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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
What should you keep in mind when visiting the museum?
Directions
Public
Subway: U2, U3 Volkstheater / U2 Museumsquartier
Tram: 1, 2, 71, D Burgring
Bus: 57A Burgring
HOP ON HOP OFF
Stop: Kunsthistorisches Museum (red/blue/yellow line)
Price
Free admission with the Vienna PASS and Vienna FLEXI Pass
How does admission work?
Please present your Vienna PASS or Vienna FLEXI Pass directly at the entrance. You do not need to purchase a ticket at the ticket office.
Why is it worth visiting the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna?
The Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) Vienna was built by Emperor Franz Joseph to house the imperial collections. It is one of the most important museums in the world. Exhibits from five millennia – from ancient Egypt and Greece to the late 18th century – are testament to passion for collecting of the emperors and archdukes of the Habsburg dynasty.. Unique masterpieces by Dürer, Raphael, Rembrandt, Rubens, Titian, Velázquez and Vermeer as well as the world’s largest collection of works by Bruegel will make your visit an unforgettable experience.
Vienna Kunstkammer
Throughout its long history of rule, which dates back to the Middle Ages, the Habsburg family amassed an incredible wealth of art objects, which today can be admired in an impressive display of the valuable and beautiful, the curious and the marvelous. The Kunstkammer is the world’s most significant collection of its kind.
The 2,200 exhibits illustrate the fascination of collecting through goldsmith’s work and vessels made of precious stones, bronze sculptures and ivory carvings, clocks and automata, tapestries, as well as such exotic items as fossilized shark teeth and bezoars.
Art Gallery
It is thanks to the imperial family’s appreciation of art that the Picture Gallery of the Kunsthistorisches Museum is today considered one of the most important of its kind in Europe. Visitors can admire works by world-famous artists such as Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto, as well as Rubens, Van Dyck, Van Eyck, and Dürer, with a particular focus on 17th-century painting. Other masterpieces in the collection include works by Vermeer, Rembrandt, Raphael, Caravaggio, Velázquez, and other Italian Baroque painters.
Egyptian and Oriental Collection
In the Egyptian and Oriental Collection, you’ll immerse yourself in the world of ancient Egypt: you’ll step into an Egyptian burial chamber and encounter mummies, stone sarcophagi, intricately crafted grave goods, and the famous little blue hippopotamus. The objects are surrounded by six-meter-high columns made of bundles of papyrus, which dominate the room.
Collection of Antiquities
The Collection of Antiquities at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna is one of the most important collections of ancient art in Europe. Approximately 2,500 original objects tell the story of more than 3,000 years—from the Bronze Age through ancient Greece to the Roman Empire and Late Antiquity.
Rotating Special Exhibitions
In addition to its world-famous permanent exhibitions, the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna regularly presents high-caliber special exhibitions on art, history, and culture. These exhibitions combine masterpieces from the museum’s own collection with international loans, opening up new art-historical perspectives. This makes a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum worthwhile even for guests who are already familiar with Vienna and would like to visit the museum multiple times.
Café-Restaurant
After a tour of the collections, the Kunsthistorisches Museum’s café-restaurant invites visitors to take a break in the impressive domed hall. In a historic setting overlooking Maria-Theresien-Platz, visitors can enjoy classic Viennese coffeehouse traditions, homemade pastries, light snacks, and hot dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Kunsthistorisches Museum
Is it worth visiting the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna?
Yes. The Kunsthistorisches Museum is one of Europe’s most important museums and captivates visitors with masterpieces by artists such as Bruegel, Rubens, Raphael, and Vermeer, as well as unique collections from antiquity, Egypt, and the Kunstkammer. A visit is especially worthwhile for art and history enthusiasts, families, and anyone who wants to discover one of Vienna’s most important attractions.
Is the museum suitable for children?
Yes. The Kunsthistorisches Museum has some impressive exhibits and galleries, especially for children who are interested in animals, exciting stories, and foreign cultures. The Egyptian and Oriental Collection and the Kunstkammer, in particular, feature a number of artifacts and curiosities that will also captivate children.
Is the museum included in the Vienna Pass / Flexi Pass?
Yes. Admission is included in both the Vienna PASS and the Vienna Flexi PASS. In addition, visitors benefit from fast-track entry.
What's the best time of day to arrive for admission?
It's best to go right when it opens at 10:00 a.m. or in the late afternoon. The museum is usually most crowded at noon, as well as on weekends and holidays.
Gibt es fixe Eintrittszeiten/Time Slots?
Nein. Für den regulären Museumsbesuch sind keine Time Slots erforderlich. Nur einzelne Sonderausstellungen oder Veranstaltungen können eine Reservierung verlangen.
How long does a visit take?
You should plan on spending at least 2–3 hours on the main collections. Visitors who want to see everything often spend half a day or longer at the museum.
Is there a café or restaurant in the museum?
Yes. The café-restaurant in the Kuppelhalle serves Viennese coffee specialties, pastries, snacks, and hot dishes.
January - May
June - August
September - December
Public
Metro:U2, U3 Volkstheater / U2 Museumsquartier
Tram:1, 2, 71, D Burgring
Bus: 57A Burgring
Hop On Hop Off
Bus Stop:
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Address
Maria-Theresien-Platz,
1010
Vienna
Phone:
+43 1 525240
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