Fairfield Halls

The Da Vinci Code · Filming location

Fairfield Halls

In the story · Opening: Langdon's lecture in 'Paris'

The concert hall of this arts centre in south London stands in for the Paris lecture hall where Langdon gives a talk on symbols at the start of the film, just before the French police come to find him.

Where to stay nearby

Book a hotel here

Map with prices from several sites

or on Booking.com

Are you here?

Take me there

More to do here

Things to do

London: all activities on GetYourGuide

The link opens the destination's catalogue, not a tour made for the story →

GetYourGuide · affiliate link

Where to stand for the photo

The hall is only seen inside in the film: book a show to see the auditorium, or frame the front of the building from Park Lane.

Been here? Share your photo →

Getting there

  • Address: Park Lane, Croydon CR9 1DG, United Kingdom
Transport
East Croydon station, about 5 minutes on foot; about 15 minutes by train from London Victoria or London Bridge.
Access
Inside only with a ticket for an event: check the programme before you go.
Public sources (3)

Sources found on October 17, 2026.

Every place checked against public sources

Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides

We always say if it is:

  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story
Every place checked against public sources

Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides

We always say if it is:

  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story