Symphony Center - Complex
Located within Chicago's Loop on South Michigan Avenue, the Chicago Symphony Hall is directly across from the Art Institute of Chicago. It is the home of the
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
and the
Civic Orchestra of Chicago
. It includes the Orchestra Hall, which was built in 1904, and it is where performances take place. It also has a rehearsal hall, a ballroom for events, a restaurant and a multi-story rotunda. The Chicago Symphony Hall is listed in the
National Register of Historic Places
and is now designated a National Historic Landmark. Renovations to the Symphony Hall took place in the late 1990s and focused on correcting building deteriorations and improving acoustics. Find your tickets to Chicago Symphony Hall events at StubHub.
The Chicago Symphony Hall has 2,522 seats over multiple levels. These levels include the main floor, upper and lower balconies, the gallery and the terrace around the stage.
The best seats for the Symphony Hall are in the lower balcony or boxes. These offer the best views along with superb sound. If you prefer to be just above the stage, choose the terrace seating.
Certain performances, including
Once Upon a Symphony
, are performed especially for children and families. The recommended age for children is three years and older. It is always a good idea to determine beforehand whether your event is suitable for your child's age.
There are many parking lots and garages nearby. You can purchase your parking tickets in advance
at StubHub
.
There are many dining options nearby. Some restaurants even offer discounts when you show your Chicago Symphony Hall tickets. These restaurants are all within a block or two of the Hall, and they include Goddess and the Baker, Brightwok Kitchen, Acanto and Cherry Circle Room.
Just a half a block from the hall is the Adams/Wabash L station that services the brown, green, orange, pink and purple lines. If using the red or blue lines, you can get off at Jackson Station and take a short walk to the Symphony Hall.
The Chicago Loop area is full of shops, restaurants and attractions for all ages. Just a block east, you can visit the Buckingham Fountain at Grant Park. You can do some high-end shopping along Michigan Avenue, or you can head to the lakeshore and take a stroll along Lake Michigan. Continue south and you will end up at Soldier Field and the Field Museum. You can also check out Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium in the same area.