Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz)

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Bernini, Painter and Sculptor

A KHM show at Palais Lobkowitz built around a Portrait of an Old Man newly attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bernini, with about ten international loans.

Upcoming2 Dec – 4 Apr 2027

Permanent Collections

Richard Teschner's Magic Mirror

Two rooms for Jugendstil puppeteer Richard Teschner, with his rod puppets and the legendary Figurenspiegel, a circular stage he built as a total artwork.

Permanent collection€18

The Eroica Hall

The palace's baroque festival hall, where Prince Lobkowitz hosted the first performances of Beethoven's Third Symphony, under Jacob van Schuppen's ceiling allegories of the arts.

Permanent collection€18

Nuda Veritas – The Naked Truth. Gustav Klimt and his Vienna around 1900

Klimt's life-size Nuda Veritas (1899), from Hermann Bahr's estate, shown with works by Bahr's circle, including Mahler and Alfred Roller, from Vienna around 1900.

Permanent collection€18

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State Hall of the Austrian National Library (Prunksaal)

Architecture2 min walk

Heidi Horten Collection

Heidi Horten Collection

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Jewish Museum Vienna (Jüdisches Museum Wien)

Local History2 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz) cost?

Standard adult admission to Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz) is €18. Students and seniors €16; under-19s free; KHM 7-museum annual ticket €53. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz)?

Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz) is open Temporarily closed for renovation since 17 August 2025; the official site gives no reopening date (reported for late 2026). Regular hours: daily except Tuesday 10:00-18:00, last entry 30 minutes before closing.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz)?

Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz) is located at Palais Lobkowitz, Lobkowitzplatz 2, 1010 Vienna, Austria, in the Innere Stadt area of Vienna. The nearest stations are Stephansplatz (U1, U3), Karlsplatz (U1, U2, U4) and Oper, Karlsplatz (tram 1, 2, D).

What can I see at Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz)?

Two million theatre treasures and Klimt's Nuda Veritas in the baroque palace where Beethoven's Eroica was first heard. Current highlights include Richard Teschner's Magic Mirror, The Eroica Hall and Bernini, Painter and Sculptor.

Do I need to book Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz) 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 Theatermuseum (Palais Lobkowitz)?

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.