The 15 best museums in Vienna

The Hundertwasser House is more than just a museum—it is an architectural work of art. The colorful facades, slanted lines, and organic shapes reflect the unique signature style of artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. An absolute must for photography fans and architecture lovers.

• Opening hours: daily 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Untere Weissgerberstrasse 13, 1030 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €16, children €7
• Website:kunsthauswien.com

The Kunsthistorisches Museum was built by Emperor Franz Joseph for the imperial collections and is one of the most important museums in the world. It houses masterpieces by Dürer, Raphael, Rubens, Rembrandt, Titian, Velázquez, Vermeer, and the world's largest Bruegel collection. The Vienna Chamber of Art and the Collection of Antiquities are particularly worth seeing.

• Opening hours: Tuesday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Thursday until 9:00 p.m. (closed on Mondays; June–August daily 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.)
• Location: Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €21, children: free
• Website: https://www.khm.at/

The Albertina is one of Vienna's most important art museums, combining imperial flair with modern art. The classicist palace houses world-famous works by Dürer, Michelangelo, Monet, Picasso, Klimt, Schiele, Warhol, and many others. Particularly well-known is the Batliner Collection, one of the most important European collections of classical modern art. In addition to masterpieces from Monet to Picasso, the museum impresses with 20 magnificent Habsburg state rooms.

• Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Wednesday & Friday 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Albertinaplatz 1, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €19.90, children: free
• Website: https://www.albertina.at/

The Upper Belvedere is one of Europe's most beautiful Baroque buildings and one of Vienna's most important museums. Originally built as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy, it now houses an impressive art collection spanning from the Middle Ages to the present day. Particularly well-known is the exhibition Vienna 1880–1914, which features the world's largest collection of works by Gustav Klimt, including the famous painting “The Kiss.” Works by Schiele, Monet, Renoir, and van Gogh are also on display here.

• Opening hours: daily 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Prinz Eugen-Straße 27, 1030 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €19.50, children: free
• Website: https://www.belvedere.at/

At 252 m high, the Danube Tower is Austria's tallest building and one of Vienna's landmarks. Visitors enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the city and, on a clear day, as far as Rax mountain, Schneeberg mountain, and even Bratislava. Two express lifts take guests to the top in just 35 seconds, where they can visit the revolving Tower Café (160 m) or the Tower Restaurant (170 m, reservations required). The tower also offers Europe's highest slide, which glides from a height of 165 m to the viewing platform in 7–9 seconds.

• Opening hours: daily 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. (last lift ride 45 minutes before closing)
• Location: Donauturmplatz 1, 1220 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €18, children €10.80
• Website:https://www.donauturm.at/

FOTO ARSENAL WIEN is Austria's new center for photography and lens-based media. Initiated by the City of Vienna, the institution is dedicated to contemporary photography in all its forms—from analog to digital expressions. Up to twelve exhibitions are shown annually in a space covering around 1,000 m², bringing together young talent, undiscovered positions, and international artists. The center also offers workshops, seminars, and its own darkroom.

• Opening hours: Tuesday–Sunday 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (closed Mondays)
• Location: Arsenal Objekt 19A, 1030 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €10, children & teens: free
• Website: https://www.fotoarsenalwien.at/

The Heidi Horten Collection is a modern museum in the heart of Vienna, not far from the Vienna State Opera, and displays an internationally significant collection of modern and contemporary art. The collection includes works by Picasso, Chagall, Yves Klein, Matisse, Klee, Miró, Bacon, Freud, Baselitz, and many other artists. The collection is complemented by a sculpture garden and insights into the life and work of the collector Heidi Goëss-Horten. The museum is located in a former archducal chancellery building, which has been converted to meet the latest museum standards.

• Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Thursday 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Hanuschgasse 3, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €16, children: free
• Website: https://hortencollection.com/

The MAK displays design, crafts, and architecture from the Middle Ages to the present day. It is particularly exciting for lovers of modern design, the Wiener Werkstätte, and Gustav Klimt. The museum also offers changing exhibitions on art, design, and contemporary architecture

• Opening hours: Tue–Sun 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Tue 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Stubenring 5, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €15.50, children free
• Website: https://www.mak.at/

The mumok is Vienna's leading museum for modern and contemporary art, with a focus on the 20th and 21st centuries. The collection ranges from classical modernism, cubism, and surrealism to pop art, Fluxus, and Viennese Actionism. Particularly exciting for fans of Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, or Roy Lichtenstein.

• Opening hours: Tue–Sun 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Vienna
• Admission: Adults €15, under 19 free
• Website: mumok.at

The Natural History Museum is one of the most important natural science museums in the world. In 40 exhibition halls, you can experience 4.6 billion years of Earth's history—from dinosaur skeletons and sparkling gemstones to the world-famous Venus of Willendorf. It is particularly exciting for families and children who want to discover nature in an interactive way.

• Opening hours: Wed 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Mon, Thu–Sun 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., closed on Tuesdays
• Location: Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €18, children free
• Website: https://www.nhm.at/

Just a few minutes away from Schönbrunn Palace, the Technical Museum delights visitors with interactive exhibitions on science, industry, and innovation. Whether it's historic locomotives, robots, or hands-on experiments, technology is brought to life and explained in an understandable way here. A highlight for families with children and anyone who is curious about the future.

• Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (closed on January 1, May 1, December 25 & 31)
• Location: Mariahilfer Straße 212, 1140 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €18, children free
• Website: https://www.technischesmuseum.at/ 
   

Since 2001, WestLicht has been one of the most exciting venues for photography in Vienna. The museum hosts changing exhibitions featuring works by world-renowned photographers such as Vivian Maier, Bruce Davidson, and Nobuyoshi Araki. The museum is complemented by a unique camera museum, a cozy café, and a bookshop – perfect for anyone who loves photographic art.

• Opening hours: Tue–Wed 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Thu 2:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Fri–Sun 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., closed on Mon
• Location: Westbahnstraße 40, 1070 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €12, children €5
• Website: https://www.westlicht.com/

The Imperial Treasury in the Hofburg Palace is one of the most important collections in Europe. Here you can marvel at the Austrian imperial crown, the imperial crown of the Holy Roman Empire, and the legendary “Holy Grail.” The jewelry of Empress Elisabeth and the largest cut emerald in the world are also among the highlights. An absolute must for history buffs and lovers of imperial splendor.

• Opening hours: Wed–Mon 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., closed on Tuesdays
• Location: Hofburg, Schweizerhof, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €16, children free
• Website: https://www.kaiserliche-schatzkammer.at/

At the Sisi Museum, you can discover the fascinating life of the legendary Empress Elisabeth up close. Over 300 personal items—from dresses and poems to beauty recipes—tell the story of one of Europe's most famous women. Together with the magnificent Imperial Apartments, the museum offers an impressive insight into the world of the Habsburgs.

• Opening hours: daily 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
• Location: Hofburg, Michaelerkuppel, 1010 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €24, children €16
• Website: https://www.sisimuseum-hofburg.at/

The Leopold Museum houses the world's largest collection of works by Egon Schiele and provides a unique overview of Austrian art in the early 20th century. In addition to Schiele, the museum focuses on Gustav Klimt and the Wiener Werkstätte, complemented by exciting special exhibitions. A must-see for lovers of Viennese Modernism.

• Opening hours: June–August: Mon–Sun 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., September–May: Mon, Wed–Sun 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., closed on Tuesdays
• Location: MuseumsQuartier, Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Vienna
• Prices: Adults €17, children €2.50
• Website:https://www.leopoldmuseum.org/

With the Vienna City Card, you can enjoy discounts at many museums and use public transport in Vienna without limits – making your cultural experience both relaxed and affordable. From classical masterpieces to modern art and interactive exhibits, Vienna’s best museums offer something unforgettable for every visitor.