The Berliner Philharmonie is one of the world’s most renowned concert halls and the home of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Located in the Kulturforum near Potsdamer Platz, it is celebrated for its innovative architecture, exceptional acoustics, and rich musical heritage.

Overview

• Address: Herbert-von-Karajan-Straße 1, 10785 Berlin

• Architect: Hans Scharoun

• Opened: 1963

• Main Halls:

  • Großer Saal (Grand Hall): 2,440 seats

  • Kammermusiksaal (Chamber Music Hall): 1,180 seats

• Design: Features a central stage surrounded by terraced seating in a vineyard-style arrangement, pioneering a design that has influenced concert halls worldwide .

🎟️ Tickets & Pricing

• Purchase Options:

  • Online: look at their Concert Calendar

  • Phone: +49 30 254 88-999

  • Email: tickets@berliner-philharmoniker.de

  • Box Office:

    • Mon–Fri: 15:00–18:00

    • Sat & Sun: 11:00–14:00

    • Evening Box Office: Opens one hour before the concert

• Service Fee: €3 per ticket for online and phone purchases

• Discounts:

  • Under 30 (U30) Tickets: €15 for eligible concerts; ID required

  • Berlinpass Holders: €3 tickets at the box office, subject to availability .

Getting There

• U-Bahn: U2 to Potsdamer Platz or Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park

• S-Bahn: S1, S2, S25, S26 to Potsdamer Platz

• Bus: Lines M48, M85, 200, 300, M29, M41

• Parking:

  • Limited paid parking available on-site (€3.30/hour, €25/day)

  • Additional parking at nearby Sony Center and Potsdamer Platz Arkaden.

Visitor Information

• Admission: Doors open one hour before the concert; auditorium opens 30 minutes prior

• Cloakroom: Free of charge; large bags must be checked in

• Dress Code: Casual to formal attire; no strict dress code

• Photography: Permitted before/after concerts and during intermissions for private use

• Catering: Drinks and snacks available before concerts and during intermissions; pre-orders possible via Gerresheim GmbH or +49 (30) 265 15 24 .

Shop & Guided Tours

• Philharmonie Shop: Offers CDs, DVDs, books, and exclusive merchandise

• Guided Tours: Available for individuals and groups; explore the architecture and history of the Philharmonie .