Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
11 expert reviews
“A magnificent palace built to house the vast collections of fine art that the Habsburgs had obtained throughout the centuries. ”
– The Telegraph
Fodor's
"However short your stay in Vienna, you'll want to visit one of the greatest art collections in the world, that of the Kunsthistorisches Museum." Full review
Concierge
"The Italian Renaissance–style Kunsthistorisches (Art History Museum) was built near the Imperial Palace in 1891 to gather all the Hapsburgs' art under one roof."
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"One of the unforgettable experiences of being in Vienna will be a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History)." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Also known as the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts is the twin of the Naturhistorisches Museum directly across Maria Theresien-Platz." Full review
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"A collection... is without equal in terms of both variety and quality." Full review
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Not to be missed is the outstanding picture Gallery.
Afar Magazine
"The KM has increased my appreciation for historical works by artists such as Pieter Bruegel the Elder.”" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This must-see museum hosts the imperial collection of the Hapsburgs, including the world's largest collection of Brueghels." Full review
Frommer's
"Across from Hofburg Palace, this huge building houses many of the fabulous art collections gathered by the Habsburgs as they added new territories to their empire." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"It is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. Also referred to as the Museum of Fine Arts, the venue's collections span five millennia and include works by Pieter Bruegel the Elder"
Independent
"The eminent Kunsthistorisches Museum, which houses the largest Bruegel collection in the world"
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