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The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the world’s leading ethnographical museums, situated in the Hofburg Palace on Vienna’s Ringstrasse. In 14 distinct exhibition galleries, the focus is on unique cultural treasures from all over the world. The aim is to communicate to visitors the cultural diversity, stories and ways of life in an entertaining way. The highlights of the Museum represent more than 500 years of high-quality collecting activities on the part of the Habsburgs – among them objects from the Cabinet of Curiosities of Emperor Rudolf II, the unique Mexican feather headdress »Penacho«, the world-famous collection of James Cook, and objects f

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#39 History & Anthropology in Vienna #3 Ethnology museums in Vienna #25 Historic houses in Vienna #37 Ethnology museums in Austria #167 Historic houses in Austria
Weltmuseum Wien
Heldenplatz
1010 Vienna

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 21:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00
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Admission

Vienna City Card€15.00
Adults€16.00
ChildrenFree
Reduced€12.00
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Coffee
Credit card
Restaurant
Child-friendly
Audio tour

Location & Map

Heldenplatz, Vienna

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Weltmuseum Wien Reviews

Weltmuseum Wien has 1 rating.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Weltmuseum Wien, located in Vienna, Austria, offers visitors an extensive collection of ethnographic artifacts from around the world. The museum's recent renovation has enhanced the visitor experience, with many praising the modern and well-organized exhibitions. The displays are informative and provide insights into various cultures and their histories.

    Visitors appreciate the diverse range of exhibits, which include items from Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The audio guides are noted to be helpful in providing context and additional information about the artifacts. Many reviewers commend the museum's efforts to address the complex history of its collection, including discussions on colonialism and cultural appropriation.

    The museum's architecture, housed in part of the Hofburg Palace, is often mentioned as impressive. The gift shop receives positive feedback for its selection of unique items related to the exhibits.

    Some visitors find the admission price a bit high, although many feel it's justified given the quality and extent of the collection. A few reviewers mention that certain areas of the museum can feel overwhelming due to the sheer amount of information presented.

    Overall, the Weltmuseum Wien is generally well-received for its educational value and the breadth of its collection. It provides a comprehensive look at world cultures and is particularly appreciated by those interested in anthropology and cultural history.

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