Vienna · CLASSICAL CONCERTS & OPERA IN VIENNA
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This is the city Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss called home, and most nights you can still hear them. Below are the best classical concerts in Vienna: the gilded Musikverein, candlelit performances in baroque churches, the State Opera itself, with prices, programmes and where each one seats you.
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on period instruments at Vienna’s Karlskirche. 75 minutes with Orchestra 1756, tickets around $40.
“Great experience. They warn you that the church is cold in winter but they offer blankets and there are some heat under seat. It was very pleasant. Loved the ensemble. Great musicians.”
Hear Mozart, Haydn, and Vivaldi in Vienna’s Musikverein. Choose Golden Hall or Brahms Hall for top acoustics at a budget-friendly price.
“Excellent experience and we’d do it again and will recommend to family and friends.”
Hear Mozart, Bach, and more in Vienna’s St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with showy options like the Giant Organ and holiday programs.
“Marvellous! Beautiful surroundings and exceptional music. We were near the front and had a good view of the musicians.”
Mozart and Strauss in Vienna’s Golden Hall at Musikverein, with period-costumed musicians and opera soloists. Smart casual evening.
“I wasn’t expecting opera as well so I was pleasantly surprised there were 2 superb singers in the performance as well. Conductor was engaging as well with a good sense of humour. He made classical so much more accessible for common folks like me! Thoroughly enjoyed myself! Bravo!”
70 minutes of Baroque acoustics in Vienna’s St. Anne’s Church, with a period-instrument string ensemble performing Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, and Schubert.
“Very nice concert, worth it ! I recommend it. Small and intimate, great atmosphere and music.”
Hear Mozart-era music in Mozarthaus, in the Sala Terrena. Close-up live performance, ornate frescoes, and a classic Vienna ensemble.
Watch Mozart and Strauss in Schönbrunn’s Orangerie. 105-minute concert, great seating, VIP drinks and priority access. From $63.
“What an experience! For my first time in Veinna I was told this was a must. Did not disappoint! the concert was not only lively but the conductor interacted with the audience having us clap and have such an amazing evening!”
Prebook a Vienna classical concert in St. Peter’s Church vaults, with Classic Ensemble Vienna performing Mozart, Vivaldi, and more.
“You must see a concert while in Vienna and this location and performers could not be more perfect. We loved it. Two thumbs up. Dress warm.”
Skip the line for Karlskirche. Get an audioguide, treasury highlights, organ loft access, and terrace views over Vienna’s rooftops.
“Glad we bought tickets in advance because there was a long line when we got there. You only need about half hour for this activity, super quick put pretty church and nice view! Happy we went.”
An hour of Viennese chamber music in St. Anne’s Church, with period instruments and free seat choice. A memorable, practical night out.
“Awesome performance. The church was small but it was perfect for the event. The musicians were excellent. Highly recommended.”
After-hours Schönbrunn Palace audio tour, Austrian 3-course dinner, and a Mozart and Strauss concert in the Orangery with multiple seating options.
“The tour of the palace was very short. The meal was average. The concert was very good. We didn’t expect opera and that’s not our thing, but the rest of the music was really terrific. The venue for the concert was also stunning.”
Enjoy Mozart in period costume at Vienna’s Musikverein. Two halls, four seating options, and a 30-piece orchestra for 2 hours.
“Really fun...great music we enjoyed every moment. Get their early for taking photos and to skip the crowd”
Mozart and Strauss in Vienna’s historic Börse Palace, with live singers and ballet, in a 90-minute 6:30 or 8:30 show.
“Very nice, popular classical music. The singer was really great. Would be nice to know the names of the musicians”
Enjoy Mozart, Schubert and Strauss at Vienna’s Eschenbach Palace, with orchestra, opera and dance in an 80-minute classic-hits show.
“Excellent experience. Absolutely loved it. Extremely worth for the money.”
After-hours Schönbrunn Palace tour, 3-course Austrian dinner, and a classical concert in the Orangery with Mozart and Strauss.
“Audio tour at night after the palace is closed is neat. Dinner was very good and the orchestra performance was top notch”
