Muziekgebouw is Amsterdam's concert hall for contemporary and newly composed music as well as related genres such as classical, jazz, electronic and global music. More than 300 concerts take place every year in the building, which is beautifully located along the IJ river in the centre of Amsterdam. The emphasis in the programming is on music from the second half of the 20th and 21st centuries. Every season, there are 25 to 30 Dutch and world premieres taking place at the hall. The Muziekgebouw thus occupies a unique position nationally and internationally.
The Grote Zaal (Main Hall, 725 seats) has unprecedented good acoustics: clear, warm and exceptionally transparent. The ceiling is movable, allowing acoustic properties such as reverberation time to be optimally adjusted for each concert. The hall is also considered one of the quietest in the world; music is therefore played under almost ideal conditions.
Muziekgebouw is a 15-minute walk or one tram stop from Amsterdam Central Station. Underground parking is available beneath the venue, with direct access by lift or stairs.
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with dedicated spaces for wheelchair users and companions. To book a wheelchair space, contact the ticket office on +31 20 788 2000 or at kassa@muziekgebouw.nl
The venue has its own restaurant, Dudok aan ’t IJ, open Wednesday–Sunday, 12:00–23:00. The restaurant is located within the venue, making it a convenient option for visitors attending a concert or event.
Advance booking is available for meals or drinks before or after performances.
No specific dress code. It's more casual than the opera.