🎼 Guided tour of the “Lielais dzintars” concert hall in Liepāja
Guided tour of the “Lielais dzintars” concert hall In Liepāja, you have the chance to explore one of Latvia’s most remarkable examples of contemporary architecture, gain an insight into the day-to-day running of the concert hall and discover areas that usually remain hidden from concert-goers.
With its unusual amber-coloured architecture, the concert hall has become one of Liepāja’s symbols. Accompanied by a guide, visitors will learn about the history of the building’s construction, the concert and art spaces, as well as Liepāja’s rich musical traditions.
The tour is suitable for school groups, families, tourist groups and anyone interested in music, art and architecture.
🎒 OFFER for school trips
A tour of the “Lielais dzintars” Concert Hall is an educational cultural experience that allows pupils to discover how the concert hall operates, the world of music and contemporary architecture.
During the tour, pupils will learn how the concert hall operates, what professions are associated with the music and concert industry, and how Liepāja’s musical traditions continue to this day.
🔎 What will pupils see and learn?
- The concert hall – one of the most significant concert venues in Latvia.
- Concert and art spaces – places where music professionals and budding artists work on a daily basis.
- The concert hall’s architecture – its unusual shape, amber-coloured façade and the story behind the building’s creation.
- The stage – the chance to take a look at the concert environment and, depending on availability, step onto the stage.
- Panoramic views from the 7th floor – the chance to see Liepāja from an unusual vantage point.
- Liepāja’s musical history – interesting facts about the city’s musical traditions and the concert hall’s artistic programme.
The tour broadens pupils’ understanding of music, culture and architecture, whilst also introducing them to the various professions required for the concert hall to operate.
⏱️ Duration of the tour
Approximately 1 hour. The tour is led by a guide and includes a visit to several areas of the concert hall.
💶 Tour prices for schoolchildren and groups
Public tour:
- Pupils and students – €3 per person.
- Adults – €4 per person.
- Children under 7 years of age – free of charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Private guided tour for a group:
- Groups of 1 to 8 people – €25 in Latvian.
- Groups of 1 to 8 people – €30 in English, German or Russian.
- For each additional participant – an extra charge in accordance with the public tour price list (€3–4 per person).
📌 For school classes: if there are more than 8 participants on the tour, the total group fee is calculated by adding the participation fee for each additional person. For larger classes, it is advisable to agree the tour itinerary and prices with the concert hall in advance.
📞 Booking a tour
Individual tours can be booked during the concert hall’s opening hours. It is advisable to book a tour at least 3 days in advance.
Tours are available in Latvian, English, German and Russian.
📞 Telephone: +371 63424555
✉️ Email: info@lielaisdzintars.lv
👨👩👧👦 Guided tours for families and individual visitors
The “Lielais dzintars” are also suitable for families with children and individual visitors who wish to explore Liepāja’s cultural life and see the impressive concert hall building from the inside.
Public guided tours take place every Sunday (and on Saturdays in summer) at 11.00 in Latvian.
During the tour, the guide introduces visitors to the concert hall’s architecture, history and day-to-day operations, as well as showing them the concert and art spaces.
Tickets can be purchased in advance via the concert hall’s ticketing channels.
🎟️ Tour information and current ticket prices.
🏛️ Why visit “Lielais dzintars”?
The “Lielais dzintars” concert hall is not only a venue for concerts but also a significant cultural and architectural attraction in Liepāja.
The building’s unique architecture, spacious concert halls and the chance to view Liepāja from the seventh floor make the tour interesting even for those who do not usually attend classical music concerts.
The tour can be included in a one-day school ride to Liepāja, combining a visit to the concert hall with other cultural, historical or natural attractions in the city.
Photo from the archives of the ‘Lielais Dzintars’ concert hall.