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Plan Your Perfect Leopold Museum Experience

Visitor Information

Visiting the Leopold Museum is easy to plan, whether you’re fitting it into a short city break or dedicating time to Vienna’s cultural highlights. From opening hours and directions to on-site facilities, here is everything you need to prepare your visit.

When to Visit the Leopold Museum

  • Opening hours: Daily except Tuesday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, including public holidays
    Closed: Tuesdays
    Holiday season (7 December 2026 – 10 January 2027): Open daily, including Tuesdays. Closed on 24 December; open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on 31 December

    Best times to visit     -Peak seasons: Spring and summer tend to be more crowded
    -Weekday mornings: Quieter galleries and a more relaxed visit
    -Late afternoons: Fewer visitors as the day winds down
    -Weekends: Busiest, especially late morning to mid-afternoon

Getting There

Address

Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Vienna, Austria
Location: Inside Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier, close to the city centre

Plan Your Route

-U2 – MuseumsQuartier: The closest stop, with direct access to the MuseumsQuartier complex
-U3 – Volkstheater: A short walk to the museum and a useful option when travelling from central Vienna
-Clear signage from both stations makes the walk simple and direct

Dining options

  • -Museum café: The café on level 2 is also accessible from outside, so no museum ticket is needed

    -Cafés and restaurants nearby: The MuseumsQuartier has a wide range of cafés and casual dining spots

    -Flexible visit planning: Easy to combine your visit with a coffee or meal before or after, then keep exploring the area at your own pace

Accessibility

  • -Step-free access: The permanent collection and all temporary exhibitions are reachable barrier-free by lift

    -Wheelchairs: Free wheelchairs can be borrowed at the cloakroom in exchange for ID

    -Accessible facilities: Accessible toilets on the ground floor (Euro key) and on level -1, which also has a baby-changing facility; seating areas are available

    -Wheelchair-friendly: Designed to ensure a comfortable visit for all guests

Souvenir shop

  • -Museum shop on level 1: Art books, exhibition catalogues and design items. It closes 30 minutes before the museum

    -Artist-focused gifts: Souvenirs inspired by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and Austrian Modernism

    -Thoughtful keepsakes: A cultural memento or gift to take home from your visit

Leopold Museum: Fast-track admission

Highlights

Avoid waiting in long queues with priority entry.

Discover important works by leading Austrian artists of the early 20th century.

Visit the museum situated in Vienna’s vibrant MuseumsQuartier.

Experience the largest ensemble of Egon Schiele’s masterpieces.

Explore special exhibitions alongside the permanent collection.

Leopold Museum + Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna

Highlights

Access both the Leopold Museum and the Kunsthistorisches Museum with a single ticket.

Discover world-renowned artworks from celebrated artists.

Enjoy skipping lines by redeeming your ticket at the Leopold Museum.

Explore extensive collections covering different art periods and styles.

Ideal for lovers of fine art and history seeking value and convenience.

Visitor Guidelines

Arrival time: Arrive a few minutes early to leave time for the lockers or cloakroom.

Bags and personal items: Lockers and a cloakroom are available for large bags and backpacks.

Food and drinks: Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the exhibition galleries.

Photography rules: Photography without flash is allowed in the Leopold Collection for private use only. Tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted, and special exhibitions have their own rules.

Mobile phones: Please keep phones on silent to maintain a calm gallery environment.

Children: Children must be supervised at all times.

Accessibility: The permanent collection and all temporary exhibitions are reachable by lift.

Pets: Only assistance animals are permitted inside the museum.

FAQs

What are the opening hours of the Leopold Museum?

The museum is open daily except Tuesday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, including public holidays. From 7 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 it also opens on Tuesdays; it is closed on 24 December and closes at 5:00 pm on 31 December.

How do I get to the Leopold Museum?

Take the U2 to MuseumsQuartier or the U3 to Volkstheater, trams 1, 2 or D to Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring, or bus 48A to Volkstheater. The museum is also an easy walk from the city centre.

Should I book tickets before visiting?

Booking tickets in advance is recommended, especially during weekends, holidays and peak travel periods.

How much time should I plan for my visit?

Plan around 2 to 3 hours to see the collection and current exhibitions at a comfortable pace.

Is the museum accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes. The permanent collection and all temporary exhibitions are reachable barrier-free by lift, free wheelchairs can be borrowed at the cloakroom, and there are accessible toilets on the ground floor and level -1.

Are there places to eat or shop during my visit?

Yes. The museum café on level 2 is open without a ticket, the MuseumsQuartier has plenty of other cafés, and the museum shop on level 1 offers art books and souvenirs.

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