Vienna: Leopold Museum Entry Ticket & Egon Schiele Collection

Summary

Modern Vienna’s art pulse in the MuseumsQuartier

You’ll step right into Vienna’s creative heart at the Leopold Museum with your entry ticket—see Egon Schiele’s raw portraits, Klimt’s bold canvases, and everyday objects from fin de siècle Vienna. Pause at those big windows for city views or grab coffee where artists once argued ideas. It’s not just art—it feels personal.

What’s the experience like?

“You have to see this one,” our guide said, but honestly I was still stuck on the way the light hit those tall white walls inside the Leopold Museum. Vienna outside was grey and a little damp, but in here it felt like someone had turned up the brightness just for us. We’d barely handed over our entry ticket when I spotted my first Schiele—his lines are sharper than I expected, almost scratchy, and somehow that made them feel more alive. There was a group of students sketching quietly in a corner. One of them caught me staring and grinned, like we were both in on some secret.

I didn’t know much about Gustav Klimt except for The Kiss (and that’s not even here), but seeing “Death and Life” up close—well, it’s different from any postcard. The colors are heavier, almost smoky. Our local guide explained how these artists used to meet in Vienna’s coffee houses to argue about art and life; you can almost hear that energy echoing around the rooms. Sometimes I’d just stand by those huge panorama windows, looking out at Maria Theresa Square and trying to imagine what Vienna looked like when all this art was brand new. There’s something about museums like this—modern but tangled up with old stories—that gets under your skin.

By the time we reached the Wiener Werkstätte pieces—chairs you want to touch but probably shouldn’t—I realized I’d lost track of time completely. The café downstairs smelled like fresh coffee and something sweet I couldn’t name (strudel maybe?), so we sat for a while before heading back out into the city. Honestly, I still think about those windows and that strange feeling of being surrounded by so much creativity all at once. If you’re even a little curious about Viennese art or just want an afternoon out of the rain, this place is worth it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Leopold Museum and explore art

• Enter Leopold Museum
• View Egon Schiele collection
• See Gustav Klimt masterpieces
• Explore Wiener Moderne artworks
• Discover Austrian interwar art
• Observe Fin de Siècle objects
• Relax at Café Leopold

Top questions

What does the Leopold Museum ticket include?

The ticket includes entry to all permanent collections and special exhibitions inside the Leopold Museum.

Where is the Leopold Museum located in Vienna?

The museum is in the MuseumsQuartier district in central Vienna.

Is there wheelchair access at the Leopold Museum?

Yes, the museum is fully wheelchair accessible.

Are children allowed at the Leopold Museum?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Can infants use strollers inside?

Yes, infants and small children can use prams or strollers throughout the museum.

Is there an audio guide available?

Yes, audio guides are available in German, English, French, and Italian for an extra fee of EUR 4.

How do I redeem my online voucher?

Please print your Viator voucher and present it at the cashier desk to exchange for your entry ticket.

What are the opening hours?

The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00h to 18:00h.

What’s included

Your visit includes your entry ticket to Vienna’s Leopold Museum with access to all permanent collections and special exhibitions; simply present your printed voucher at arrival. Wheelchair access is available throughout, audio guides can be rented onsite for a small fee, and you’re free to relax afterward at Café Leopold before heading back into town.