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Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall

Concert Hall, Performing Arts Venue, and Music Venue
Civic Center, San Francisco
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    "Best seating in the orchestra -- anywhere in the orchestra."(7 Tips)
    San Francisco Symphony
    "when intermission"(10 Tips)
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    "SF Symphony store for a good selection"(2 Tips)
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    "New to classical music, or interested in the music of one favorite..."(2 Tips)
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  • Wilson F.heart icon on user image
    Excellent acoustics in lovely concert hall. Truly a joy for classical music lovers.
    Upvoted Feb 10
  • Eugene K.heart icon on user image
    Eugene KimNovember 26, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Acoustics are good everywhere. View is best from Loge (expensive) - best value seats are Center Terrace or Premier 1st Tier. They do sales pretty regularly so sign up for the e-mail list.
    Upvoted 7 hours ago
  • Joe G.
    Joe GratzApril 27, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Afterward, go to doors at either end of lobby and take the stairs. It's not fancy, but metal evacuation stairs are the fastest way out to Grove or Van Ness. (It's fully allowed.)
  • Justin C.
    Justin CSeptember 23, 2016
    The Terrace seats (behind the orchestra) exceeded my expectations. Great being able to see the conductor's work up close!
  • kumi m.
    kumi monsterMarch 8, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    Great views from various seats. I prefer the side terrace - nice and close to watch the players play!The organ concerts are worth checking out too!
  • Melissa D.
    Melissa DagdaganNovember 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    During intermission, check out the balcony on the top floor. Gorgeous view up & down Van Ness Ave at night.
  • San Francisco Symphony
    Ever wonder what those seats facing the conductor are like? Easy enough to check 'em out - they're only $15 and available for most concerts (if it's a choral work, the chorus uses the terrace).
  • Emily L.heart icon on user image
    Emily LimonOctober 25, 2009
    Been here 50+ times
    order your drinks for intermission BEFORE the concert starts, and they'll be waiting for you at a table. Then you can people watch to your heart's content.
  • Helio M.heart icon on user image
    Helio MedeirosJune 29, 2017
    E-13E-15 and E-17 are together seats. Odd numbers on the left and even numbers on the right
  • Ayseheart icon on user image
    AyseApril 1, 2018
    I really liked the oak smell in the hall, not sure if it is done on purpose or it is naturally coming from the furniture in the hall
  • Paul d.heart icon on user image
    Paul de HalléMay 27, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing production of On The Town, but avoid the house wine at all costs.
  • San Francisco Symphony
    Take a tour of the hall. Tours are offered for $5 every Monday (except holidays), every hour on the hour, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Just $3 for seniors & students. Call 415-552-8338.
  • Gerard R.heart icon on user image
    Gerard ReyesDecember 1, 2014
    Wear semi/formal/casual but breathable clothing, as it may get relatively warm inside.
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    ScottApril 14, 2022
    Fabulous venue in downtown SF near City Hall. Consistently great performances. Parking one black away. Arrive Early.
  • San Francisco Symphony
    Shop the SF Symphony store for a good selection of music, books, gifts and special items you won't find anywhere else. Plus, the complete SF Symphony Mahler cycle is available here. Now open M-F 11-4. Read more
  • Michæl B.heart icon on user image
    Michæl BrettApril 4, 2016
    Saw ET here with live soundtrack. Try catch one of there movie series. Well worth it
  • Nick C.heart icon on user image
    Nick CollinsDecember 10, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Be sure to check out the outdoor balconies on the upper floor for exceptional city scapes.
  • Abby C.heart icon on user image
    Abby CJuly 1, 2015
    Beautiful venue. Saw Fidelio here and it was very nice. Even the cheapest seats had a good view.
  • Molly H.heart icon on user image
    Molly HaydenNovember 27, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Side Terrace tix are the best (and often the cheapest!)
  • Bill D.heart icon on user image
    Bill DMarch 11, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    You can pre-order drinks (before the performance) at the 1st and 2nd tier bar so they'll be waiting at a table for you during intermission.
  • Bennett W W.
    Bennett W WongSeptember 22, 2013
    One of the best venues here in San Francisco when you're looking for a place to enjoy classical symphonic music
  • Yaron Z.
    Yaron Zakai-OrFebruary 17, 2017
    The acoustics are not on par with the best concert halls in the world. It's a shame that such a good orchestra has a mediocre hall.
  • Jessie K.
    Jessie KaiserApril 27, 2013
    Terrace seats are great for programs that don't feature soloists. Otherwise, sit in the main theater, as you won't be able to hear the solo.
  • San Francisco Symphony
    San Francisco SymphonyAugust 12, 2014
    Pre-order food & beverage online for pre-show or intermission! http://bit.ly/SquareAtDavies
  • Amanda S.heart icon on user image
    Amanda SApril 11, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Go for tickets in the second tier. They are great seats and it's a heck of a stair work out to get all the way up there.
  • Nikhil C.heart icon on user image
    Nikhil ChandranJuly 14, 2017
    Unbelievably great acoustics. Defs try to get centre seats!
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussJuly 29, 2015
    Look for parking on the street first before paying. Often there are spots in this neighborhood at night.
  • Melon L.heart icon on user image
    Melon LApril 15, 2017
    Tickets start as low as $25 for amazing performances.
  • Emily L.heart icon on user image
    Emily LimonOctober 21, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    $15 tickets in the center terrace for most concerts! Bargain!
  • San Francisco Symphony
    Davies After Hours is part performance, part after-party. After certain concerts, musicians play in a nightclub-style setting. Free to ticketholders. Read more
  • SFist
    SFistAugust 3, 2014
    Will you please, at the very least, wear a nice pair of pants, dress shoes, and a button-up shirt, for F** sake, when going to the symphony. It's bad enough we see tank tops and shorts at the Orpheum. Read more
  • Keenan P.heart icon on user image
    Keenan PattersonDecember 1, 2015
    You can have drinks waiting for you for intermission. This is amazing.
  • Young S.
    Young S.April 3, 2014
    Two cocktails and a bottle of water was 30 bucks. Go to the bars in the neighborhood before.
  • Simone D.heart icon on user image
    Simone DavalosJuly 31, 2013
    Order your drinks before the concert starts. Or, book to the bar once the lights come up at intermission.
  • Amy B.heart icon on user image
    Amy BFebruary 6, 2016
    Every seat is a great seat. Only bummer is nothing but water allowed at your seat.
  • Sam W.heart icon on user image
    Sam WellerApril 12, 2017
    Convenient seating everywhere. Acoustics are superb
  • Gunz
    GunzSeptember 29, 2014
    Be sure to order your intermission drinks at the bar before the show.
  • Andrey K.heart icon on user image
    Andrey KlenDecember 13, 2014
    Home Alone with orchestra is fantastic
  • San Francisco Symphony
    New to classical music, or interested in the music of one favorite composer? Try the Summer & the Symphony series, with programs on Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and the Russians. Read more
  • Damon G.
    Damon GrantDecember 19, 2013
    Probably the best seatingnof any "theatre" in San Francisco.
  • Kenny L.
    Kenny LiaoJune 13, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't sit on the top floor if you're afraid of heights...it may make you feel a tad dizzy/queasy.
  • San Francisco Symphony
    Get a group of friends or colleagues together and go hear a San Francisco Symphony concert. Groups of 10 or more get 20% off the single ticket price. Call 415-503-5311. Read more
  • Ting S.heart icon on user image
    Ting SNovember 3, 2015
    Beautiful hall. Home of our beloved SFS!
  • Sophyan J.heart icon on user image
    Sophyan JulioAugust 17, 2015
    Amazing acoustics
  • A C.heart icon on user image
    A CCMay 22, 2016
    Acoustics; the view outside during intermission
  • Andrew S.heart icon on user image
    Andrew SandlerJanuary 20, 2016
    Amazing venue for live music.
  • Elif
    ElifJuly 20, 2014
    PIXAR IN CONCERT is perfect!!
  • Paul L.
    Paul LancasterOctober 6, 2012
    Loge seats are fantastic! Grab a pre-symphony @ Absinthe.
  • jeannette g.
    Don't miss the Symphony Store located above the box office for CDs, DVDs and fun, quality unique music related gifts.
  • Leanne W.
    Leanne WaldalNovember 29, 2012
    the bathrooms on lower floor near Hayes/VanNess are rarely crowded
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