The best auditoria and venues with tiered seating in London

The former residence of prime minister William Gladstone brings all the prestige and glamour that you’d expect from such a space, as well as a choice of 10 grand spaces for hire. The Wolfson Room & Gallery can seat 125 theatre-style, making it ideal for presentations, screenings and more.

The first purpose-built West End theatre in 50 years, sohoplace provides a cutting-edge, flexible auditorium with 600 seats. Designed with modern staging, premium acoustics, and integrated AV capabilities, it's perfect for keynote presentations, symposiums, and panel discussions. Plus, you can expect backstage amenities, on-site catering, and an adaptable stage.

Located just off the Strand, the stylish Georgian home of the Royal Society of Arts is a highly versatile venue. With 11 spaces to choose from, The Durham Street Auditorium could be exactly what you're looking for. Housed within an 18th century tunnel, it seamlessly combines contemporary glamour with historic charm.

Found right in the heart of the City of London Inner Temple Hall brings a selection of opulant spaces for your next event. Our favourite, though, is the contemporary Lecture Theatre, with sprawling views over the onsite gardens, and tiered seating which can seat up to 120 guests.

This international dance venue has plenty of choice when it comes to spaces with tiered seating, with options able to cater up to 1,500 guests. The main auditorium comes with state-of-the-art sound and lighting, while retractable seating makes the Lilian Baylis Studio a versatile alternative. 

The Royal College of Music offers a world-class auditorium ideal for performances, high-profile conferences, product launches, and corporate seminars. The Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall and Britten Theatre combine state-of-the-art acoustics with elegant architecture, seating 370 and 390 respectively. It’s a prestigious setting, with professional lighting and full technical support.

Modern music-arts-restaurant hub Kings Place has been a prime mover in the regeneration of King’s Cross. Here, you'll find plenty of hi-spec function rooms for private hire, including the Hall One auditorium, with its outstanding acoustics, and the Battlebridge Room, which looks out across Regent’s Canal. 

The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park offers luxurious, high-tech event spaces tailored for corporate excellence. It might technically be a ballroom, but with theatre-style seating for up to 250 guests, advanced AV solutions, and stylish interiors, this one’s sure to impress. Award-winning hospitality, discreet service, and breakout areas seal the deal.

Located just moments from St Paul’s Cathedral, LSEG brings the latest in presentation technology and provides a contemporary and versatile backdrop. The venue houses a tiered 120-seater theatre with video-conferencing facilities, as well as a 100-person Forum Gallery & Atrium which can be set up to meet your exact specifications.

The Roehampton portfolio now includes Elm Grove, a new-build conference centre that is just a short train ride from Waterloo. It joins 18th-century Grove House and Parkstead House, and brings contemporary spaces and state-of-the-art facilities to the group. Its main Oak Suite can be divided into three, or hired as one for up to 140.

It will come as no surprise that London’s largest conference centre has several spaces with tiered-seating. The Barbican Hall can seat almost 2,000 guests, whilst the Barbican Theatre has space for more than 1,100. You'll also find a couple of smaller auditoria as well, if you're hosting something more intimate.

Versatile interiors and a handy location off Kensington High Street attract a loyal client base to Kensington Conference and Events Centre. Its regal Council Chamber can seat 174 guests, whilst for those looking for a larger space will feel right at home in the Great Hall, which can be set up to 720 theatre-style.

Just a short stroll from Old Street, art’otel is a perfect spot for the creative minds, with its striking decor, dedicated art gallery and inviting hospitality. For those looking for an auditorium in Hoxton, art’otel offers a perfect space for 60 people, complete with top-notch projection and immersive sound options.

A striking and characterful venue, the London Transport Museum is found in a prime location on the famous Covent Garden Piazza. The purpose-built Cubic Theatre is well suited to conferences and presentations, with state-of-the-art AV and a breakout areas for registration and catering.