Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W)

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Temporary. Structures of Necessity

KOSMOS architects look at the temporary structures that keep cities running, from construction sites to maintenance work, and what they reveal about efficiency and adaptability.

Upcoming5 Nov – 5 Apr 2027€12

Good architecture needs good clients

BHP26 ON TOUR: the winners and nominees of Austria's 2026 Client Award, which honours projects built through close collaboration between clients and architects.

Upcoming19 Nov – 9 DecFree

Permanent Collections

Hot Questions – Cold Storage

The Az W's permanent exhibition: seven episodes from Austria's largest architecture archive, tackling burning issues from Red Vienna to post-1968 pedagogy and sustainability.

Permanent collection€12

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mumok – Museum moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig Wien

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Kunsthalle Wien

Art2 min walk

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Natural History Museum Vienna (Naturhistorisches Museum Wien)

Natural History2 min walk

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Leopold Museum

Art2 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W) cost?

Standard adult admission to Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W) is €12. Reduced €9 (students under 27, seniors 65+, others); family ticket €14; free for children under 6 and on 1 May; students free Wed 17:00–20:00.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W)?

Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W) is open Daily 10:00–18:00, Wednesdays until 20:00. 24 and 31 December: 10:00–14:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W)?

Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W) is located at Museumsplatz 1 (MuseumsQuartier), 1070 Vienna, Austria, in the Neubau area of Vienna. The nearest stations are Museumsquartier (U2) and Volkstheater (U2, U3, tram 49, bus 48A).

What can I see at Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W)?

Austria's national architecture museum in the MuseumsQuartier, tracing 20th- and 21st-century building from Red Vienna to today. Current highlights include Good architecture needs good clients, Temporary. Structures of Necessity and Hot Questions – Cold Storage.

Do I need to book Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W) in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Architekturzentrum Wien (Az W)?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.