Copley Symphony Hall Tours and Activities

Copley Symphony Hall
Copley Symphony Hall


Any symphony orchestra would be proud to make this its home venue. Experience the grandeur of the architecture perfectly suiting rich musical tones.

In downtown San Diego, visit Copley Symphony Hall, which has been attracting audiences to its concerts since 1984. It began as the Fox Theatre in 1929 until the San Diego Symphony became the new owners and made the hall its base.

The hall is located in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center, which offers a variety of events and shows. Find out what’s playing at the hall and center by visiting the website.

The hall has undergone extensive renovations, but the exquisite rococo-style detail was maintained. Today it’s equipped with state-of-the-art digital sound and lighting technology that makes attending performances outstanding experiences. Patrons in its 2,200-seat capacity are often treated to the captivating sound of the hall’s full-sized Robert Morton pneumatic pipe organ. Join a free tour once a month from October to May when the symphony orchestra is rehearsing.

The accessible symphony hall received its name from one of its benefactors, San Diegan Helen Copley, who donated $2 million and made it possible for the San Diego Symphony Association to purchase the property. Development over the years occurred around the hall, but no other building is in direct contact with the structure. This avoids vibrations that could affect concerts.

Find the hall at 7th and B streets, with plenty of parking in indoor garages or on surrounding streets. The hall is adjacent to Symphony Towers, one of the tallest buildings in the city.

Purchase a ticket to a concert and you’ll be entitled to eat for a discounted price at several nearby restaurant partnering with the hall.

If you’re visiting in summer, the San Diego Symphony also presents Bayside Summer Nights on the waterfront at Embarcadero Marina Park South. With outdoor seating for 2,000 to 3,000 people, the venue is a great place to listen to a variety of music genres while enjoying the gorgeous San Diego weather.

For an excellent concert experience during your stay in San Diego, attend a performance at Copley Symphony Hall or the symphony’s summer waterfront setting.

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