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.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
One of Britain's most iconic concert halls, renowned for its world-class performances and magnificent Victorian architecture.
My first impression was simply, OMG BEAUTIFUL! I was soo impressed by the grand exterior and the intricate architectural details. It's amazing to see such a historic and prestigious venue in person.
As a Malaysian, it's also special to know that legendary Malaysian performers such as Sudirman and Siti Nurhaliza have perform on tthis prestigious stage
Even if you're not attending a performance, Royal Albert Hall is worth visiting to admire its architecture and appreciate its cultural significance.
I highly recommended and must-visit when exploring London, especially for architecture lovers, music enthusiasts and anyone interested in Britain's cultural heritage :3!
Taufiq Hakimi - 2 weeks ago
Phenomenal venue for live music!
We came here for a soft rock concert and had a brilliant night. The acoustics in the hall are world-class—the warm, rich sound suited soft rock perfectly without feeling overwhelming. The grand auditorium creates an incredible atmosphere, entry was smooth, and the staff were fantastic. A legendary London venue that never disappoints!
Sam - 3 weeks ago
Magical experience! Went to see Black Panther in concert (with Chineke! Orchestra) and it was amazing!!! The sounds were brilliant, amazing view for a reasonable price and honestly a once in a lifetime experience! I would also say i love for how the seats swivelled in our section so it made it comfortable to watch
A few heads up
- Parking : if you drive, parking is reasonable for that area and very good system! No issues with that
- Food : Mad pricy! Recommend to eat beforehand or hold off until after
- Bathroom : No issues with the bathroom itself but if you have an internal/break beforehand, go upstairs if on ground floor or time it closer to the end of the break because lines were mad long and not a lot of bathrooms per section
Esther K - a week ago
I came here for a tour on vacation to London and I LOVED it. I am a huge huge phantom of the opera fan and was so excited to see the venue my favorite performance was in. When I went there was construction going on but it was honestly very interesting seeing how they put sets in. Great tour guide, great history of the building, and really really breathtaking.
Hal McManus (cr3ntist) - 3 months ago
Fantastic venue. Staff exceptional. Food in Garden Bar very nice but small portions of burger/chips. Well organised venue, beautiful architecture inside and out. Only downside was the very warm temperature for the gig/performance. Definitely need air con, or an improved air circulation system. Seats also on the small side. An exceptional venue no doubt though!
Emma Needs - 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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