Adult
Museum entry
€39
- Museum entry — Picture Gallery, Kunstkammer & all permanent collections
- Skip-the-line priority entry
- Free 5-minute audio history before your visit
Where the Habsburgs kept their most beautiful things
Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, skip-the-line. The world's greatest Bruegel collection, Vermeer, Raphael and a treasury of imperial wonders — one concierge ticket, we handle the booking.
See ticket options- 1891 Opened by Emperor Franz Joseph
- 12 Bruegels World's largest collection
- 60 m Octagonal dome over the entry hall
- 8 collections Old Masters to ancient Egypt
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Bristol
“Seeing twelve Bruegels in one room is something I'll never forget. Booking ahead meant we skipped the queue on a rainy Saturday and went straight in. Confirmation came through within the hour.”
Milan
“The little audio guide they sent the day before was brilliant — five minutes and we knew exactly where to find the Vermeer and the Saliera. No wandering, no wasted time.”
Lyon
“The building itself is a masterpiece — that staircase and dome took my breath away before we even reached the paintings. Smooth booking and clear instructions throughout.”
5-minute audio guide
Your Kunsthistorisches Museum 5-minute guide
Hand-written and narrated by a heritage host, sent to every customer before their visit. Five minutes that turn a vast museum into a clear plan - what the dome and Klimt staircase are really telling you, where the twelve Bruegels hang, how to find Vermeer's Art of Painting, and which treasure in the Kunstkammer you should not leave without seeing.
Included with your booking — your full guide arrives with your ticket.Get your guide
- The Klimt staircase and Makart dome - what to look up at before you climb
- The twelve Bruegels - the world's largest collection, in one room
- Vermeer's Art of Painting, Raphael, Caravaggio and the Velázquez infantas
- The Kunstkammer's golden Saliera - the one treasure not to miss
Included free with every ticket. No app, no download - plays in any browser.
About Kunsthistorisches Museum
The Kunsthistorisches Museum is the house the Habsburgs built for the most beautiful things they owned. Opened in 1891 by Emperor Franz Joseph I, it was raised on Vienna's Ringstrasse to designs by Gottfried Semper and Carl von Hasenauer as a palace for art itself — a twin to the Natural History Museum that faces it across Maria-Theresien-Platz. You feel the ambition the moment you step inside: a grand marble staircase rising beneath an octagonal dome some sixty metres high, painted by Hans Makart and decorated by a young Gustav Klimt before the world had heard his name.
At its heart is the Picture Gallery, one of the finest collections of Old Master paintings anywhere. Here hang the world's largest collection of works by Pieter Bruegel the Elder — twelve panels, including the celebrated Hunters in the Snow, the Tower of Babel and the Peasant Wedding, a gathering found in no other museum on earth. A few rooms away are Vermeer's luminous The Art of Painting, masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio, and the tender Infanta portraits in which Velázquez immortalised the children of the Spanish Habsburgs.
Beyond the paintings lies a museum within a museum. The Kunstkammer displays more than two thousand imperial treasures — among them the golden Saliera, Benvenuto Cellini's salt cellar, the only goldsmith's work that can be securely attributed to him. Older still are the Egyptian and Near Eastern Collection, the Greek and Roman Antiquities and one of the world's great Coin Collections, each a wing in their own right. It is less a single museum than a constellation of them under one dome.
This is an independent concierge ticket service. We secure your skip-the-line entry, send instant confirmation and a free audio guide, and stay reachable in your language right up to visit day — so you arrive, walk past the queue, and spend your time with the Bruegels and the Saliera instead of standing in line.
“The whole thing was handled by email in under an hour. We walked straight past a long queue and went straight up to the Bruegel room. Worth every euro.”
Practical information
- Address
- Kunsthistorisches Museum, Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna, Austria
- Getting there
- On the Ringstrasse opposite the MuseumsQuartier. U-Bahn line U2 to Museumsquartier or U3 to Volkstheater, both a few minutes' walk; tram lines 1, 2, 71 and D and bus 48A stop nearby on the Ring. From the city centre (Stephansplatz) it is about a 15-minute walk.
- Time needed
- 2-4 hours - the Picture Gallery and Kunstkammer alone can fill an afternoon; art lovers often stay longer
- What to wear
- Smart-casual; the museum is climate-controlled, so a light layer is enough. Large bags and coats must be left in the cloakroom
- Accessibility
- The museum is wheelchair accessible with lifts to all collection floors and accessible toilets; contact us ahead and we'll share the current step-free routes and any temporary closures
About our service
Kunsthistorisches Museum Tickets is an independent ticket-concierge service that helps international visitors book skip-the-line entry to the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. We are not affiliated with the museum or its operator. Our service fee is included in the displayed price, and we refund you in full if a booking cannot be secured.
Plan your visit
Practical guides written by our concierge team
The Bruegel Room: How to See the World's Largest Bruegel Collection
Twelve panels by Pieter Bruegel the Elder hang together in one room in Vienna — a concierge guide to what they are, where to stand, and how to read them.
The Kunsthistorisches Museum in Two Hours: A Highlights Route
Short on time in Vienna? A concierge route through the staircase, the Bruegels, Vermeer and the Kunstkammer's golden Saliera — the essentials, in order.
Visiting the Kunsthistorisches Museum With Children
An Old Master museum that actually works for families — mummies, treasure, and Bruegel's hidden stories, plus practical tips and free under-19 entry.
Frequently asked
Where is the Kunsthistorisches Museum and how do I get there?
The museum stands on Maria-Theresien-Platz, on Vienna's Ringstrasse opposite the MuseumsQuartier. Take U-Bahn line U2 to Museumsquartier or U3 to Volkstheater, both a short walk away, or trams 1, 2, 71 and D along the Ring. From Stephansplatz in the old town it is about a 15-minute walk.
What is included in the ticket?
The Adult ticket covers full museum entry to the Picture Gallery, the Kunstkammer and all permanent collections in the main building, with skip-the-line priority entry and a free 5-minute audio guide before your visit.
Why is the Kunsthistorisches Museum so famous?
It holds one of the world's greatest collections of Old Master paintings — including the largest collection of Pieter Bruegel the Elder anywhere, twelve panels in all — alongside Vermeer's The Art of Painting, Raphael, Caravaggio and Velázquez. Add the Kunstkammer's imperial treasures and the Egyptian and antiquities wings, and it is among Europe's finest art museums.
Do you offer skip-the-line entry?
Yes. We secure your entry in advance so you bypass the on-site ticket-office queue and go straight to the galleries with the confirmation we email you. Queues can build on rainy days and busy summer afternoons, so this saves real time.
How and when will I receive my ticket?
Confirmation is emailed to you within hours of booking, usually much sooner. Your entry document and a free 5-minute audio guide arrive before your visit — no app or printing required, though a printed copy never hurts.
Is there a timed entry slot I have to pick?
No. The museum ticket is open-date — you book a specific date and can arrive any time during opening hours, with no fixed half-hour slot to choose.
How much are tickets?
The Adult museum ticket is €39. The current price is always shown on the booking page.
Do children pay for entry?
Visitors under 19 enter the museum free of charge, so there is no child or youth ticket to buy — just bring them along. Our tickets cover the adult visitors in your group and let you skip the on-the-day queue.
Which day is the museum closed?
From September to May the museum is closed on Mondays and open Tuesday to Sunday. In June, July and August it is open every day, including Mondays. We will only confirm a date the museum is actually open.
What are the opening hours?
The museum is open 10:00 to 18:00, with late opening on Thursdays until 21:00. Last admission is shortly before closing, so aim to arrive with at least a couple of hours to spare.
How long should I plan for a visit?
Allow 2 to 4 hours. The Picture Gallery and the Kunstkammer alone can fill an afternoon, and the Egyptian, antiquities and coin collections add more. Art lovers regularly stay the better part of a day.
Where are the Bruegel paintings and Vermeer's Art of Painting?
The twelve Bruegels hang together in the Picture Gallery on the first floor, in the Flemish wing — the world's largest collection of the artist in a single room. Vermeer's The Art of Painting is in the same gallery's Dutch rooms. Our free audio guide tells you exactly where to turn.
What is the Kunstkammer and is it worth seeing?
The Kunstkammer is the Habsburgs' chamber of art and wonders — more than two thousand precious objects in carved ivory, gold, rock crystal and bronze. Its star is the golden Saliera by Benvenuto Cellini, the only goldsmith's work securely attributed to him. Many visitors rate it the highlight of the whole museum.
Is the museum accessible for wheelchairs or limited mobility?
Yes. The museum is wheelchair accessible with lifts to all collection floors and accessible toilets. Contact us before your visit and we'll share the current step-free routes and note any temporary gallery closures.
Is there a café inside?
Yes. The café-restaurant sits beneath the great dome in the Cupola Hall — one of the most beautiful spots in Vienna to pause for coffee and cake mid-visit, open throughout museum hours.
What is your refund and cancellation policy?
All sales are final. A refund is issued only if the operator cancels.
Can I get a refund or change my date?
Reach out to our concierge team as early as you can and we'll readily rebook your date. Refunds are guaranteed in the event we cannot deliver the entry you booked.
What is the Kunsthistorisches Museum?
The Kunsthistorisches Museum, or Museum of Art History, is the principal art museum of Vienna, Austria, and one of the great museums of Europe. Opened on 17 October 1891 by Emperor Franz Joseph I, it was built on the Ringstrasse to designs by Gottfried Semper and Carl von Hasenauer to house the formidable art collection of the Habsburg dynasty. It faces its twin, the Natural History Museum, across Maria-Theresien-Platz. At its heart is the Picture Gallery, holding the world's largest collection of Pieter Bruegel the Elder — twelve panels — alongside Vermeer's The Art of Painting and masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio and Velazquez. The Kunstkammer displays thousands of imperial treasures, among them the golden Saliera by Benvenuto Cellini, while further wings hold Egyptian, Greek and Roman antiquities and one of the world's foremost coin collections.
How do I get to the Kunsthistorisches Museum?
The Kunsthistorisches Museum stands at Maria-Theresien-Platz on Vienna's Ringstrasse, the grand boulevard encircling the historic centre, directly opposite the Natural History Museum and beside the MuseumsQuartier. Its central position makes it one of the easiest major museums in Europe to reach by public transport, on foot or by tram. By underground, the U2 line stops at Museumsquartier and the U3 line at Volkstheater, each a walk of only a few minutes from the entrance. Several tram routes run along the Ringstrasse and stop within sight of the building, and city buses serve the surrounding museum district. From Stephansplatz, in the heart of the old town, the museum is roughly a fifteen-minute walk past the imperial Hofburg. The square itself is pedestrian-friendly and faces the Burgring, so most visitors arrive comfortably on foot or by tram and underground rather than by car.