


Kunsthalle Wien Museumsquartier
Open daily 10am - 7pm, Thurs 10am - 9pm
Museumsplatz 1, Vienna, 1070
The basics
Surrounded by some of Vienna’s top sites, the Museumsquartier location is the Kunsthalle’s principal attraction; a big, open exhibition space features single-artist shows and more conceptual events. The Karlsplatz Kunsthalle is a much smaller glass pavilion that hosts events and shows. Since the Museumsquartier is an included stop on many hop-on, hop-off tours of Vienna, the Kunsthalle is easy to fit into a day of exploring. Holders of the Vienna City Card get discounted admission.
Things to know before you go
*Guided tours can make the art even more accessible; check the website for a schedule. *Since admission is free for visitors 18 and under, the museum is great for travelers with kids—even if you only duck inside for a quick stop. *On Sundays, admission to the museum is “pay as you wish.”
How to get there
Located at Museumsplatz 1, the main location of the Kunsthalle is walking distance from a long list of sites. The nearby underground stations Museumsquartier and Volkstheater can be reached on the U2 and U3 subway lines. Kunsthalle Wien Karlsplatz is located at Treitlstrasse 2, close to the Karlsplatz underground station on the U1, U2, and U4 lines.
Trip ideas
When to get there
With plenty of room to spread out, the Kunsthalle Wien rarely feels crowded, so there’s no bad time to stop by. Both locations have cafes with outdoor seating and are popular destinations on sunny days. Visit one of the museum cafés for lunch or a drink to mingle with a mixed crowd of locals and visitors.
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