Visit Kunsthistorisches Museum | Timings, Location, Accessibility Information, & More

• Visitors using wheelchairs can enter the museum from the side entrance (Burgring entrance), which is barrier-free and equipped with ramps for easy access.
• If you need to purchase tickets, you can buy them at the shop located in the entrance lobby.
• You can rent wheelchairs free of cost if required. You have to book your rental with the museum one day before your visit.
• The entrance lobby has 2 accessible elevators for wheelchairs.
• The museum’s Guest Services staff are present to assist wheelchair users in navigating the building. 
• Accessible, barrier-free restrooms are located on the museum’s lower ground floor, upper ground floor, and first floor.
• Public car parking spaces for disabled badge holders are available on Heldenplatz and near the side entrance.
• The museum offers special guided tours for people with special needs (upon request).
• Large-print guides, tactile exhibits, and audio guides are available for visitors with visual impairments.
• Service animals are allowed inside the museum’s premises.

• Audio guide: The museum provides audio guides for visitors in multiple languages, including German, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Mandarin. Special audio guides for children are also available.
• Restrooms: Visitor restrooms, including wheelchair-accessible restrooms, are available on each floor of the museum.
• Cloakroom & lockers: You can store your backpacks, bags, coats, umbrellas, and other personal items in the museum’s cloakroom or lockers during your visit.
• Free WiFi: You can use the museum’s free WiFi network during your visit.
• Caféteria: The museum has a café and restaurant, where you can have coffee, snacks, or a meal.

Children’s programs: The museum offers interactive activities, special guided tours, and workshops tailored for children.

Strollers: Families with infants and toddlers can use strollers inside the museum.

Child-friendly areas: Special family spaces and child-friendly exhibits are included to make visits enjoyable for kids of all ages.

• You cannot touch any of the artworks or exhibits.
• You can take pictures and videos inside the museum for personal use only. However, flash photography and the use of tripods are not allowed. There are also photography restrictions on certain artworks and exhibits, indicated by signs.
• Food or drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition areas.
• Smoking is prohibited inside the museum.
• Apart from service animals, pets are not allowed inside the museum.
• Backpacks, large bags, and luggage must be kept in the museum’s cloakroom.
• Weapons and dangerous objects are not allowed inside the museum.

• Don't miss the must-see collections like Egyptian artifacts, Greek sculptures, and iconic paintings at the Picture Gallery.
• Enhance your understanding with a multimedia guide, providing insightful stories and information about the artworks.
• Plan your visit ahead to make the most of special exhibitions and engaging events.
• Engage your kids with interactive tours and workshops designed to make their visit educational and fun.
• Relax and recharge at the museum's café, enjoying delightful Viennese pastries and a refreshing break.

Kunsthistorisches Museum has two shops where you can buy unique souvenirs to take home. These shops include KHM Museum Boutique and KHM Museums Shop. Here, you can purchase jewellery designed from historical patterns, guidebooks, catalogues, DVDs, textiles, artwork replicas, decorative arts, postcards, gifts, etc.

Both shops are open throughout the week, except Mondays, at the same time as the museum.

• Café Landtmann (1 km): Experience Viennese elegance at this historic café, known for its coffee and pastries. From traditional Viennese cuisine to international dishes, it offers a diverse menu in a charming setting.
• Figlmüller Bäckerstraße (1.6 km): Indulge in Vienna's famous schnitzel at this renowned restaurant. Enjoy crispy breaded meats with potato salad or warm apple strudel.
• Plachutta (1.8 km): Savor the rich flavours of Austrian cuisine, particularly their delectable Tafelspitz (boiled beef). Plachutta is a top choice for a memorable dining experience with its cosy ambience and attentive service.

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• Mid-range: Hotel Royal (1.2 km), Hotel Am Schubertring (1.5 km), Austria Classic Hotel Wien (3 km)
• Luxury: Hotel Sacher Wien (900m), Hotel Imperial (1.3 km), Palais Hansen Kempinski Vienna (1.8 km)

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