Austria’s most important sacred art museum, located next to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Discover medieval treasures, religious artifacts, and the oldest painted portrait in Western Europe. Winner of the 2020 Austrian Museum Award!
Discover a Unique Museum
Next to
St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna
Looking for unique things to do in Vienna? Right next to St. Stephen’s Cathedral, you’ll find Wien Dom Museum, one of the most fascinating museums in Vienna. This museum reveals the secrets of sacred art, medieval history, and modern architecture.
Whether you love art, history, or religious artifacts, Wien Dom Museum is a must-visit attraction in Vienna. It houses the oldest painted portrait in Western Europe, rare religious treasures, and contemporary art exhibitions.
Where is Wien Dom Museum
Located?
📍 Right across from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna’s most famous landmark.
🏛️ Historic building – dating back to the 13th century, with major renovations in the 19th century.
🏰 Originally housed in the Archbishop’s Palace, where Cardinal Theodor Innitzer founded it in 1933. In the 1970s, it moved to Zwettelhof, its current location.
If you’re planning to explore Vienna’s historic center, Wien Dom Museum is a great place to visit after seeing St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
What to See at
Wien Dom Museum?
This Vienna museum features remarkable exhibitions, including:
- The Medieval Treasury Room – home to religious artifacts, gold monstrances, and paintings related to Rudolf the Founder.
- Portrait of Rudolf IV (1360-1365) – the oldest known three-quarter portrait in Western Europe.
- Modern Art Collection – a unique mix of medieval and contemporary art in Vienna.
This is one of the best museums in Vienna if you love history, religious art, and hidden gems.
Interesting Facts About
Wien Dom Museum
- WWII Air-Raid Shelter – The cellars of the Archbishop’s Palace were used as bomb shelters for Viennese citizens during World War II.
- Giant Historical Archive – The basement of the Archbishop’s Palace contains an archive with 8,000 km of shelving, holding medieval documents dating back to the 12th century.
- Boris Podrecca’s Modern Design – The museum’s exhibition space was designed by famous architect Boris Podrecca, also known for Millennium Tower in Vienna and metro stations in Naples.
- Cardinal Theodor Innitzer – founder of the museum, known for raising awareness of the Great Famine in Ukraine and resisting the Nazi Anschluss in 1938.
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Why Visit Wien Dom Museum?
The museum is one of the most unique museums in Vienna. If you’re visiting St. Stephen’s Cathedral, don’t miss this hidden gem in Vienna’s city center.
📍 Location: Across from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna
⏰ Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 18:00, Thursdays until 20:00
🎧 Free Audio Guide – available via app or for €3.5 at the ticket desk (bring headphones!)
📚 Special Workshop – “German as a Second Language” available for €3 (plus entry fee).
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