All photography museums to visit in Austria

Capture the essence of photography at 7 museums in Austria dedicated to this visual art form. These museums showcase historical and contemporary photographs, equipment, and techniques.

Are you a photography enthusiast? These are the best photography museums in Austria:

  1. Museum of Modern Art Salzburg1

    Museum of Modern Art Salzburg

     Salzburg
    The Museum der Moderne Salzburg is a unique institution with two separate locations in Salzburg, Austria. The first, the Rupertinum, is located in the old town and is dedicated to new artistic concepts. The second, the Museum on the Mönchsberg, is a modern art museum set in a contemporary setting. Both locations offer a diverse range of exhibitions and collections, making it a versatile destination for art enthusiasts.
  2. Museum of Military History2

    Museum of Military History

     Vienna
    The Museum of Military History in Vienna (Heeresgeschichtliches Museum) is the museum of the Austrian army. It is the oldest military history museum in the world and the largest built for this purpose. The museum documents the history of the Austrian army from the 16th century until 1955. The museum
  3. Arnulf Rainer Museum3

    Arnulf Rainer Museum

     Baden
    The Arnulf Rainer Museum is situated in the heart of the Lower Austrian city of Baden, at Josefsplatz 5. The museum is housed in the former "Frauenbad", a building that was constructed in 1821 and is a fine example of French classicism. This location adds a historical charm to the museum, making it a unique destination for art lovers.
  4. Marmorschlößl Fotomuseum4

    Marmorschlößl Fotomuseum

     Bad Ischl
    The Marmorschlössl, historically known as the imperial cottage, is located in the Kaiserpark of Bad Ischl. It was used by Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth as a breakfast salon. This historical significance adds a unique charm to the place, making it an interesting spot for tourists who are keen on history and royal life.
  5. SKGLB Museum5

    SKGLB Museum

     Mondsee
    The SKGLB-museum, located in Mondsee, Upper Austria, is a railway museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Salzkammergut-Lokalbahn (SKGLB). It provides a unique insight into the region's railway history and is a significant cultural landmark.
  6. mumok Museum of Modern Art Stiftung Ludwig Wien6

    mumok Museum of Modern Art Stiftung Ludwig Wien

     Vienna
    mumok is one of Europe’s largest and leading museums featuring art produced since the advent of modernity, which it collects, explores, and exhibits to a wide art-loving audience. In addition to such renowned stars as Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Maria Lassnig, and Cosima von Bonin, the presentation
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    FLATZ Museum

     Dornbirn
    The FLATZ Museum, located in Dornbirn, Vorarlberg, Austria, is a contemporary art museum. It is a significant cultural institution in the region, showcasing a variety of contemporary art forms.