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All information and tickets for visiting the famous Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. From guided tours to booking concert tickets.

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Tours & Tickets Concertgebouw
Address	Concertgebouwplein 10 1071 LN Amsterdam
Tram	From Central Station: tram 2, 5, 16 and 24
Concerts	Attend a concert, prices start from 50 € Please note: Many concerts are sold out well in advance. However, GetYourGuide.com offers a good chance of still finding tickets. In partnership with the Concertgebouw, so-called category-1 tickets are reserved specifically for tourists for every concert. Visit this page for the programme and to book tickets. Tickets concerts

Visit the Amsterdam Concert Hall

The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam is one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, renowned for its exceptional acoustics and rich musical tradition. Located on the Concertgebouwplein in the southern part of the city, the building was designed by architect Adolf Leonard van Gendt in neoclassical style. Construction began in 1883 and was completed in 1886. The official opening took place on April 11, 1888, with a grand opening concert.

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The architecture of the Concertgebouw is characterized by its symmetrical facades, classical columns, and richly decorated interiors. The building consists of two main halls: the Main Hall (Grote Zaal), which seats over 2,000 visitors, and the Small Hall (Kleine Zaal), intended for chamber music and smaller ensembles. The Main Hall is particularly famous for its near-perfect acoustics, which are often attributed to a combination of design, building materials, and the hall’s specific dimensions.

Since its opening, the Concertgebouw has been home to the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, which is internationally acclaimed. Over the years, many famous musicians have performed here, including Gustav Mahler, Richard Strauss, and, more recently, world-renowned soloists and conductors. In 1988, to mark its centenary, the building underwent extensive renovations to meet modern standards without compromising its historical charm. Today, the Concertgebouw remains a cultural icon of Amsterdam and an international hub for classical music.