-Bahn, S-Bahn or Tram
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or Tram Line(s): U6, U2
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or Tram Station(s): U Französische Str. , U-Bhf Hausvogteiplatz
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