Albertina museum, Vienna
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Albertina museum - by Management
Description
The Albertina houses an important collection of drawings and old master prints in a building that was repurposed as a palace in the mid-18th century. The main collection is complemented by Impressionist and early 20th-century art, modern graphic works, photographs and architectural drawings. Highlights include the Study for the Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, some drawings from Albrecht Dürer and Pieter Bruegel the Elder, and some Monet paintings.
Access & Transport
The museum is on the southern side of Innere Stadt, about 200m east of the Hofburg. Bus 2A stops next to it on Albertinaplatz, 'Oper, Karlsplatz U' tram station (1, 2, 71, D) is 200m south, Karlsplatz metro station (U1, U4) 300m south and Stephansplatz metro station (U1, U3) a 5mins walk to the north.
Instructions & Recommendations
The museum is a short walk from the Capuchin Crypt (Kapuzinergruft), the Hofburg, and the Vienna Operahouse.
Environmental & Social
No environmental data available - some environment impact to run the museum (mostly electricity) Positive from a social perspective by helping spread culture and the arts.
Conclusion
The Albertina is a worthy stop in Vienna for art lovers but those without strong affinity to paintings, prints or drawings should not think of it as a must if their time in the city is limited.
Key positive
Range of media and artistic movements
Enjoyable architecture
Centrally located
Key negative
Slightly expensive
Suitability
Accessible to visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
Updated in September 2023
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 15m
est. visit time:2h
Monday10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 21:00
Thursday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 21:00
Saturday10:00 - 18:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00