Wien Museum

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Farbenspiel. Mode aus vier Jahrhunderten

A cultural history of colour told through around 350 garments from the Wien Museum's fashion collection, exploring colour as a symbol of status, emotion and identity.

Now showing1 Oct – 28 Mar 2027€13

Down Syndrom: Über uns, mit uns

People with Down syndrome tell their own stories about everyday life, school and work, friendships, hobbies and dreams.

Now showing22 Oct – 24 Jan 2027Free

Franz West and Vienna

How his home city shaped Franz West, focused on his formative years from the late 1960s to the early 1980s. Opens alongside a parallel West show at the Albertina Modern.

Upcoming6 Nov – 2 May 2027€9

Permanent Collections

Gustav Klimt: Portrait of Emilie Flöge (1902)

Klimt's full-length 1902 portrait of his companion Emilie Flöge, the fashion designer, is one of the museum's most famous paintings and a highlight of the free permanent exhibition.

Permanent collectionFree

Wien. Meine Geschichte

The free permanent exhibition: Vienna's history from the first settlements to today, told chronologically across three floors, 3,300 m² and 1,700 objects.

Permanent collectionFree

Model of St. Stephen's Cathedral

A five-metre 19th-century model of St. Stephen's Cathedral, once stored in the cathedral's attic and restored for the museum's central hall.

Permanent collectionFree

Nearby

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Albertina Modern

Art2 min walk

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Haus der Musik

Children7 min walk

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Vienna Secession (Secession)

Architecture7 min walk

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Lower Belvedere

Architecture7 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Wien Museum free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Wien Museum is free. Permanent exhibition free for everyone. Special exhibitions €9 or €13 (reduced €7 or €11). Free for under-19s, and for all exhibitions on the first Sunday of each month.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Wien Museum?

Wien Museum is open Tue, Wed, Fri 9:00–18:00; Thu 9:00–21:00; Sat–Sun 10:00–18:00; closed Mondays and on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Wien Museum?

Wien Museum is located at Karlsplatz 8, 1040 Wien, Austria, in the Wieden area of Vienna. The nearest stations are Karlsplatz (U1, U2, U4) and Taubstummengasse (U1).

What can I see at Wien Museum?

Vienna's reborn city museum on Karlsplatz: free entry to the city's story, from Roman Vindobona to Klimt and a 10m Prater whale. Current highlights include Gustav Klimt: Portrait of Emilie Flöge (1902), Wien. Meine Geschichte and Franz West and Vienna.

Do I need to book Wien Museum in advance?

Wien Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Permanent exhibition free for everyone. Special exhibitions €9 or €13 (reduced €7 or €11). Free for under-19s, and for all exhibitions on the first Sunday of each month.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Wien Museum?

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.