Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art Direct Entry

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About the place

Step into Vienna’s modern art playground—where architecture, film, and sculpture meet.

Getting started

Head to Belvedere 21 in Vienna’s new urban district and present your ticket at the entrance for direct access. The museum building itself is an icon—originally Austria’s pavilion for Expo 1958 in Brussels, now a striking example of post-war modernist design.

What to expect

Belvedere 21 is more than a museum—it’s a dynamic space for contemporary art, culture, and conversation. Explore experimental exhibitions featuring Austrian and international artists across genres including visual art, film, and sound.

Features

  • Artothek des Bundes: Discover Austria’s modern art collection post-1948, on display in this ever-evolving exhibition.

  • Sculpture Garden: Walk among thought-provoking outdoor installations by artists like Lois Weinberger and Leopold Kessler.

  • Blickle Kino: Watch indie and art films in a beautifully restored 1950s-style cinema inside the museum.

Location
Belvedere 21, Arsenalstraße 1, 1030 Wien, Austria
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Highlights

  • Enter Vienna's Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art and indulge in beautiful modern art.
  • Enjoy the benefit of skipping the lines at the ticket counter/box office and going directly to the museum entrance.
  • Admire the diverse mix of artworks acquired by the Austrian state since the end of WWII in the Artothek des Bundes.
  • Tour the Sculpture Garden and see an art documentary in the classy 1950's cinema, Blickle Kino.

Inclusions & Exclusions

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  • Entry to Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Audioguides
  • Entry to Belvedere 21: Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Audioguides

Frequently Asked Questions

Accessibility

  • A limited number of parking spaces are available during opening hours.

  • There is ground-level access through the main entrance. Automatic double swing door can be opened with a button.

  • All areas are accessible by elevator.

  • Barrier-free toilet facilities are available.

  • Assistance dogs can be brought along at all locations.

  • There is a parking lot for people with disabilities, access via Arsenalstrasse 1, 1030 Vienna.

  • A wheelchair is available from the cash desk in the foyer for visitors with disabilities.

Additional information

  • Seating is available in the foyer, in the cloakroom area and in the exhibition halls.

  • Please note that there is a winter closure for Sculpture Garden.

  • Suitcases and large bags are not allowed in the museum and cannot be left in the cloakroom.

2025 Exhibition Highlights

  • March 1, 2025 to June 9, 2025: Hans Haacke

  • March 21, 2025 to August 31, 2025: Maria Hahnenkamp

  • May 23, 2025 to September 21, 2025:Jonathan Monk

  • July 17, 2025 to January 11 2026: Wotruba International

  • September 19, 2025 to January 18, 2026: Ashley Hans Scheirl

  • October 2, 2025 to February 25, 2026: Civa − Contemporary Immersive Virtual Art

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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