Today
Open 09:00–17:30
Last Admission
16:30
The Sisi Museum welcomes visitors every day from 9am to 5:30pm, including public holidays, making it easy to fit into your Vienna itinerary. Just remember that the last admission and ticket sales close at 4:30pm, and check ahead for any special closures during the holiday season.
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Saturday (Today) | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00–17:30 | 16:30 |
Regular hours: Open daily from 9am to 5:30pm.
Last entry: Final admission is at 4:30pm.
Note: The museum is open year-round, including on public holidays.
Weekdays: Normally less crowded. For a more relaxed experience, plan your visit in the morning (around 9:30am) or later in the afternoon (after 3pm).
Weekends: Expect larger crowds and longer wait times at the entrance and popular exhibits, especially between late morning and mid-afternoon (11am-3pm).
Peak season: April to September and December (holiday season) are the busiest times, with higher visitor numbers and longer queues.
Low season: March, October, and November are ideal for a quieter visit. Winter weekdays (excluding holidays) also offer a peaceful atmosphere to explore the museum at your own pace.
To make the most of your visit to the Sisi Museum, plan to spend about 2 to 3 hours exploring the museum, the Imperial Apartments, and the surrounding Hofburg Palace grounds.
Here’s how much time you’ll need based on your ticket option:
Inside Hofburg Palace:
Regardless of your ticket type, set aside a little over 3 hours in total to explore the Sisi Museum, stroll through the Hofburg complex, or enjoy a coffee nearby.
The Sisi Museum is open daily, including public holidays, from 9 am to 5:30 pm. Last admission and ticket sales close at 4:30 pm, so you’ll have time to explore the museum until 5 pm before heading to the Imperial Apartments, which stay open until 5:30 pm.
Yes, the Sisi Museum is open every day of the year, even on public holidays. Just remember to arrive before 4:30 pm as ticket sales and last entry close then, even on holidays.
The ticket office closes at 4:30 pm, which is also the last time you can enter the museum.
No, both guided and audio tours run during regular opening hours. If you’re joining a guided tour, you’ll spend about 1–2 hours exploring, while combo tours with other parts of the Hofburg take around 2.5–3 hours.
Yes, it’s best to book your tickets online ahead of time, especially if you’re visiting on weekends or holidays. This way, you can secure your preferred time slot and skip the lines at the ticket counter.
The Sisi Museum doesn’t offer night tours at the moment. You can, however, choose skip-the-line tickets to enter quickly during regular hours between 9 am and 5:30 pm.
If you prefer a quieter visit, come right after opening around 9:30 am or later in the afternoon after 3 pm. Weekdays are usually calmer than weekends, giving you more time to enjoy the exhibits at your own pace.
Yes, if you plan to explore nearby attractions like the Imperial Treasury or the Spanish Riding School, you’ll want to set aside more time. A full visit to the Hofburg complex can take around 3–4 hours, including the Sisi Museum.
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