About
Academy of Music is a world-class multi-purpose venue in Philadelphia, PA. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
8M+
Events Hosted
265M+
Guests Welcomed
101+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Multi-Purpose Venue
- Capacity
- 35,565
- Built
- 1925
- Renovated
- 1970
- Owner
- Venue Group
Location & Map
1420 Locust St
Philadelphia, PAGet DirectionsGetting Here
Subway
ACE123
Multiple lines nearby
Bus
M34M42
Frequent service
Airports
Philadelphia International13 mi
Regional Airport25 mi
Restaurants Nearby
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Hotels Nearby
The Plaza Hotel
From $650/night
Pod Times Square
From $189/night
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
From $425/night
Things to Do Nearby
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour
Cultural Tours • 2.1 mi
Broadway Show Experience
Art & Museums • 1.8 mi
Central Park Bike Tour
Outdoor Adventures • 1.4 mi
Parking Nearby
Academy of Music Official Lot
0.1 mi • $40
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $35
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $20