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Recommended
It is worth listening to a concert in the cathedral. In our case, only tickets with no visibility were left, but it was still a nice experience.
Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h–1h 30min
- Price from
- $17 / person
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Rating
- 3.9 / 5 · 461 reviews
- Group
- 1–30 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Konzerte im Stephansdom
Description
Hear the great works of Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, Vivaldi or extraordinary organ music in concerts in Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral. Be swept away by the breathtaking atmosphere of the cathedral as classical music surrounds you. Find out about the different concert options by selecting a travel date. Whether you are a music aficionado or simply curious, you are sure to enjoy the breathraking atmosphere of one the world's most beautiful churches.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:30 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:59 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 8+)
- $17
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Stephen's Cathedral
St. Stephen's Cathedral ist one of world's most beautiful cathedrals. Many travelers take a quick walk-through tour, but to really appreciate the environment, attending a classical music concert is a must. Hear the great works of Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, Vivaldi & more in concerts in Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral. Be swept away by the breathtaking atmosphere of the cathedral as classical music surrounds you. Find out about the different concert options by selecting a travel date.
What's included
Included
Assigned seats within the category. We automatically assign the best available seats
Concert in the selected category. Read the descriptions carefully to find out which concert you will be listening to.
Not included
Guided tour through St. Stephen's
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.9
461 reviews
How it compares in Vienna
- No. 37 by number of reviews among 1,212 tours in Vienna
- Starting price $17 is 77% below the typical $74 for tours of similar length in Vienna
Excurgo comparison of 1,212 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Admission 30 minutes before the concert begins
- Please read the descriptions of the selected option carefully to understand the type of concert you are going to enjoy.
- We automatically assign you the best available seats within the option you chose. The earlier you book, the better your seats will be.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral take?
Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral lasts about 1h–1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral cost?
Prices start at $17 per person for this Vienna experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 42 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:30 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:59 PM.
Can I cancel Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 461 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Konzerte im Stephansdom.
Reviews(461)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Good, not great!
Good, not great. We enjoyed the historical ambiance but the Saint Peter church concert was so much better.
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Matig concert, geen zicht.
I went to a concert at St. Stephen's Cathedral. I paid €35 for a seat at the front but couldn't see a thing because of the church pillars. It was a seven-piece orchestra; the performance was mediocre, with a violinist playing out of tune. Despite there being 2,000 paying attendees, there were no amenities—the TV screens remained off, and no stage had been set up. We had to leave quickly after the concert. It wasn't worth the money; I wouldn't recommend it.
7
Average concert
The disappointment comes from sitting at the back and finding that the music was not loud enough for Vivaldis 4 season. It did not carry through this magnificent cathedral.
1 people found this helpful
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In person wow!
There are aom pieces of music that cannot be adequately appreciated without seeing them performed. This is one of those that you can't truly appreciate fully unless it is live and in person. It was a bit warm in the cathedral even in a cool evening so dress lightly but appropriately and you will be fine. Ask the usher to scan the emailed ticket after entering to find out your actual seat.
C
Bad seats
Seats were in the very back and it was very difficult to see the performers.
1 people found this helpful
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Concert in St Stephen Cathedral
Great classical concert with great seats. We were in third row. A f great way to see the outside and inside of this beautiful and historic cathedral
A
Ornate Palace
The palace was beautiful with exceptional gardens. There is too much to see in one day. Easy access from the subway
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Vivaldi 4 Seasons
The musicians were excellent but the venue was extremely hot and our view was obstructed by a pillar
J
Bad organ playing
The organists let much to be desired. While their duo rendition of Liszt's les Preludes was commendable and pleasant, the rendition of JS Bach's Prelude and Fugue in a minor (BWV 543) by one of them was terrible. The prelude contains passages with a rapid succession of notes, which he played with a very fast speed, making of them a tangle hard to listen to and the notes impossible to discern. In an attempt to demonstrate virtuosity, he played like a maniac and totally ruined the music. The fugue, which was however played with acceptable speed, was damaged by changing pitch and intensity of the voices in a wanton manner, by shifting the electronic console controls. This made unpleasant and subtracted attention from the following of subject and countersubject along the piece and turned the fugue into a collage that apparently only wanted to show how many different and varied stops the organ has. Young organists like these are totally mistaken if they think that this mode of playing of a work by Bach is acceptable, proper or enjoyable. The result was killing or at least seriously maiming a masterpiece like BWV 543. I could not force myself to applaud. If Bach himself had attended this performance, he would have run out of the church, screaming at the top of his lungs. Because of the BWV 543 fiasco, I did not stay to listen to the remaining pieces in the program. My highest expectations and my main reason to attend the concert were for BWV 543. It ended up being a big disappointment. There are several recording of this prelude and fugue on YouTube that far exceed in quality what I had to listen to at this concert. I recommend the organist to listen to them and learn how to properly play this masterpiece.
1 people found this helpful
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