KunstHausWien is a unique museum dedicated to the works of Friedensreich Hundertwasser, one of the most significant Austrian artists of the twentieth century. Here, you’ll find the world’s largest permanent collection of Hundertwasser’s works, inc...
Also Known As
Hundertwasser Museum
Founded On
1991
Founded By
Friedensreich Hundertwasser
ADDRESS
Untere Weißgerberstraße 13, 1030 Wien, Austria
RECOMMENDED DURATION
2 hours
TICKETS
From $17.49
EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
KUNST HAUS WIEN - Hundertwasser Museum Tickets
April 9, 1991: Kunst Haus Wien opens. The museum is housed in a repurposed 19th-century furniture factory, designed and renovated by Friedensreich Hundertwasser himself.
2011: The museum wins the Austrian Museum Award from the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture for its efforts in preserving the building in its original structure.
2015: The museum opens more exhibition areas and increases its focus as an ecological museum.
2018: Kunst Haus Wien is awarded the Austrian Eco-Label, making it the country’s first “Green Museum”.
2023–2024: The museum is renovated and switches completely to running on renewable hydrothermal energy, doubling down on its commitment towards sustainability and ecological consciousness.
1991–2025: Since its opening, Kunst Haus Wien has held 90 exhibitions of the works of internationally renowned artists, featuring distinguished names like photographers Annie Leibovitz, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Cecil Beaton.
The Hundertwasser Museum is located in a five-storey building that includes 1,500 square meters of exhibition space, a museum shop, and a café. Two floors are dedicated to the permanent collection of Hundertwasser’s works, while special and temporary exhibitions occupy two other floors.
You’ll need 1 hour if you just want to explore the highlights. However, Hundertwasser’s work and the other exhibits are quite thought-provoking, and it would take around 2 hours to soak in and appreciate the vivid art, visionary architectural concepts, and ecologically themed installations displayed here. If you’re an art or architecture enthusiast, set aside 3 hours or more to absorb the works here.
The museum is open daily from 10am to 6pm.
Yes, Kunst Haus Wien is fully wheelchair accessible. You can enter via the ground-level barrier-free side entrance, which has automatic sliding doors and is located to the left of the main entrance. Wheelchair-accessible elevators take you between the floors. Public areas, including the cafe and the museum shop, are barrier-free. Accessible restrooms are available on the ground floor. Please keep in mind that the floor in certain exhibition areas is uneven and undulating.
Yes, it’s best to book your Kunst Haus Wien tickets online at least a day or two before your visit. The museum is one of Vienna’s cultural gems and is rapidly becoming a must-visit destination among both local and international tourists. Booking in advance will guarantee your entry, especially during the peak season summer months.
Weekday mornings, close to opening time, are the quietest time to explore the museum without crowds. Visitor numbers start rising midday onwards, so planning your visit before will allow you to see the exhibits in peace.
Photography and videos for personal use are allowed in all areas except the permanent exhibit. The use of flash photography and tripods is prohibited across the museum.
