Mumok Vienna – Museum of Modern Art in MuseumsQuartier

The mumok Vienna (Museum moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig Wien) is one of the most important
modern and contemporary art museums in Europe. Located in the MuseumsQuartier, it combines iconic architecture
with a world-class collection of 20th and 21st-century art. The museum is a highlight for visitors interested
in modern art movements like pop art, Fluxus, Viennese Actionism and more.

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What Is the mumok?

The mumok is a museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art, with a collection of around 10,000 works
by over 1,600 artists from movements such as pop art, Fluxus, photorealism and Viennese Actionism. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
The collection includes paintings, sculptures, installations, drawings, photos, videos and media art.
The museum regularly hosts special temporary exhibitions in addition to its core displays.

Opened in 2001 in a striking basalt cube designed by the architects Ortner & Ortner,
the museum is a landmark of contemporary architecture in Vienna’s cultural core.

Entrance fees Mumok-Museum Vienna 2026

Adults pay 18 Euro entrance fee. There are some discounts for groups, young people (students) and older people (pensioners). With discount reduced the entrance fee is about 14 euros. Important: Children up to the age of 18 do not pay admission to the Mumok. >>> Buy tickets online

Admission with the Vienna Pass is free of charge.

Opening hours Mumok Vienna 2026

The Mumok Museum is open daily. On Monday the opening hours are short from 2 pm to 7 pm, on Thursday from 10 am to 9 pm. On all other days you can visit the art museum from 10 am to 7 pm.

Main Highlights and Exhibitions

Modern and Contemporary Art Collection

The mumok collection represents major art movements of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Expect internationally renowned names such as Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Gerhard Richter,
Roy Lichtenstein and Joseph Beuys featured in various parts of the museum.

Temporary Exhibitions

In addition to the permanent collection presentation, the museum presents thematic and solo exhibitions
by contemporary artists. These can span from retrospectives to thematic group shows and often include
media, photography and performance art.

Architecture and Design

The museum building itself is also a major part of the experience.
Its modern cubic form and material – dark basalt – contrast against the historic MuseumsQuartier,
making it one of Vienna’s most photographed contemporary structures.

Plan Your Visit

Tickets are available on site or online.
Prices vary slightly depending on exhibitions, but most visitors pay a moderate entry fee.
Discounts usually apply for students, seniors, and youth, and visitors under 19 often enter for free.

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Opening Hours

The museum is typically open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00–18:00, with extended hours on Thursdays.
It is usually closed on Mondays, and there are occasional variations for public holidays.

How Much Time to Plan

You can comfortably spend 2–3 hours exploring mumok.
Art lovers may stay longer, especially if visiting multiple temporary exhibitions on the same day.

Getting There

The mumok is located in the MuseumsQuartier (7th district / Neubau).
It is easily accessible by public transport and is close to several other cultural institutions. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Metro: U2 to MuseumsQuartier or Volkstheater
Tram: Tram 49 (Volkstheater stop)

The area is ideal for a full day of culture,
with institutions like the Leopold Museum
and Museum of Illusions close by.

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Staying near the MuseumsQuartier or city center makes it easy
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Conclusion

The mumok Vienna is one of Vienna’s most exciting cultural attractions
for fans of modern art. With a rich permanent collection, regularly updated temporary exhibitions,
and a striking architectural presence in the MuseumsQuartier, it is a must-see for contemporary art lovers.

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Other art museums in Europa

Very famous for modern art is the Guggenheim Collection Venice, in the old town.

Also in Italy is the great Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery, both in Florence.

Also you should not miss the Vatican Gallery in the Vatican Museum.

Mumok Vienna – Modern Art at the MuseumsQuartier