The concert hall was named after Vatroslav Lisinski, one of the greatest Croatian composers who composed the first Croatian opera "Love and Evil" in the 19th century. The Zagreb City Council adopted a decision to build a concert hall in 1957. The building, designed by architect Marijan Haberle, was officially opened in 1973. An impressively long list of world-class soloists and ensembles who have since performed in the concert hall and made Lisinski a cultural center for Zagreb and Croatia. , includes some of the biggest names in classical music, as well as leading artists of popular and jazz music. The Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall has been synonymous with the best musical performances for many years. The Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall is not just a home of fine music; its multifunctional concert and conference halls make Lisinski an ideal place for organizing business meetings, professional conferences and theater events. Perfectly located place of impressive design and elegant ambience offers several congress and concert halls, a view of the old town just a few minutes walk, good accessibility, professional conference services and a special, luxurious atmosphere in a building known for its unique lights, dozens of large crystal hanging lights which are protected as a cultural entity and popularly known as "dandelion". The concert hall is full of works of art and has a long history of hosting many famous musicians, artists, scientists, politicians and ambassadors.

See more about Zagreb

№8 of 64 places in Zagreb
№60 of 2178 places in Croatia
№1 of 1 concert halls in Zagreb
№1 of 2 concert halls in Croatia