AUSTRIA
Austria's standouts.
The 15 most popular concerts in Austria. What each one includes, who runs it, and what it costs.
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Vienna’s Karlskirche with Orchestra 1756 on period instruments. 75 minutes, $40, real historical sound.
“Amazing experience Also your info and support was amazing Thanks”
Hear Mozart, Haydn, and Vivaldi at Vienna’s Musikverein. 2 hours in the Golden or Brahms Hall for about $17 with easy ticket pickup.
“The sound of the 26 member orchestra was outstanding! Great value for the 2 hour experience!”
A 2-hour Mozart-and-Strauss concert at Vienna’s Musikverein Golden Hall with period-costume musicians and opera stars, starting from $81.
“The Golden Hall is magnificent and the musicians were excellent. A great evening and lots of fun.”
Hear chamber music in Salzburg’s Marble Hall at Mirabell Palace, with pure acoustic sound, historic Mozart links, and a 90-minute program.
“Absolutely incredible performance. Well worth the money. The level of talent gave me goosebumps throughout. A must do!”
Baroque St. Anne's Church concert in Vienna: 70 minutes of Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven or Schubert on period instruments, from $38.
“Amazing. Speachless!!!! The musicians were excellent and very talented. Very much value for money. Of course the church is an amazing venue with great acoustics but many credits again to the musicians. I strongly believe that the concert overall should be charged extra, but its great because not many have the opportunity nor the financial…”
Mozart and Strauss at Schönbrunn Orangery: soprano and baritone with an intimate orchestra. VIP skip-line and sparkling wine.
“Lovely concert. Close to Schonnbrun but leave 5+ minutes for the walk if you are starting at the Christmas markets. Beautiful music and singing.”
Hear Mozart-era music by Mozart Ensemble Vienna in Mozarthaus, Mozart’s first house, inside the fresco-filled Sala Terrena near St. Stephen’s.
Vienna classical concert in St. Peter’s Church vaults with Classic Ensemble Vienna, smart-casual seats, and Mozart and Vivaldi for about 1 hour.
“Beautiful concert! I suggest upgrading your ticket if you want to see the quartet. There are a few seats in the back with no view. All in all, a beautiful concert in a beautiful church. And bonus, there’s a taxi stand right outside the church.”
Period-instrument string quartet in Annakirche. Choose seats, get the program, and enjoy a 70-minute Mozart/Beethoven/Schubert evening.
“Good professional performance. Very charming music. Church. Environment is also very traditional and beautiful”
After-hours Schönbrunn Palace with an audio tour, a 3-course Austrian dinner, and a Mozart and Strauss concert in the Orangery.
“Loved seeing the Palace after hours with no crowds. There was approximately 30 people in the group. We each received a listening device for the tour of the Palace, which lasted around one hour. Then we were escorted to the restaurant, which was next to the Palace. I had a vegetarian dish. My dish was…”
Mozart and Strauss at Schönbrunn Palace in an intimate night concert, sometimes moved inside the palace, with VIP seating and drinks.
“We were in the Orangerie. There was a coat check and small bar available. The employees were very nice. The music was very good, conductor/first chair was personable and engaging, and both soloists were very good. There are some rather harsh reviews on here but I feel maybe those people were expecting this experience to…”
After-hours Schönbrunn Palace tour, 3-course Austrian dinner and Mozart–Strauss concert in the Orangery, with audio guide and seating options.
“The staff at the palace were very helpful & friendly. The first part of the evening was a self guided tour around the palace with an audio guide but the staff were there on hand throughout. Dinner was served at Gerstner’s inside the palace grounds - again the staff were friendly & helpful. We had…”
Vienna Mozart Concert at the Musikverein with historical costumes, a Mozart-only 30-piece orchestra, and legendary hall acoustics.
“Excellent show. Best clarinet solo I have ever heard. Loved the costumes and the building was spectacular. The tour notes said smart casual and no sneakers. I was concerned about this since I need orthotics and I only have sneakers. I found my least sneaker-like pair and worried if I was going to have a…”
Candlelit Mozart concert with a 3-course historical dinner at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium in Salzburg, with opera singers and period costumes.
“Was a wonderful experience. We were with kids 5 and 10 years old. The performers were so nice, talented and the concert was very interactive ♥️ food was great and the evening was so memorable ♥️ big thank you !!!!”
A lively 80-minute classical concert in Vienna’s Eschenbach Palace with Strauss, Mozart, Schubert, plus singers and dancers.
“Very good music, courteous staff, clean environment. Worth the money for sure”
