Make the Most of Your Visit to MAK Vienna

Plan a Smooth Visit to MAK Vienna

A visit to MAK – Austrian Museum of Applied Arts is easy to fit into your time in Vienna with a little planning. Knowing the opening hours, ticket options, transport links and on-site facilities in advance helps you make the most of your time inside the museum and focus on the collections and exhibitions that interest you most.

When to Visit MAK Vienna

Opening hours Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Closed: Mondays (open on public holidays, including Mondays)
Best Times Quietest times: Weekday mornings, shortly after opening
Relaxed visits: Tuesday evenings with extended hours
Busiest periods: Weekends and early afternoons

How to Reach MAK Vienna

MAK – Austrian Museum of Applied Arts is on Vienna’s Ringstraße, a short walk from the historic city centre.

Address:

Stubenring 5, 1010 Vienna, Austria

Plan Your Route

By Underground (U-Bahn)
By Tram
By Bus
On Foot

Take the U3 to Stubentor; from the station, the museum is only a few minutes’ walk along the Ringstraße. Alternatively, take the U3 or U4 to Landstraße/Wien Mitte and walk a little further. This is one of the fastest options if you are coming from central districts or major transport hubs.

Dining Options

Restaurant Salonplafond: Located on the museum’s ground floor with barrier-free access, the Salonplafond is the place for a mid-visit break or a relaxed end to your museum experience, with food, coffee and drinks in a setting that blends design with quality fare.

Nearby Options: The museum’s central Ringstraße location puts you steps from a wide range of restaurants, cafés and casual eateries. Whether you want a quick bite before your visit or a full meal afterwards, Vienna’s historic centre has plenty to choose from.

Accessibility Facilities for All Visitors

Wheelchair Access: All museum levels and facilities are barrier-free. A ramp and a wheelchair-accessible lift lead into the ticket hall, and wheelchair-accessible lifts serve all exhibition floors.

Accessible Restrooms: Barrier-free restrooms are available within the museum.

Support Services: Staff are available to assist visitors with mobility needs, and seating is provided in the galleries for rest breaks.

Practical Access: Companions of visitors with disabilities enter free of charge, and assistance dogs are welcome.

The MAK - Museum of Applied Arts Vienna

Highlights

Enter one of Vienna’s most remarkable architectural landmarks.

Discover extensive exhibits spanning furniture, textiles, porcelain, glass, and architecture.

Experience the Wiener Werkstätte collection, a cornerstone of 20th-century Modernism.

Enjoy access to both permanent and rotating contemporary exhibitions.

Explore the VIENNA 1900 exhibition highlighting Viennese modernism through selected pieces.

Visitor Guidelines

Arrive on time: Plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow for ticket validation and a relaxed entry.

Follow gallery rules: Please respect signage and instructions in exhibition spaces to help preserve the collections.

Bags and personal items: Large bags and backpacks may need to be left in the cloakroom before entering the galleries.

Photography policy: Photography and filming are allowed for private use, without flash or tripod. Commercial use requires prior approval.

Food and drinks: Eating and drinking are not permitted in the exhibition areas; the Salonplafond restaurant on the ground floor is the place for a break.

Accessibility and assistance: All museum levels are barrier-free, and staff are available to help if needed. Assistance dogs are welcome; other animals are not permitted.

FAQs

What are the opening hours of MAK Vienna?

MAK – Austrian Museum of Applied Arts is open Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays, except on public holidays.

Where can I buy tickets for MAK Vienna?

Tickets can be bought online in advance. Booking ahead is recommended, especially during busy periods.

How do I get to MAK Vienna by public transport?

Take the U3 to Stubentor, a short walk from the museum, or the U3/U4 to Landstraße/Wien Mitte. Tram line 2 and bus 74A also stop at Stubentor.

Can I walk to MAK Vienna from the city centre?

Yes. MAK is about a 10 to 12-minute walk from Stephansplatz, and the route along the Ringstraße passes other major landmarks.

Is MAK Vienna accessible for visitors with disabilities?

Yes. All museum levels and facilities are barrier-free, with a ramp and lift into the ticket hall, wheelchair-accessible lifts to every floor and accessible restrooms. Companions of visitors with disabilities enter free.

How much time should I plan for my visit?

Most visitors plan 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the main collections and temporary exhibitions comfortably.