About our rating systemIn addition to being a great concert venue, the Royal Albert is also one of London’s great landmarks, and you don’t need a seat to enjoy it. Conceived by Queen Victoria’s husband Albert and opened in 1871, a decade after his death from typhoid (Vicky was so distraught that she didn’t speak at the opening ceremonies). You can take a 1-hour tour. The hall contains such oddities as Britain’s longest single-weave carpet (in the corridors), the Queen’s Box (still leased to the monarchy), and a spectacular glass dome (41m/135 ft. high and supported only at its rim). Be warned: You don’t go backstage (that’s for groups only). Some 320 performances a year are presented, many with less than 24 hours’ set-up time, and a flow of sightseers would be in the way.
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Royal Albert Hall
Kensington Gore, SW7
Our Rating
Hours
Tours available most days, times vary; generally 9:30am–4:30pm
Transportation
Tube: South Kensington
Phone
0845/401-5045
Prices
Admission to lobby free, tours £12.75 adults, £10.75 seniors/students, £5.75 children under 18
Web site
Royal Albert Hall
Hours
Tours available most days, times vary; generally 9:30am–4:30pm
Transportation
Tube: South Kensington
Phone
0845/401-5045
Prices
Admission to lobby free, tours £12.75 adults, £10.75 seniors/students, £5.75 children under 18
Web site
Royal Albert Hall
Map
Kensington Gore, SW7 LondonNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
