Southbank Centre is one of London's most recognisable cultural complexes, set beside the River Thames and combining post-war modernist and Brutalist architecture. The site brings together several performing and visual arts venues, led by the Royal Festival Hall, a major concert auditorium with a capacity of around 2,700 visitors. Its varied spaces host concerts, festivals, dance performances, literary programmes, exhibitions and many other cultural events throughout the year.
The experience inside varies between venues, from the spacious Royal Festival Hall auditorium to more intimate performance spaces. Strong acoustics, clear sightlines and a wide range of visitor facilities make the complex suitable for many types of events, while bars, cafés, restaurants and informal areas provide convenient places to meet or relax before and after a performance.
Southbank Centre is located at Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX, London, United Kingdom. Waterloo station is approximately 200 metres away, with a short walk leading directly towards the complex and the riverside. Parking immediately beside the venue is very limited, although a drop-off point is available near Southbank Centre Square and additional car parks can be found nearby. For a broader overview of transport and getting around London, see the city information below.