The 15 Best Classical Concerts in Vienna

1.Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert in Karlskirche

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1h 15m · from $40Our pick

Spend 75 minutes inside Vienna’s Karlskirche with Orchestra 1756, a period-instrument ensemble performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Hear Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, plus changing works by Mozart, Bach, Biber, or other major composers. Arrive early, dress warmly, and pay extra for a closer seat if possible.

“The musicians were incredible and it was wonderful to see them perform so close to us. the lead violinist was truly wonderful, with such a light but powerful touch.”

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2.Classical Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2 hours · from $17

Spend two hours at Vienna’s Musikverein, hearing Mozart and Haydn before Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Your concert takes place in the Golden Hall or Brahms Hall, with an Austrian string ensemble and soloists. Tickets start at $17, but seating and hall choice vary by date.

“Magical venue. Amazing performance. Altogether spectacular. Instructions as to where to fetch the tickets at the hall was erroneous and initially frustrating.”

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3.Mozart Concert at the Golden Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · from $78

Spend two hours with the Vienna Mozart Orchestra in Vienna’s grand Musikverein, often in the Golden Hall. Expect Mozart overtures, arias, and duets, plus Strauss favorites such as The Blue Danube and Radetzky March, performed by costumed musicians, opera singers, soloists, and a spirited conductor.

“The concert was a combination of excellent music and great fun. The orchestra and singers were excellent, and the conductor even got the audience involved. Highly recommended.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1h 10m · from $38

Meet at St. Anne’s Church, three minutes from the Vienna State Opera, for a 70-minute string concert at 8:00 PM. Musicians from renowned Viennese orchestras play complete works by Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, or Schubert on period instruments in an intimate Baroque setting.

“A wonderful concert held in one of the most beautiful, opulent churches in Vienna.”

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5.Classical Concert at Mozart’s First House

Enter the ornate Sala Terrena at Mozarthaus Vienna, just 150 meters from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, for a close-up concert by the Mozart Ensemble Vienna. Hear Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, Beethoven, and other Viennese masters in the former monastery where Mozart lived and played in 1781.

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6.Mozart and Strauss Concert at Schönbrunn

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · from $63

Spend 105 minutes with the Schönbrunn Palace Orchestra performing Mozart and Strauss, joined by a soprano and baritone. The concert is usually in the Orangerie, with selected dates in palace rooms or other Vienna halls. VIP tickets add front seating, drinks, priority entry, and a program.

“The concert was fantastic, extremely talented musicians and opera singers that kept us entertained for the whole performance. Touches of humour were brought in keeping all the family happy, my teenage children enjoyed it too.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Collect your ticket at St. Peter’s Church, then settle into an assigned pew or chair for about an hour of live classical music by the Classic Ensemble Vienna. Expect Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Beethoven, and Schubert in an ornate Baroque church. Arrive early and dress warmly in winter.

“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.”

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

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

Spend about 70 minutes hearing a professional string quartet perform Viennese composers in St. Anne’s Church. You choose your seat when doors open 45 minutes early, receive a program, and enjoy an intimate concert in a beautiful Baroque setting.

“Awesome performance. The church was small but it was perfect for the event. The musicians were excellent. Highly recommended.”

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

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

Enter Schönbrunn Palace after closing for a self-guided audio tour, eat a three-course Austrian dinner nearby, then hear Mozart and Strauss in the Orangery. Choose your concert seat carefully, since the hall is flat and the best views cost more.

“Absolutely ethereal musical experience! The opera singers and musicians were superb! Good meal and tour before the concert.”

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10.Schönbrunn Palace Concerts in Vienna

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

Spend about 90 minutes hearing Mozart and Strauss with the Schönbrunn Palace Orchestra or Ensemble, plus vocal soloists. Choose your seating category, or upgrade to VIP for priority entry, two drinks, a program, and free cloakroom service. The concert may move inside the palace.

“The classical music concert was great, and so were the opera singers. The settings was a small intimate space inside the Schönbrunn Palace. It would have been nicer if the event was staged in the Orangerie, as seen in the pictures. However the tour operator did warn that the event is subject to relocation.”

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11.Vienna Mozart Concert in Historical Costumes at the Musikverein

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

Spend about two hours at the Musikverein with 30 musicians from leading Viennese orchestras. The program blends Mozart symphonies, concertos, opera arias, and duets, with performers in period dress. Your ticket places you in either the Golden Hall or Brahms Hall, depending on availability and category.

“Really fun...great music we enjoyed every moment. Get their early for taking photos and to skip the crowd”

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12.Classical Concert at Eschenbach Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1h 20m · from $51Top rated

Spend 80 minutes with the Vienna Supreme Orchestra in Eschenbach Palace, hearing familiar works by Strauss, Mozart, and Schubert alongside opera, ballet, humor, and audience interaction. This English-hosted concert is a friendly introduction to Viennese music, with assigned seating and a central location.

“I really liked the sopran, the delightful atmosphere, the excellent orchestra, the interaction with the audience and the lovely concert hall. We also appreciated that it began at 18:30, earlier than most concerts in town.”

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13.Schönbrunn Palace Evening Tour, Dinner and Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · from $161

Start at Schönbrunn Palace for a self-guided audio tour in one of 16 languages, then walk to a nearby restaurant for roast beef, soup, and apple strudel. Finish with Mozart, Strauss, and two opera singers at the Orangery or Great Gallery. Choose Category A or VIP for better concert seating and extras.

“the meeting point as per app was a bit confusing - even after i opened google maps but eventually i found my way to the meeting point at the main entrance. i initially thought meeting point was at fountain area as per google maps. otherwise the concert was amazing! 👍”

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14.Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Spend about 75 minutes hearing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performed by Orchester 1756 inside Vienna’s Karlskirche. The Baroque church, period-style instruments, and close-up seating create a memorable evening, though winter temperatures can be very low and cheaper seats may have limited views.

“Beautiful music in a beautiful setting. The orchestra was fabulous and engaging. You can tell they love what they do!”

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15.Christmas & New Year’s Concert in St. Peter’s Church

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · from $56

Spend one hour with the Classic Ensemble Vienna in St. Peter’s Church, a Baroque landmark in central Vienna. Expect works by Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Beethoven, Haydn, and Schubert, including *Eine kleine Nachtmusik* and selections from *The Four Seasons*. Seating is first come, first served within your ticket section.

“It was a great show. The seating is first come first served in the area you bought the ticket for. My suggestion is 45 min before or more. We dressed up in dresses however it seems that it was not necessary most people came with casual clothes. It is not very cold but I feel is a cold breeze going through the church so you should wear your coat. The concert was very good and the acoustics in that church were amazing.”

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