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Value for money seats
- Front Stalls: The rear-row seats offer great views at a lower price.
- Rear Stalls: The middle-row seats provide excellent value with clear sightlines.
- Balcony: The middle-row seats are a budget-friendly choice with good vantage points.
Best views of the stage
- Front Stalls: Central seats in the middle rows provide the best view.
- Rear Stalls: Front-row seats are ideal for plays, offering an immersive experience.
- Balcony: Front-row seats offer an excellent vantage point.
Sections available in Royal Festival Hall
Front Stalls
- 663 seats
- Rows A-AA
- The front stalls are divided into three blocks with vertical aisles running the length of the auditorium. There are 17 rows, with up to 43 seats per row towards the back. Rows at the back might have some sight restrictions if the show features a complex set, but this is less of an issue for orchestral concerts.
- The best seats are in the central block, offering the clearest, most panoramic views. The rake starts from row B to the back, ensuring clear views from most rows. Row B should be avoided as it is at the same height as the front row, meaning heads could obstruct the stage view.
- Although the stage at the Royal Festival Hall isn’t too high, it could still pose a problem for some audience members. The front row can be a good value option compared to many other seats in this section.
- Seats towards the ends of the side blocks provide an angled view of the stage. However, this rarely obstructs the performance, making these seats a good value for money.
Rear Stalls
- 997 seats
- Rows BB-XX
- The rear stalls are divided into three blocks with vertical aisles running the length of the auditorium. This section has 20 rows, each with 51 seats. The balcony overhang starts at row DD but does not obstruct the stage view.
- The best seats are in the central block, offering the clearest, most panoramic views. Seats towards the front of this section still feel close to the action, though seats towards the rear can feel distant. The rake is good across all rows, but the rows are not offset, so heads can cause sightline issues.
- Seats in rows AA and BB might be obstructed by a safety rail for shorter audience members, but otherwise, these seats offer the closest view of the stage in this section.
- Seats towards the ends of the side blocks provide an angled view of the stage. However, this doesn’t cause many sightline problems, making these seats good value for money.
Balcony
- 616 seats
- Rows A-N
- The balcony is sectioned into 12 blocks by aisles throughout the seating, with seven sections at the front and five at the rear.
- Seats near the aisles may have restricted views due to safety rails by the stairwells, which are advisable only if discounted or in limited availability.
- The optimal seats are towards the center of row A, offering slightly more legroom and an unobstructed view of the stage. With generally tight legroom, taller patrons may prefer the rear stalls for comparable prices.
Accessible seating in Royal Festival Hall
- Front Stalls: Access to the front stalls is step-free via customer lifts located on levels 3 and 4. Seats in this area are accessed through shallow steps across the auditorium. Those with limited mobility may find fewer steps towards the front and rear of the section. Accessible toilets are available on all floors of the Royal Festival Hall.
- Rear Stalls: Similar to the front stalls, access to the rear stalls is step-free via customer lifts situated on levels 4 and 5. Wheelchair spaces are available in rows AA and X, which offer level access. Seats in this section are reached via shallow steps across the auditorium, with fewer steps towards the front and rear for patrons with limited mobility. Accessible toilets are available on all floors of the Royal Festival Hall.
- Balcony: Access to the balcony is step-free through customer lifts on levels 5 and 6. However, once inside the auditorium, there are steps to all rows in this section. Accessible toilets are provided on all floors of the Royal Festival Hall.
Frequently asked questions about Royal Festival Hall seating plan
Where are the best seats in Royal Festival Hall?
For optimal views, the best seats are typically in the central blocks of the Front Stalls, particularly in rows with higher numbers, offering clear sightlines and proximity to the stage.
Which section of Royal Festival Hall has wheelchair accessibility?
The Front and Rear Stalls sections of the Royal Festival Hall have wheelchair accessibility, with step-free access via customer lifts and designated wheelchair spaces.
Which seats in Royal Festival Hall provide value for money?
Seats in the rear rows of the Front Stalls and the front rows of the Rear Stalls provide good value for money, offering clear views without the higher prices of premium seats.