The 15 Best Classical Concerts in Austria

1.Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert in Karlskirche

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14,951 reviews · 1h 15m · from $40Our pick

Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on period instruments inside Vienna’s Karlskirche, with practical seating, comfort, and value tips for a 75-minute concert.

“Just an amazing experience, because we booked so early we were in the second row from the front which just added to the enjoyment. All of the musicians were brilliant but the lead violinist had such character and brought the whole thing to life. Would definitely recommend this.”

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2.Classical Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,673 reviews · 2 hours · from $17

Hear Mozart, Haydn, and Vivaldi in Vienna’s Musikverein, with a two-hour concert in the Golden Hall or intimate Brahms Hall.

“Hearing them talented musicians play great music in such a magnificent venue was waaaaay more than I paid for. I had such an amazing time. Highly recommended experience in Vienna for sure!”

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3.Classical Concert at St. Stephen’s Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,177 reviews · 1 hour - 65 minutes · from $11

Hear Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, or organ music inside Vienna’s St. Stephen’s Cathedral in a memorable one-hour concert.

“very good communication reg some changes to the show. the show was good and well organised”

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4.Mozart Concert at the Golden Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,986 reviews · from $78

Hear Mozart and Strauss in Vienna’s Golden Hall with period costumes, opera singers, and practical tips on seats, tickets, and dress.

“Very fun concert. The soprano was excellent. They mostly played Mozart’s music but the encores brought some other composers on theme.”

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5.Mozart Concert at Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,498 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49Top rated

Hear Mozart in Mirabell Palace’s Marble Hall, with live chamber music, fine acoustics, reserved seating, and a 90-minute Salzburg evening.

“amazing. One of the best things to do in Salzburg. Great musicians and great place.”

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6.Classical Concert in St. Anne’s Church (Annakirche)

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,414 reviews · 1h 10m · from $38

Hear Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, and Schubert on period instruments in Vienna’s Baroque St. Anne’s Church, with superb acoustics for $38.

“Set in such a stunning church, and the musicians were fantastic. No negatives whatsoever, exactly as described and fantastic value for money - you could pay much more here for the same thing”

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7.Classical Concert at Mozart’s First House

Hear Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, and Beethoven in Vienna’s Sala Terrena, a frescoed room near St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

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8.Mozart and Strauss Concert at Schönbrunn

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,364 reviews · from $63

Review of Vienna’s Mozart and Strauss concert at Schönbrunn, with practical advice on seating, VIP value, timing, transport, and what to expect.

“Możesz napisać tak: "It was a really nice venue, and the concert was interesting. It was also great that there was a buffet. It's a shame that recording, even just a short clip as a souvenir, wasn't allowed."”

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9.Vienna Classical Concert at St. Peter’s Church

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,039 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Hear Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, and more in Vienna’s ornate St. Peter’s Church, with practical tips on seats, timing, warmth, and value.

“Reserve your tickets online and get to the venue early. Choose section one or two. Be sure to wear (if you come in the winter) a jacket as it is quite cool during the performance.”

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10.Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,007 reviews · 30 min · from $10Best value

Hear Salzburg Cathedral’s organs at midday in a 30-minute Baroque concert, with grand acoustics, two organists, and excellent value.

“It was fantastic. Beautiful cathedral, even more beautiful music. You do have to show your QR code to the guy at the door to get your ticket to scan in the door (you can’t scan the QR code in the door scanner).”

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11.Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,424 reviews · from $93

Enjoy a three-course dinner, Salzburg views, a funicular ride, and Mozart performed in Hohensalzburg Fortress.

“We really enjoyed both parts of our evening: the meal and the concert. The atmosphere, the views, the service and the food were all amazing in the restaurant. The musicians were so talented and their selection of music was entertaining and full of emotion and energy. The setting for the concert in the golden room, the signs directing us, the hosts serving and seating us, everything was very well organized and everyone was nice and even charming.”

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12.Classical Concert in St. Anne’s Church (Annakirche)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,000 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Hear Mozart, Beethoven, or Schubert in Vienna’s ornate Annakirche, with a skilled string quartet, flexible seating, and a memorable one-hour concert.

“The quartet was wonderful and the acoustics in the church made the music come to life and we really enjoyed the experience. It was a great way to spend our last evening in beautiful Vienna!”

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13.Exclusive Evening at Schönbrunn Palace: After-Hours Audiotour, Dinner, Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 930 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $170

Review of Schönbrunn Palace after-hours tour, Austrian dinner, and Mozart and Strauss concert, with honest advice on seats, value, timing, and comfort.

“Double check date!! The reservation was scheduled incorrectly for May 2. As you can see the tickets were not used because we were not there. We do not arrive in Vienna until May 13”

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14.Schönbrunn Palace Concerts in Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 889 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Review of Schönbrunn Palace Concerts in Vienna, with Mozart, Strauss, opera singers, seating advice, VIP perks, transport tips, and honest value.

“The conductor had the ensemble on point the entire night. He was enthusiastic and seemed to genuinely love what he was doing.”

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15.Vienna Mozart Concert in Historical Costumes at the Musikverein

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 888 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83

Hear Mozart in Vienna’s Musikverein with period costumes, opera arias, and orchestra music. Compare halls, seats, dress rules, and value before booking.

“The view from our seats were terrible. The concert itself was great. I was able to enjoy the music with my eyes close”

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