Albertina Museum Vienna
Visit Albertina's palace, Vienna's grand art museum. See Picasso, Kiefer, Michelangelo, and more. Explore Habsburg State Rooms, and find museum tickets and tours to discover Vienna's royal palace.
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The ALBERTINA Museum is home to over 65,000 drawings and over 1 million master prints which include marvelous original works by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, and more.
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Enhance your visit by upgrading your ticket to access audio guides for the 'Habsburg Staterooms' and 'Monet to Picasso,' available in various languages.
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The 20 meticulously restored Habsburg State Rooms immerse visitors in classicism with luxurious decor, chandeliers, furniture, and marquetry in Louis-Seize style.
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Fun fact: The Albertina, once the largest Habsburg palace, was home to Marie Christine and her husband Albert, who founded its art collection out of love!
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The ALBERTINA Museum is home to over 65,000 drawings and over 1 million master prints which include marvelous original works by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, and more.
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Enhance your visit by upgrading your ticket to access audio guides for the 'Habsburg Staterooms' and 'Monet to Picasso,' available in various languages.
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The 20 meticulously restored Habsburg State Rooms immerse visitors in classicism with luxurious decor, chandeliers, furniture, and marquetry in Louis-Seize style.
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Fun fact: The Albertina, once the largest Habsburg palace, was home to Marie Christine and her husband Albert, who founded its art collection out of love!
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Explore Vienna’s top galleries Albertina Museum and Albertina Modern with these cost-effective combo tickets.
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Marvel at the works of Monet, Picasso and the 20 imperial Habsburg State Rooms at the Albertina Museum.
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Upgrade your tickets to see more of Vienna with a 1, 2, 3, or 6-day Vienna Pass and save up to 40% on fast-track entry to 70+ attractions.
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Fun Fact: Albertina Museum features over 65,000 photographs, one of the largest photography collections in the world.
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Explore Vienna’s top galleries Albertina Museum and Albertina Modern with these cost-effective combo tickets.
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Marvel at the works of Monet, Picasso and the 20 imperial Habsburg State Rooms at the Albertina Museum.
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Upgrade your tickets to see more of Vienna with a 1, 2, 3, or 6-day Vienna Pass and save up to 40% on fast-track entry to 70+ attractions.
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Fun Fact: Albertina Museum features over 65,000 photographs, one of the largest photography collections in the world.
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Explore the vast collections of contemporary art at ALBERTINA MODERN, highlighting Austria’s artistic wealth.
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Enter Vienna’s newest modern art houses and admire a wide collection of international artwork by almost 5000 artists.
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Encounter diverse temporary exhibitions of poignant modern art throughout the year.
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Upgrade your tickets to see more of Vienna with a 1, 2, 3, or 6-day Vienna Pass and save up to 40% on fast-track entry to 70+ attractions.
More details
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Explore the vast collections of contemporary art at ALBERTINA MODERN, highlighting Austria’s artistic wealth.
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Enter Vienna’s newest modern art houses and admire a wide collection of international artwork by almost 5000 artists.
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Encounter diverse temporary exhibitions of poignant modern art throughout the year.
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Upgrade your tickets to see more of Vienna with a 1, 2, 3, or 6-day Vienna Pass and save up to 40% on fast-track entry to 70+ attractions.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Visit the Albertina Modern: If you are interested in contemporary artworks, spanning from the 20th century to the present day, the Albertina Modern is a must-visit. It is a few minutes away from the main Albertina complex.
Keep a few hours on hand: The Albertina Museum has several galleries filled with artworks dating from the late Gothic period to the present day, including renowned works by Monet, Picasso, and Durer. You need at least 3 to 4 hours to explore the majority of the exhibits, including the basement, temporary showcases, and the new contemporary building.
Explore the temporary exhibitions: When you visit the Albertina Museum, set aside an hour to look through its temporary special exhibits. Most often, you will come across unique and rare pieces of art, which are not usually kept on display in other galleries.
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About Albertina
The Albertina Museum offers a fascinating journey through art history, showcasing works from the late Gothic period right up to contemporary art. Home to masterpieces by legends like Durer, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, and Picasso, the museum paints a vivid picture of the evolution of graphic art over the centuries. But the Albertina is more than just an art museum, it's also an architectural gem, letting visitors step into the opulent world of the Habsburg family. With its captivating exhibitions and stunning historic setting, the Albertina Museum is a must-visit for anyone passionate about art and history.
Former royal residence: The Albertina Museum is housed in a former royal residence, initially constructed in the 17th century as the Palais Tarouca. It served as the official residence of Duke Albert of Saxony-Teschen and his wife Archduchess Maria Christina, who expanded and renovated the palace to accommodate their extensive art collection.
Protected during World War II: During World War II, the Albertina played a crucial role in preserving Austria's artistic heritage. The museum's curators and staff took significant measures to protect its valuable collections from bombing, including relocating artworks to safer locations and concealing them from potential looting.
Digitalization initiatives: The Albertina Museum is at the forefront of digital innovation in the art world. It has undertaken extensive efforts to make thousands of its artworks available to a global audience through online platforms. This digitalization initiative not only enhances the museum's accessibility but also facilitates research and outreach initiatives.
Why visit Albertina?
Highlights
Paintings of the Great Masters
The Albertina houses one of the most significant collections of paintings by some of the most renowned maestros of the yesteryears. Their collection includes works by renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Albrecht Durer, and Rembrandt, offering visitors a rare opportunity to view these significant artworks up close.
Graphic art
The museum's collection of graphic art encompasses prints, etchings, engravings, and lithographs from the Renaissance to the present day. Some of their highlights include works by masters like Francisco Goya, Francisco de Zurbaran, and Jacques-Louis David, as well as modern and contemporary artists such as Pablo Picasso, Egon Schiele, and Andy Warhol.
Impressionist and post-Impressionist art
The Albertina boasts an impressive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, featuring works by Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh, and Paul Cézanne, among others. These artworks showcase the revolutionary techniques and expressive styles that defined these influential movements in art history.
Modern and contemporary art
In addition to its historical collections, the Albertina also features a significant selection of modern and contemporary art. At Albertina, you can explore works by artists like Gustav Klimt, Oskar Kokoschka, Egon Schiele, and Mark Rothko, representing a diverse range of styles and artistic movements from the 20th century to the present.
Special showcases
The Albertina Museum often hosts special exhibitions that highlight specific themes, periods, or artists. These exhibitions offer you the chance to explore rare or newly acquired artworks and look at curated in-depth explorations of particular subjects.
Plan your visit
Albertinaplatz entrance
The Albertinaplatz entrance is the main entrance to the museum and is often bustling with activity. Upon arriving at this entrance, you are greeted by the grand façade of the historic palace. This entrance directly leads to the museum’s spacious foyer, providing access to cloakrooms, information desks, and the galleries.
Augustinerstraße Entrance
This entrance is located on the side of the museum facing the Augustinerkirche. While its facade is not as imposing and grand as the Albertinaplatz entrance, the Augustinerstraße entrance provides convenient access for visitors approaching from the direction of the church or nearby streets.
The Albertina Museum will present a larger part of its post-1945 art collection to the public in Albertina Klosterneuburg from 10th April 2024.
You can store your belongings at the cloakroom on Level 1 of the Albertina Museum. These cloakrooms are free of charge.
You can grab a snack at the museum's restaurant. Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the Albertina Museum.
You can use the museum's Wi-Fi to look up information about the museum's exhibits during your visit.
There are accessible restrooms within the Albertina Museum. You can easily navigate around the space in a wheelchair.
There are several paid parking facilities near the Albertina Modern museum at Karlsplatz Garage, Palais-Corso garage, and Karntnerring garage.
You can borrow mobility aids and wheelchairs free of charge from the museum's entrance with your personal ID.
All levels of the Albertina Museum is accessible to visitors on wheelchairs. There are elevators and ramps connecting staircases to make it easier for visitors with mobility aids and wheelchairs navigate the area.
Prams and strollers are allowed in the Albertina Museum.
Only certified service animals are allowed inside the museum premises.
There are wide and accessible elevators connecting every level and gallery inside the museum. All elderly visitors or spectators with mobility challenges can easily reach all levels of the museum.
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