Museums

Combo (Save 6%): Natural History Museum + Kunsthistorisches Museum Admission Tickets

4.7/5(2,072)

Marek R

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Absolutely breathtaking. From the moment you step into the entrance hall beneath that stunning dome, you know you're somewhere special — the building itself is a work of art, dripping with marble, murals, and gilded details that rival any palace in Europe. The collections are staggering in scope and quality. The meteorite collection is the largest and most valuable in the world, and standing in front of them feels like touching pieces of the universe itself. The dinosaur hall is a dream come true, beautifully lit and dramatically staged. And the Venus of Willendorf — seeing this 29,500-year-old masterpiece in person gave me chills. Every room feels curated with genuine passion, not just science but storytelling. The taxidermy displays are gorgeous rather than dusty, the gemstone room sparkles like a treasure vault, and the anthropological exhibits are presented with real thoughtfulness. Perfect for adults and kids alike — endlessly educational without ever feeling dry. A world-class institution, effortlessly blending grandeur with genuine scientific wonder. I could have spent an entire day there and still wanted more. Highly, highly recommend. A must-see in Vienna.

Dilek I

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I’m really happy that I chose to buy my ticket through Headout. The whole process was very easy and convenient, and having the ticket ready on my phone saved us time at the museum. The Natural History Museum in Vienna was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. We went with the children and honestly, I wasn’t sure how interested they would be, but they really enjoyed it. There was so much to see and the museum itself is gorgeous. Looking back, I think buying the ticket through the app was a very good decision. It made everything easier and we could just arrive and enjoy the museum without worrying about tickets. We had a great time and I would definitely use the app again for our next trip.

Camelia C

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We visited both the Kunsthistorisches Museum and the Natural History Museum, and it was a wonderful experience overall. The tickets were purchased together, which was very convenient, because we saved money. The collections in both museums were impressive, with an incredible variety of art, historical objects, and natural history exhibits. The buildings themselves are also extraordinarily beautiful and worth seeing. The only downside is that if you visit during the summer, there is no air conditioning, so it can get quite warm inside. Other than that, both museums are definitely worth visiting and I would highly recommend them!

Panagiota V

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Booking these tickets through Headout was incredibly easy and saved us so much time at the entrance. The Natural History Museum of Vienna is absolutely spectacular, blending a palatial, historic building with world-class scientific exhibits. We spent nearly 4 hours exploring the 39 massive halls. The absolute highlights for us were the fascinating Dinosaur Hall and the stunning meteorite collection. Everything was well-organized and family-friendly. Pro tip: Don’t miss the café under the main dome for a quick coffee with a breath-taking imperial view. Highly recommended!

Stefano F

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

A wonderful visit—we had a fantastic couple of hours! The app for storing the tickets was super convenient; you can get in quickly by scanning the QR code, without having to print anything! Everything was excellent—it was definitely worth it!!!

Emre E

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

It’s a museum with an amazing collection that’s very appealing to both adults and children; you should set aside at least 3 hours to explore it, but there’s no air conditioning, and the extreme heat can be stifling. Bringing a fan or a hand fan with you might help.

With just one booking, you can explore everything from dinosaur fossils to Renaissance paintings—no separate tickets, no extra hassle.

Located just across Maria-Theresien-Platz from each other, this combo is ideal for a seamless, self-paced visit with no transit needed between stops.

Explore 39 exhibition halls at the Natural History Museum, home to towering dinosaurs, sparkling gems, ancient meteorites, and the 29,500-year-old Venus of Willendorf.

Admire iconic works by Bruegel, Caravaggio, and Rembrandt at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, set among imperial collections and richly decorated marble interiors.

Fun fact: The Natural History Museum’s meteorite collection is the oldest and largest of its kind in the world, with over 1,100 specimens on display.

Natural History Museum

Entry to the museum

Access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Entry to the museum

Access to all permanent exhibitions

Transfers

Food and drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Dilek I
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I’m really happy that I chose to buy my ticket through Headout. The whole process was very easy and convenient, and having the ticket ready on my phone saved us time at the museum. The Natural History Museum in Vienna was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. We went with the children and honestly, I wasn’t sure how interested they would be, but they really enjoyed it. There was so much to see and the museum itself is gorgeous. Looking back, I think buying the ticket through the app was a very good decision. It made everything easier and we could just arrive and enjoy the museum without worrying about tickets. We had a great time and I would definitely use the app again for our next trip.
Camelia C
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We visited both the Kunsthistorisches Museum and the Natural History Museum, and it was a wonderful experience overall. The tickets were purchased together, which was very convenient, because we saved money. The collections in both museums were impressive, with an incredible variety of art, historical objects, and natural history exhibits. The buildings themselves are also extraordinarily beautiful and worth seeing. The only downside is that if you visit during the summer, there is no air conditioning, so it can get quite warm inside. Other than that, both museums are definitely worth visiting and I would highly recommend them!
Stefano F
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A wonderful visit—we had a fantastic couple of hours! The app for storing the tickets was super convenient; you can get in quickly by scanning the QR code, without having to print anything! Everything was excellent—it was definitely worth it!!!
Giuseppe V
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A museum of great importance, superbly organized and boasting a truly impressive collection, especially in the Egyptian and Oriental sections. The papyrus of the Book of the Dead is unique and exceptional. Truly a great museum.
Agata B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The mineral collection definitely made the biggest impression on us; it was described in a very interesting yet accessible way. Aside from the fact that the building probably wasn't air-conditioned, it was a great place.

Two world-class museums, one simple ticket—experience Vienna’s finest collections of natural history and art without doubling your effort or expense.

Enter a world of wonder

Kick off your visit at the Natural History Museum on Maria-Theresien-Platz, where the main entrance leads you beneath the grand central dome. After a quick and straightforward security check, you’ll find yourself at the base of an opulent staircase surrounded by marble columns and ceiling frescoes. From there, the museum opens up into 39 exhibition halls filled with everything from prehistoric fossils and Ice Age creatures to meteorites, minerals, and early human artifacts.

Don’t miss the animatronic Allosaurus in the dinosaur hall or the chance to touch a real meteorite. One of the smallest treasures here is also the most famous: the 29,500-year-old Venus of Willendorf, displayed in a quiet, climate-controlled case that draws curious visitors from around the world.

Make your way across the square

Once you've soaked in the natural wonders, head outside and walk across the same square—just a 2-minute stroll—to reach the Kunsthistorisches Museum. It’s the twin of the Natural History Museum, built in symmetrical grandeur directly across the plaza. Enter through the impressive stone staircase leading up to the main doors, where another security check awaits. Inside, you’ll step into an ornate marble atrium with sweeping staircases, arched ceilings, and sculptures that feel like a work of art on their own.

Step into imperial grandeur

At Kunsthistorisches Museum, you can explore galleries filled with masterpieces by Bruegel, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Vermeer. The Picture Gallery is a must-see, but don’t skip the Egyptian and Near Eastern Collection, where ancient sarcophagi and inscribed stelae bring millennia of history into focus.

The museum’s layout is easy to follow, and helpful signage (in German and English) makes it simple to navigate through painting galleries, antiquities, and decorative arts. The central dome ceiling—painted with allegorical figures—is worth pausing under for a moment of awe.

What to bring

Natural History Museum

Wear comfortable, closed footwear, as you’ll be walking quite a bit across hard flooring and uncarpeted gallery spaces.

If you plan to use a wheelchair from the museum, remember to bring an official photo ID to leave at the front desk.

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Bring a valid photo ID to ensure smooth entry.

Bring a fully charged phone or camera if you want to take non-flash photos inside the museum.

Carry headphones if you plan to use the museum’s audio guide app on your own device.

Pack a light sweater or jacket, as some galleries can be quite cool due to air conditioning.

What's not allowed

Natural History Museum

Large bags, full-size backpacks, umbrellas, tripods, walking sticks without medical necessity, and bulky coats must be checked in at the cloakroom near the entrance.

Food and beverages are not permitted inside the exhibition areas under any circumstances.

Pets are not permitted inside the museum; only certified assistance animals, such as guide dogs, are allowed.

Photography with flash or any form of professional filming equipment is not allowed without advance written permission.

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Photography is allowed without flash, but tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted inside the museum.

Bags larger than A4 size must be stored in the cloakroom or lockers near the entrance.

Accessibility

Natural History Museum

The museum is partially wheelchair accessible, with ramp entry via Burgring 7 and elevator access to all exhibition floors. However, the rooftop tour is not accessible due to stairs and limited space.

You can borrow wheelchairs at no cost from the information desk, but they’re available on a limited basis and can't be reserved in advance.

Accessible toilets are provided on all main floors, including near the café’s outdoor seating area.

Kunsthistorisches Museum

The museum is wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible restrooms available on all floors.

Ramps and wide doorways make it easy to navigate the museum with mobility aids.

Wheelchairs and folding stools are available to borrow free of charge in the cloakroom.

Service animals are permitted inside the museum when accompanying visitors with disabilities.

Additional information

Natural History Museum

To make the most of your visit, arrive early—last admission is 30 minutes before closing (5:30pm from Thursday to Monday and 7:30pm on Wednesdays).

The main entrance is located on Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna, with the ticket counter directly in front. If you're using a wheelchair, please head to the accessible side entrance on Burgring 7.

The information counter is inside the museum in the Entrance Hall (Unterer Kuppelsaal).

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the visit.

Most visitors begin on the ground floor, so starting on the upper levels (especially in the morning) gives you a quieter experience in the fossil, anthropology, and meteorite halls.

Lockers are free to use, but you’ll need a €1 coin to lock them, which you’ll get back afterward.

Strollers are welcome, though staff may ask you to park them temporarily in designated spots during busy times.

The café beneath the central dome serves hot dishes, drinks, and fresh pastries daily (closed Tuesdays).

A museum shop is located on the ground floor and offers books, minerals, educational games, and fossil-themed gifts.

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Take a moment in the grand staircase to admire Gustav Klimt’s early paintings around the upper walls, often missed by those hurrying up to the galleries.

Don’t skip the Kunstkammer (Chamber of Art and Wonders), home to rare automata, strange curiosities, and beautifully carved ivory pieces you won’t find elsewhere.

Ask at the information desk about the hidden coin collection and the library, which are rarely crowded and hold fascinating pieces.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the museum for visitors.

The café-restaurant beneath the grand dome serves full meals, light snacks, and desserts in an elegant, historic setting.

The museum shop sells art books, prints, gifts, and exhibition-themed souvenirs.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID. Students must show a valid student ID.

Ticket redemption points

Museum of Natural History Vienna

Show your ticket at Museum of Natural History Vienna.

Address: Burgring 7, 1010 Wien, Austria.

Get directions to the redemption point

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Redeem your ticket at Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Address: Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Wien, Austria.

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