from £195.45
Boston • United States
Boston Symphony Hall
Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, 02115 Open in Google Maps
Boston Symphony Hall, Boston, hosts 1 upcoming event on 29 Sep 2026, with tickets from £195.45. Balcony from £247.86, Orchestra from £272.14.
Tickets from £195.45
On sale now 1 upcoming event
Upcoming shows and schedule
Across September 2026, Boston Symphony Hall hosts 1 upcoming event. Featured headliner is Ludovico Einaudi. Tickets currently start from £195.45.
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Upcoming events at Boston Symphony Hall
How much are tickets at Boston Symphony Hall?
The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 1 upcoming date. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.
| Where you sit | Tickets from | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| Balcony | £247.86 | 1 |
| Orchestra | £272.14 | 1 |
What time do doors open at Boston Symphony Hall?
The main entrance is located on Massachusetts Avenue. Doors typically open 60 minutes prior to the scheduled performance start time. Security checks, including bag searches, are standard upon entry.
Most upcoming dates start at 20:00 (1 of 1 listed date); each event page carries its own start time.
Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.
About Boston Symphony Hall: Layout, History & Architecture
Completed in 1900, Boston Symphony Hall stands as a distinguished example of Neoclassical architecture, designed by the firm McKim, Mead & White. Its rectangular "shoebox" shape was directly inspired by the second Gewandhaus in Leipzig, Germany, a configuration celebrated for optimal sound dispersion. With a capacity of approximately 2,624 patrons, the auditorium features seating across a main floor, a first balcony, and a second balcony, all arranged for a focused concert experience. There is no standing area; all attendance is seated.
The hall's acoustics are globally recognized as among the finest, a direct result of pioneering scientific design by Wallace Clement Sabine, a Harvard physics professor who is considered the father of architectural acoustics. The space's precise dimensions, combined with construction materials like plaster, wood, and a coffered ceiling, contribute to its exceptional clarity and balanced reverberation. Sound is uniformly distributed, allowing intricate musical details to be heard throughout without excessive echo or dryness, a hallmark of its specific acoustic profile rather than relying on heavy sound reinforcement.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entering the hall typically involves an orderly flow, with various doors leading to distinct seating sections. Patrons proceed directly to their assigned seats across the multiple tiers. The atmosphere within the auditorium during a performance is generally one of focused listening, characteristic of classical music venues. Refreshments are available from foyer bars during intermissions. With 1 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £195.45. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Ludovico Einaudi on 29th September 2026.
How do I get to Boston Symphony Hall, Boston?
Boston Symphony Hall is at Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, 02115. Open in Google Maps
By train and tube
The nearest MBTA Green Line subway station is Symphony, a 2-minute walk northeast. The MBTA Orange Line's Massachusetts Avenue station is a 5-minute walk south down Massachusetts Avenue. For commuter rail and Amtrak services, Back Bay Station is approximately a 17-minute walk east, primarily via Huntington Avenue.
By bus
Several MBTA bus routes serve the immediate vicinity. The Route 1 bus stops directly outside the hall on Massachusetts Avenue. Other key routes, including 9, 39, and CT1, have stops within a 5-minute walk along Huntington Avenue and Columbus Avenue.
By car and parking
Paid parking options are available within a 10-minute radius. The Gainsborough Garage (334 Huntington Ave) is a 3-minute walk away. The Christian Science Plaza Garage (235 Huntington Ave) is approximately a 5-minute walk. The Westland Ave Garage (41 Westland Ave) is also within a 7-minute walk. Pre-booking parking spaces is advisable, especially for evening or weekend performances, due to potential congestion and demand.
Entry and security
The main entrance is located on Massachusetts Avenue. Doors typically open 60 minutes prior to the scheduled performance start time. Security checks, including bag searches, are standard upon entry. Arriving 30-45 minutes before the performance is recommended to allow ample time for ticket scanning, coat check, and locating seats before the house lights dim.