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Kunst­historisches Museum

Our world-famous collection shows objects from five millennia.

A grand staircase leads to an ornate hall featuring intricate architecture and decorative murals. Prominently displayed at the base is a large marble sculpture depicting a group of figures, capturing an emotional and dynamic scene. Statues of lions flank the staircase, enhancing the majestic ambiance.

Highlights

One of the world’s leading museums, our rich holdings comprise objects from five millennia, from Ancient Egypt to the late eighteenth century.

On view

Discover the captivating exhibitions at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna

Guided tours & events

Permanent exhibitions

Artworks on permanent display.

Discover the online collection

Not everything is on permanent display. Discover hidden treasures in the digital collection from anywhere in the world!

Old masters

In the ‘Old Masters’ series, we portray key Renaissance and Baroque artists whose works characterise the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Art historians shed light on the life and work of painters such as Arcimboldo, Bruegel and the Bassano family - in-depth, vivid and with surprising insights.

Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
Book Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
Masterpieces of the Picture Gallery
Collection Guidebook Masterpieces of the Picture Gallery
Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Foldable Umbrella Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Key Chain Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Bag Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Bruegel - Tower of Babel
Cushion Cover Bruegel - Tower of Babel