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5 must-see Museums in Vienna

Vienna is Austria’s largest and most populous city.  Famous for its cultural events, imperial traditions, and its stunning modern architecture, Vienna is an exciting city. It also has a large number of museums and galleries of international repute. However, a visit to these 5 must-see museums will ensure you see the best of Vienna.

1. The Ephesos Museum

Sculptures at the Ephesos Museum- by Carole Raddato – Wikimedia Commons

It is safe to say that archeology will never ‘run out of style’ since material remains of past human life and activities are fascinating. Plenty of this to see at the Ephesos Museum in Vienna. It houses a vast collection of highly valuable Austrian archeological artifacts.

At this museum, you shall be privy to statues, reliefs, and bronzes excavated from the City of Ephesus. The Parthian Monument, the Child with a Goose, the Amazon from the Altar of the Artemision, and the bronze Athlete statue are some of the treats the museum offers for your viewing.

Architectural specimens and sculptures from the Sanctuary of the Great Gods of the Mystery cult on the Greek island of Samothrace are also found at the Ephesos Museum in Vienna. These are internationally renowned pieces that bring positive publicity to the Ephesos Museum in Vienna.

2. Kunsthistories Museum Wien

Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien- byAndrzej O – Wikimedia Commons

A lavish array of artworks awaits you at the Kunsthistories Museum Wien.  This Museum of Fine Arts as it is otherwise called is a gallery of artworks from the Habsburgs which include works by Michelangelo, Rubens, Raphael, Rembrandt, and Dürer.  At the museum, you will also be treated to antiquities, coins, and historic musical instruments.

While Google offers digitized copies of some of Kunsthistories Museum Wien’s best collections, you need to see the museum live- its interior is simply breathtaking! The Museum is considered the crown jewel of Museums of Austria! Very prestigious, it is famous for its large collection of Pieter Bruegel paintings- he was a Northern Renaissance master.

3. Heeresgeschichtliches Museum

HeeresgeschichtlichesMuseum- by Peter Haas- Wikimedia Commons

Heeresgeschichtliches Museum is also known as the Military Historical Museum, and as the name suggests, it hosts history’s most significant military artifacts. This museum will take you to various war times- envision looking at the actual car that Archduke Franz Ferdinand was shot to death, marking the start of World War 1! It is rich in some of history’s most significant military artifacts.

The museum boasts a ‘tank garden’ in which combat tanks that date from as far back as the Soviet Period to date can be found, with live demonstrations scheduled in the summer. Here you will also see collections of weaponry, armaments, badges of honor, and medals.

As with every war, besides the medals and heavy machinery showcasing military prowess, there is the gory side. This museum also has on display blood-soaked uniforms and battle-scarred helmets. Here you will see without a doubt proof of Nazi brutality. Definitely not for the fainthearted.

Heeresgeschichtliches Museum is one of the world’s most important historical museums.

4. Österreichisches Freilichtsmuseum Stübing, Graz

House at the Österreichisches Freilichtmuseum Stübing, Graz – by Marion Schneider & Christoph Aistleitner- Wikimedia Commons

The Österreichisches Freilichtsmuseum Stübing, Graz will give you a different and wholesome experience. This museum is in the outdoors as it features historic buildings tucked in scenic forests, farms, and meadows. It is rather expansive as it holds at least 100 buildings.

The museum will give you a taste of traditional village life and craft culture, old houses and heirloom herb gardens. One of the attractions here is rotating exhibitions with live artisan demonstrations of daily lives and tasks. You could also enjoy walks in historic farmsteads.  For a one of a kind experience, that may make you forget where you actually are in the moment,  the Österreichisches Freilichtsmuseum Stübing, Graz is top of the list.

5. Technology Museum – Technisches Museum

Technology Museum- by Dr. Bernd Gross- Wikimedia Commons

With the advances in technology today, the Technisches Museum in Vienna is a must-see. It provides a look at past and futuristic technologies, from musical instruments, energy, nature, mining, communication, and astronomy. From its many displays, there is a lot to learn, all things scientific.

If you would like to learn about Austria’s contribution to industrial, commercial, and technological development to the world in modern times, the Technisches Museum is it. The cherry on the cake is the opportunity to participate in fun experiments while visiting the museum.

Touring these 5 must-see museums in Vienna should be quite an experience; you will have the opportunity to see some of the world’s richest collection of art, history artifacts & royal treasuries.