Royal Albert Hall, London
The Royal Albert Hall is on Kensington Gore in South Kensington, opposite Kensington Gardens, and 10 to 15 minutes' walk from South Kensington tube. It holds over 5,000 people for hundreds of events a year: classical concerts and the BBC Proms, pop and rock, comedy, films with a live orchestra, ballet, and Cirque du Soleil every January, in 2027 with Kurios.
Around 5,272 seats
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Still choosing seats? There's no fixed stage here, so the best seat depends on the event. For a concert with the stage at one end, the raked Stalls facing the stage are the safest buy. For Cirque du Soleil and anything else in the round, take the Stalls or the front row of a Box, and the front of the Rausing Circle is the value seat. The back rows of the Boxes are the ones to think twice about.
Already booked? Arrive 20 to 30 minutes before, no later. Every bag is searched, and the Hall is card and contactless only.
Each area has its own page, the Arena, Stalls, Choir, Rausing Circle, Gallery and Boxes, and the seating plan puts them side by side. Then there's getting here, access and facilities, places nearby and the Hall's history.
Quick facts
- Address: Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AP
- Nearest tube: South Kensington or High Street Kensington
- Areas: Arena, Stalls, Boxes, Rausing Circle, Gallery, Choir
- Box Office: Door 12
What's On at the Royal Albert Hall
Coming up:
- Darren Criss: Live at the Royal Albert Hall, Sunday 18 October 2026, at 2pm and 7pm
- Cirque du Soleil: Kurios, 13 January to 28 February 2027
Cirque du Soleil plays here every January and February, in the round, with the Arena floor turned into the stage. The Hall has said 2027 and 2028 will be Cirque's last two January seasons. The BBC Proms take over every summer, with the Arena and Gallery used for standing.
Ticket prices
Every event sets its own prices. For Kurios in January, tickets start from around £55. Book with us and it's all-in pricing, the price you see is what you pay.
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Royal Albert Hall FAQs
How many people does the Royal Albert Hall hold?
5,272, and up to 5,900 when some areas are used for standing. In the round, when the Arena floor becomes the stage, there are fewer seats.
Is there a dress code at the Royal Albert Hall?
No, not for most events. Jeans and trainers are fine. The few events with a formal dress code say so on their own page.
Where is the Box Office?
At Door 12, on Prince Consort Road, through the gift shop. It's open 9am to 9pm every day, but closes at 5pm when there's no show in the main hall.
Can I get a refund or change my date?
Tickets for the Hall's events usually can't be exchanged or refunded once bought. If your plans might change, ring us before you book and we'll tell you the options for that event.
Can I book by phone?
Yes, on 020 7193 9050, groups included. For Cirque du Soleil in January, call early.
Is this the Albert Hall in Manchester?
No. This is the Royal Albert Hall on Kensington Gore in London. Manchester's Albert Hall is a separate venue.