Are you passionate about music and its history? Are you a fan of contemporary creativity? These are the modern art museums you should visit in Austria:
1Albertina
ViennaThe Albertina in Vienna houses one of the largest print rooms in the world, and used to be the biggest Habsburg residential palace, inhabited by one of Maria Theresa's daughters. The collection, which started in 1776, boasts over a million prints and tens of thousands of paintings dating all the way 2Graz Art Museum
GrazThe Kunsthaus Graz, also known as Grazer Kunsthaus or Graz Art Museum, is a significant architectural landmark in Graz, Austria. It was constructed in 2003 during the European Capital of Culture celebrations. Since its establishment, the museum has gained recognition for its unique design and contribution to the cultural landscape of Graz. 3Museum of Modern Art Salzburg
SalzburgThe 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. 4Tyrolean State Museum
InnsbruckThe Tyrolean State Museum, also known as the Ferdinandeum, is located in the city of Innsbruck. The museum is named after Ferdinand II of Austria, who was a Duke of Austria and Count of Tyrol. The museum was first opened to the public in 1823, making it a significant historical institution in the region. 5Leopold Museum
ViennaThe Leopold Museum is a museum in Vienna that originated from the private collection of Rudolf and Elisabeth Leopold. The museum includes the largest Egon Schiele collection in the world with around 250 works. With a total of 5400 pieces ,it offers a good overview of the work of the most important r 6Lentos Art Museum
LinzThe Lentos Art Museum, located in Linz, Austria, is a modern art museum that opened its doors in May 2003. It succeeded the Neue Galerie der Stadt Linz, also known as the New Gallery of the City of Linz. The museum is a significant destination for art enthusiasts and tourists alike, offering a comprehensive collection of modern art. 7Joanneum Universal Museum
GrazThe Universalmuseum Joanneum, located in the Austrian state of Styria, holds the distinction of being the oldest, largest, and most versatile museum in Austria, second only to the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien. This museum offers a wide range of exhibits and collections, making it a significant cultural and historical site in Austria. 8Museum Moderner Kunst Kärnten
KlagenfurtThe Museum Moderner Kunst Kärnten (MMKK) is situated in the heart of Klagenfurt, housed in the former Kärntner Landesgalerie within the Klagenfurt Castle. This central location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city. 9Egon-Schiele-Museum
Tulln an der DonauThe Egon Schiele Museum in Tulln an der Donau is a museum of fine arts dedicated to the painter Egon Schiele, who was born in the town. The museum showcases the early works of the artist and his relationship with his hometown Tulln and the region of Lower Austria. It also highlights his passion for toy trains. 10Kunsthalle Krems
Krems an der DonauThe Kunsthalle Krems-Stein, located in Stein an der Donau, is an international exhibition house in Lower Austria. It was constructed from 1992 to 1995 in the former tobacco factory of the Tobacco Directorate in the Stein district. This historical building now serves as a platform for both established and emerging artists from Austria and abroad. 11Museum Liaunig
NeuhausThe Museum Liaunig, located in Neuhaus, is a private art museum in the region of Carinthia, Austria. It was inaugurated in 2008 and is one of the country's private museums dedicated to contemporary art. The museum showcases the private collection of industrialist and art collector Herbert W. Liaunig, who resides in Neuhaus Castle in southeastern Carinthia. Since 2018, the museum has been managed by his son, architect Peter Liaunig. 12Karikaturmuseum Krems
Krems an der DonauThe Karikaturmuseum Krems is a unique institution in Austria, dedicated to the display and appreciation of satirical art. The museum's main focus is on political caricature, humorous drawing, comic, and illustration. This makes it a distinctive destination for those interested in these forms of art and expression. 13Landesgalerie Niederösterreich
Krems an der DonauThe Landesgalerie Niederösterreich is an art institution situated in Krems - Stein. It is conveniently located near other notable art institutions such as the Kunsthalle Krems, the Caricature Museum Krems, the Forum Frohner, and the Steiner Minoritenkirche. This makes it an ideal destination for art enthusiasts who wish to explore multiple art venues in one trip. 14Halle für Kunst Steiermark
GrazThe Halle für Kunst Steiermark, previously known as Künstlerhaus Graz and Halle für Kunst & Medien, is a prominent exhibition house for contemporary visual art located in Graz. It has been a significant platform for showcasing the works of various artists since its inception. The museum offers a unique blend of historical and contemporary art, making it a fascinating destination for art enthusiasts. 15Werner Berg Museum
BleiburgThe Werner Berg Museum, located in the municipality of Bleiburg /Pliberk in Carinthia, is dedicated to the life and works of the painter Werner Berg. This museum provides a comprehensive insight into the artist's life, showcasing his journey and evolution as an artist. 16Provincial Gallery Linz
LinzThe Francisco Carolinum is an art museum located in Linz, Upper Austria. It was inaugurated by Emperor Franz Joseph I on May 29, 1895. The museum is dedicated to national and international positions of photography and media art. 17OK Center for Contemporary Art
LinzThe Offene Kulturhaus Oberösterreich (OK), also known as the OK – Center for Contemporary Art, is a significant art institution located in Linz, Austria. It is operated by the Upper Austrian State Culture GmbH OÖLKG. The center serves as an exhibition and production house for contemporary art, focusing on installation and media art by mostly younger, internationally active artists, as well as performance art. It provides a total of 1800 m² of exhibition and production space. 18Museum Gugging
KlosterneuburgMuseum Gugging is an art museum situated in Maria Gugging, a district of Klosterneuburg in Lower Austria. It is housed in a former hospital building and was designed as an exhibition venue for Art Brut. The museum showcases the works of artists from Gugging at the place of their creation and serves as a forum for international art of the past and present, regardless of categorizations. 19Sigmund Freud Museum
ViennaThe Sigmund Freud Museum in Vienna features an exhibition on the history of psychoanalysis and the life of Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) in Freud's former practice and apartment. The collection of the museum includes original items owned by Freud, the practice's waiting room, and parts of Freud's antiqu 20Secession Building
ViennaThe Secessions building (Secessionsgebäude) is a building in Vienna where the artists of the Secession movement (the Austrian Jugendstil), came together. Since these were people who had separated themselves from the "Academy", it was intended to make fun of the ideas of classicism. The dome is an ey 21Academy of Fine Arts
ViennaAcademy of Visual Arts in Vienna, German: Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien, is a public art academy of applied and visual arts in Vienna. Owning works of world-famous artists (some of which are almost 700 years old), the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna is a place for art lovers. The Academy is infa 22Tyrolean State Museum
Hall in TirolThe Tyrolean State Museum, also known as Il Ferdinandeum, is a significant cultural institution located in the city of Innsbruck. The museum was named after Duke Ferdinand II of Austria, reflecting the rich historical ties of the region. It offers visitors a chance to delve into the history and culture of Tyrol, making it a worthwhile destination for those interested in understanding the region's past. 23Bank Austria Kunstforum
ViennaThe Bank Austria Kunstforum Wien is an exhibition building in Vienna, sponsored by Bank Austria, housed in the former bank building. The museum holds and exhibits a collection that mainly focuses on Austrian Art. The collection comprises over 9,000 works. Highlights include works by Ferdinand Georg- Online discount!
24Museum of Art Fakes
ViennaThe Museum of Art Fakes (The Fälschermuseum Wien) is a private museum for art forgeries in Vienna. The museum includes works by Vermeer counterfeiter Han van Meegeren and the London restorer Tom Keating, who claimed to have faked more than 2000 works by more than one hundred artists. Also on display - Online discount!
25Belvedere 21
ViennaThe Belvedere 21 (or 21er Haus) is a building that was built in 1958 as an Austrian pavilion for Expo 58 in Brussels and used in Vienna from 1962 to 2001 as a museum of the 20th century. The museum is now a museum of both modern and contemporary art an has Austrian art of the 20th and 21st centuries 26MUSA Museum Startgalerie Artothek
ViennaThe MUSA Museum Startgalerie Artothek (MUSA Museum Artothek Art Gallery) is a museum in Vienna that holds the collection of contemporary art of the cultural department of the city of Vienna. The currently approximately 20,000 objects by 3,500 artists offer an overview of Viennese art development sin 27Kunsthalle Wien Karlsplatz
ViennaThe Kunsthalle Wien Karlsplatz is the second location of Kunsthalle Wien. It is a glass cube that is described to function as a test tube for artistic expressions, an accelerating machine for an art scene that will never feel right in marble halls and stucco halls. 28Architekturzentrum Wien
ViennaThe Architekturzentrum Wien is the national architecture museum of Austria, located in Vienna. It is a center for exhibitions, events and research in architecture and related topics, with a focus on architecture and urban design of the 20th and 21st centuries. The permanent exhibition in the Archite 29mumok Museum of Modern Art Stiftung Ludwig Wien
Viennamumok 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- 30
Artemons
HellmonsödtArtemons/Artemons Contemporary is a unique gallery located in Upper Austria. It combines the features of a traditional gallery and a museum, providing a unique experience for art lovers. The gallery spans over 600 square meters and showcases a wide range of Austrian and international art. This makes it a great destination for tourists who are interested in exploring the art scene of Austria and beyond.