I live this area to walk around. Its so beautiful around the symphony. Those old and modern building look great together. The best place to see Boston as it is. This is a must visit place for tourists

Boston Symphony is a very old and nice place to just visit. The architecture is adorable. I felt like I am in a museum with these amazing statues all around the salon. The waiting salons have old pictures of the pianists, which are very nostalgic. It is nice to see while drinking the wine. I really enjoyed listening Tchaikovsky violin concerto in this fascinating salon.

Amazing historical symphony Hall to view the spectacular Boston Pops Orchestra! My family was welcomed by the friendly and helpful staff. The hall is museum-like with plaques filled with facts about the hall as well as a collection of antique instruments. The Bugs Bunny at the Symphony was an unforgettable experience for my children and definitely a worthy experience as a Christmas gift for them. We traveled from Asheville, NC and were not disappointed!

This is a great venue with a lot of history. The acoustics are great, and lines for the bathrooms and concessions arent as bad as you might fear at intermission.Drink and snack prices are as ridiculous aa you would expect.There is a nearby parking garage over the nearby Whole Foods. Street parking isnt generally available.

What a magnificent building, incredible orchestra and all-around sensation. Acoustics are superb, the combination of marble and wood provides a warm yet define sound across the frequency spectrum. The repertoire is carefully selected, even if you notice a strong bent on the nineteenth century masters.Excellent view from every seat.Recommended every time you are in Boston.

One of the best concert halls in the world. With its shoebox shape, simple accents, and focus on sound, it makes for a remarkable experience. Of the symphony’s I’ve been to, a very close second to Berlins finest. Absolutely worth going if you are in the city, and highly recommended for a visit from anyone who loves classical music.

There are a variety of wonderful performances here. The staff are friendly and helpful. Its no small feat to create a formal atmosphere but to remain inviting. The hall has fantastic acoustics and gorgeous architecture. I love this place!

Seeing the Boston Pops play their holiday concert is one of our favorite holiday traditions! The new piece on the Polar Express was incredible.

This was just a thrill to get a backstage tour of this hall. Amazing acoustics snd history.

Good place to visit. Nice service. Not sure why one would eat dinner during opera perfomance. Apparently this place makes a good money from it.

Great acoustics in the main stage and if you avoid the top price range, the ticket cost is reasonable. The side balcony seats have an OK view, but you need to lean forward over the edge if you want to see the whole stage. We went to one of the Boston Pops Orchestra concerts and a couple of odd things happened. The stalls were full of people eating and drinking. Unfortunately upstairs, the bar staff were happy to put drinks in plastic cups to be taken into the theatre - but the somewhat grumpy ushers would not let you take any food or drink in. And the pieces played did not quite match what was in the programme. But overall it was fun.

Such a beautiful place. My family and I had a wonderful time

Nice place and impressive music. I visit here every week.

Absolutely gorgeous symphony Hall, definitely recommend seating from the first or second balcony for the breathe taking view of not only your entertainment but of the artwork that surrounds you. Bar in the lobby, for those with the need of a quick drink before, or after, your event. Right off the highway with multiple garages nearby. You are in for a good time if you got a ticket here.

Great old concert hall in Boston. The acoustics are amazing and there is not a bad seat in the house. I have been to a few shows here and always enjoyed the atmosphere. Everybody is friendly and the concerts are always amazing! Highly recommend!

Seating for Pops concerts is VERY crowded, but show was SPECTACULAR! They definitely have fun and put you in the Christmas spirit. Their version of The 12 Days of Christmas is both funny and amazing. Great for a family event. Food served at tables is of generous portions.

Beautiful building and a great venue for live performances. We were here specifically for the Christmas show by Boston Pops, which was such a joy to watch, especially when they played the Leroy Anderson classic, Sleigh Ride. As they played a medley of popular Christmas songs toward the end of the show, a large projector displayed the lyrics so the audience can sing along. The show was definitely a great way to start the holiday festivities!

This concert hall has amazing acoustics. Also nicely set up so it doesnt feel too crowded either in the corridors, or in the seating. More toilet facilities would be nice, however!

Historic, simplistic beauty. It was quite an experience being my first visit and all. But I loved the simple glamour and that the stage really was the highlight.

Beautiful symphony hall with great acoustics. Right in the city and easily accessed by public transportation. Too bad they seem to love single use plastics and other disposables with their F&B. Since its clearly a profit center they should be a little more responsible to the rest of the population on this planet.

Nice concert hall, I have been here for a number of shows. I would say the easiest parking is the garage by whole foods. They do a great job decorating for the holidays. This is the home of the Boston Pops. The balcony seats are great seats with a great view. The acoustics are great in the hall. Would reccomend seeing a show here if you have an opportunity.

Absolutely exceptional experience. I attended the opening night of the Symphony 2016-17 season. The hall is a gorgeous building inside and out. The staff were exemplary. The cocktail food and drink before the show were all amazing. The Symphony Orchestra, under the Andris Nelsons, and featuring Lang Lang, was perfect and performed an emotional and technically astounding all-russian program. The seating in the hall is very comfortable, and all corners of the hall seemed acceptable for viewing. I whole heartedly recommend your attendance if youre able to fit it into your time in Boston.

I love symphony hall. The music, dressing gorgeous, feeling totally uplifted like only music can do to you...Symphony is beautiful inside with its delicious fabrics and rich colors..

Lovely concert. Sounded great with an excellent cello solo. Symphony Hall is comfortable and enjoyable as well

Beautiful venue, with helpful staff and well-maintained facilities. The bathrooms were clean even on a very busy event night. Easy access by public transit but there is also convenient parking across the street in the Christian Science Plaza garage. Have been here to see a reading, a stand-up show, and the Boston Pops and all were great experiences! Good sound and views, even from seats further back.

My Biological Sister and I had never met in person. She lives in Indiana and I live here in Massachusetts. She purchased tickets and her husband gifted her the trip for them to come meet the brother she knew she had but had never met. The Boston Symphony was part of this wonderful reunion. I never knew she existed and here I am sharing our story.Im sure everyone has a reason to see the Symphony. My reason is truly a blessing. We witnessed a wonderful show. So grateful. We will definitely come back. Life is always full of surprises.

Symphony Hall was everything I had hoped. I watched Evening at Pops for years and finally experienced a Pops concert in person. The seating feels more intimate than Im used to in Chicago, and the sound has a very warm but clear and vibrant quality. Really the only problems I had were with the fact that people kept walking in to find their seats *during* the songs, and this was extremely distracting since Im not used to a hall that allows that. Otherwise, this was essentially a dream come true. I cant wait to come back for another concert as soon as possible!

World class orchestra and music making in shoebox style concert hall. Perhaps medium-sized venue for classical music, if you consider some of the more recently built halls. SH is not to be missed by those who really love classical music - either orchestral or chamber music programs. The left and right balcony seating takes getting used to because you have to turn your head to watch the musicians.

Casual Fridays are great! Nice refreshments after the function are always welcome.

This was an absolutely amazing experience. A couple of co-workers and I were in town for work and thought this would be a great experience so we got tickets for what turned out to be opening night for their holiday season. They played everything from the classic sing along Christmas carols that we all know to more classic songs like Tchaikovsky. If you have a height issue you might not want the second balcony but other than that this place was absolutely amazing. The building was amazing, the music was amazing, everything was amazing. I cannot recommend this highly enough if you happen to be in the area for Christmas.

Beautiful place. Had a wonderful time and the audience were some of the best Ive seen compared to other shows. So much so, the cellist came back for an encore.

This hall is beautifully decorated and comfortable. The Boston Pops is fabulous so even a tent with standing room only would be just fine to see such excellent musicians. The food served is bland and a bit pricey but the service is excellent and the staff are very friendly and very helpful. They do an excellent job of making everyone feel important. I will definitely visit often.

Staff are friendly and venue is quite nice. Id recommend bringing a sweater since it might be a bit cold and the seats can be a bit uncomfortable. Otherwise its worth the experience to hear such talented musicians

Fantastic show and Hall. Lovely space for of history and excellent acoustics. We saw the holiday pops and it was an excellent show, engaging, and fun. Table service had some minor issues with getting the right order, but not a deal breaker.

What an incredible and amazing experience! Recommended for all! It made it truly feel like Christmas! Thank you Boston Pops ️

The holiday pops is an annual tradition for our family. Its always a treat. Maestro Lockhart and the Pops always seem to have a lot of fun with the program, as does the audience. This should be on your Boston bucket list.

Home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops, Symphony Hall is a storied facility. It has hosted (and continues to host) the most notable musicians and lecturers on the world, both established and ascending. The acoustics are superb and the sightlines clear. The staff are friendly and helpful and the audience is respectful of both the performers and the hall. There are flashier, and more modern orchestra halls with seats that are more comfortable, but none are better.

Yes! Excellent! I love the symphony hall so much I wish I could go more often because the music there is like spun gold.

The Boston Pops are amazing! Brought my 12 year old son and we had a blast. Great memory.

Absolutely incredible experience! For those of you under 40 years of age, be sure to take advantage of the “$25 under 40” discounted ticket prices so that you can enjoy a show at a more affordable rate!

We thoroughly enjoyed a performance of Joshua Bell and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. Not a bad seat in the house and the acoustics are terrific.

It was an amazing experience. Went here to watch the Holiday Pops and the acoustics were great. Sat in the back of the theater and the sounds was still awesome !

Beautiful Concert hall! One of the best in the world. Its sonically superior and the Boston Pops cant be beat!

We experienced the Boston Pops. They were fun and entertaining. Very talented musicians. Symphony Hall was not what I expected. Main floor seating at the table-lets was uncomfortable and extremely crowded. The food was terrible. Wouldnt order another bite of it. Drinks are fine, but eat before you arrive.

Beautiful hall. but poor legroom and seats dont accommodate obese people. I was squished to avoid leg to leg contact and it wasnt a good experience. Staff are friendly and very helpful.

Good acoustics. Efficient entrance and exit. However, I removed one star since the side seats should have been rotated by 45 degrees so that people sitting on the side seats could more easily see the stage without getting neck pains. Makes no sense not to have done this...

Boston Pops Christmas show... fantastic music, eapecially the Polar Express and the 12 Days of Chriatmas.

Absolutely fantastic! Amazing time! If youre under 40 years old you may be able to get tickets for only $25, check online to see if the promo applys to the concert you wish to see.

What a treasure. Shame there werent more young people there.

My wife and I had the good fortune to be able to take a private tour of the symphony thanks to a very good friend. Even if you are not a fan of the symphony, you will be blown away by the beauty and history inside this building!

The magnificent sound!

Took the grandkids to the Handel & Haydn Society performance of Messiah for the first time. Always great.

Although the hall looks old the accoustics were great and the music was fantastic.

Boston Symphony Hall has amazing acoustics. Comfortable seating and a good view from every seat in the house. The staff is knowledgeable and accommodating. I have never had a bad experience.

A little over a hundred years old. One of the first concert halls to be built utilizing scientific principals regarding sound in an enclosed environment. Result: among the five greatest acoustic venues in the world. Combined with the Boston Symphony/Boston Pops Essentually the same orchestra and one of the worlds finest- On their worst day, the experience can take your breath away.

Everyone should experience this at least once in their lifetime! Great atmosphere and music! The orchestra is breath taking, as well as the soloist performances...

Magical place for music. It must be pretty cool working maintenance here. So many nooks and crannies and secret rooms. Beautiful Hall. I love it.

Attended the Final Fantasy Distant Worlds show. Music was absolutely beautiful, of course, but to enjoy it in such a gorgeous venue really heightened the experience. Bag check and finding seats was easy and pleasant thanks to great employees.

Medium sized venue that doesnt feel crowded. We went for Distant Worlds. Acoustics sound excellent. Second floor bar is nice but you cant take drinks into the Performance Hall. Staff was a bit pushy.

Absolutely beautiful venue , wonderful acoustics, great concert

This place was so much fun. I attended the Gospel night featuring Dottie Peoples who had everyone clapping and singing. I was happy to be seated on the floor not in the balcony area, which I found very spacious and more relaxing than the balcony. I totally enjoyed the songs that were done with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, it made such a difference to the song and listening experience. This is my second visit.

We enjoyed the performance we attended of the Boston symphony Orchestra. The performance, and sound were superb.This is one of the top placard in the world to hear beautiful music. Go.

Great experience. The pops where amazing.

Caught the Pops Christmas concert here. Beautiful building, great acoustics, ok chairs. Nice show as well, of course.

Awesome place. Nice to Perform in . Kind people. Good supplies

Incredible sound inside this gorgeous music hall!

Had a great time watching the Boston Pops.

The Hall itself is impressive although the flat floor seats make sightlines almost impossible. The Cohen Hall entertainment space dearly needs refreshing. Dark and uninviting.

Had the pleasure of enjoying a concert with John Williams conducting... fantastic!! Historic venue that has been well maintained and beautiful. Service was excellent.

If you like classical music, then youll love this place. Take a chance on it even if youre not already a fan. Its great fun.

Boston pop is an amazing orchestra! Would highly recommend during holidays.

I love attending the Boston Pops Christmas event, each year. It is always an exciting time and the singers and musicians are phenomenal.

That was amazingAnd the staff friendly

Acoustics were amazing. Orchestra was awesome. The POPS are a must see.

Second year in a row for the Holiday Pops show. Its a great show, tons of fun, with Santa & sing-a-long in the 2nd half. The only downside, is it is so cold in the auditorium. I had to keep my winter coat on to feel comfortable. Many people around us were commenting on the draft as well. I also remember it being very cold the year before as well. Bring an extra sweater or wear layers!

The concert hall acoustics lived up to its reputation. Nonetheless, there was an annoying sound of microphone interference persisting throughout the concert.

Have been here a lot of times now. BSO is one of the best.Look for 20under40 deals if you are below 40 yrs old. You only pay 20 dollars

I havent been in BSO since I was a child. I went with friends that I have known since middle school (in the late 60s) to attend the Gospel Night. It was awesome. The music, the guest singer, the choir, the orchestra and the atmosphere was phenomenal. Had a wonderful time. Will definitely do this again.

It was an amazing experience there.

Great place for city events a d beautiful music.

Comfortable seating even for my 6ft 6inch frame, accousticly excellent, small enough to make everyone feel close to the orchestra but large enough for a sense of occasion and to attract world class performers.

This is not the prettiest Symphony Hall you will ever see, but it does have great acoustics. We sat in a regular chair in the way back of the room on first floor and view of stage was still good. The way the room is set up, its easy to get out quickly (so no need to line up near the door two mins before show ends). Show we saw was great!

Wonderful place to listen to classical music. Beautiful architecture.

An amazing place!

Great venue! Very nice preformance

Music is lifes blood enriches the soul. Culture is beautiful, try some.

I had a wonderful experience. I plan on going back there

This hall is amazing. It is built perfect for orchestras and other music pieces. The have a couple of bars with snacks and free coat check. The also have a little shop for finger food during intermissions. I will always come back to enjoy the musical pieces conducted by Andrew Nelson.

Always one of my favorite places to visit!

Great venue with outstanding acoustics to hear the Boston Symphony...highly recommended!

Classic venue...not overly large which adds to the acoustics...not a bad seat REALLY either...classy but also fun for the Pops shows...Holiday spectacular is awesome!

As a graduation venue, this is a stunning setting. its incredibly beautiful, and there is plenty of seating. However, since I was there for a graduation, the halls were extremely crowded at the end and a few (not all!) of the staff members seems unequipped to deal with it. They did not seem able to efficiently communicate with the crowd when the venue was closing or where picking up families and graduates was allowed.

Always a great experience. The hall and orchestra are magnificent!

I first went to the Pops about 54 years ago. Always a good show. This one was all moon related in honor of the role of MIT in the moon landing. You have to sit at a table to get the full experience. They have dropped what I used to order 50 year ago off the menu. It was a pitcher of sangria and it would last the whole show.

Saw John Williams conduct his classics! Including Star Wars. Epic night. Highly recommend.

Even the balcony seats are good!

Beautiful venue and a world class orchestra, definitely a must see!

We go every year for the Boston Pops Christmas Concert and I find myself just staring at the beauty of this venue. Its breathtaking.

Wonderful performance of the Boston Pops Orchestra. Super fun and entertaining.

Beautiful architecture and pristine acoustics. World class orchestra in an amazing concert hall. I’ve attended several concerts and have never been disappointed. Perhaps my favorite orchestra and concert hall in the east coast.