Carving out a place of prestige in Midtown Manhattan, Carnegie Hall is one of New York’s premier concert venues. Built in 1891 by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, it signifies the high point of a performing artist’s career to step foot on the stage at Carnegie Hall.
With about 250 performances each season, there’s a good chance you’ll find something spectacular going on at Carnegie Hall when visiting New York City. From classical concerts to some of the world’s most famous pop stars, the three halls at Carnegie overflow with creative energy.
You can also take a guided tour to learn about the history and architecture of the building. During the 75-minute tour, you can stroll through Composers Alley and discover secret stories about the signed photographs lining the walls. Visit the on-site Rose Museum to browse around 400 artefacts related to the iconic music venue.
Getting There
Carnegie Hall spreads along Seventh Avenue between West 56th and West 57th in New York City. It’s easily reached by subway, bus, taxi and rideshare services and is about 27 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport.