Ticket for Weltmuseum Wien and Imperial Armoury - Collection of Historic Musical Instruments at Hofburg Palace
About this experience
Travel through the world at the Weltmuseum Wien. See unique treasures from different cultures and epochs, including a part of James Cook's collection.
What to expect
The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world. First established in 1806 as part of the Imperial Natural History Cabinet, after the partial acquisition of the “James Cook Collection”, it continuously grew and became an independent museum in 1928. Today it houses various collections, from ethnographic treasures and historical photographs, books on non-European civilizations, pre-Columbian and colonial feather artifacts, treasures from Mexico, or examples of African-Portuguese ivory carving and much more.<div><br>The gallery of the breathtaking Hall of Columns also provides access to two collections of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna. The Imperial Armoury is packed full of magnificent suits of armour and decorative weapons that attest to chivalric values and important occasions at court. The Collection of Historic Musical Instruments comprises the original instruments of some of the world’s greatest composers such as Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven.</div>
Highlights
- Travel through the cultures at the ethnographic museum in Vienna
- Follow the traces of James Cook with artifacts of his historic collection
- Learn amazing facts and see great treasures from different cultures and epochs
Things to note
- Wear comfortable attire and walking shoes, as the museum features extensive galleries and collections to explore.
- Store large bags, backpacks, or bulky coats in the cloakroom or lockers provided.
- Smart casual clothing is recommended to reflect the elegant setting of the museum and the adjoining Imperial collections.
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The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world.
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About this ticket
The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world. First established in 1806 as part of the Imperial Natural History Cabinet, after the partial acquisition of the “James Cook Collection”, it continuously grew and became an independent museum in 1928. Today it houses various collections, from ethnographic treasures and historical photographs, books on non-European civilizations, pre-Columbian and colonial feather artifacts, treasures from Mexico, or examples of African-Portuguese ivory carving and much more.The gallery of the breathtaking Hall of Columns also provides access to two collections of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna. The Imperial Armoury is packed full of magnificent suits of armour and decorative weapons that attest to chivalric values and important occasions at court. The Collection of Historic Musical Instruments comprises the original instruments of some of the world’s greatest composers such as Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven.
The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world.
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The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world.
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About this ticket
The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world. First established in 1806 as part of the Imperial Natural History Cabinet, after the partial acquisition of the “James Cook Collection”, it continuously grew and became an independent museum in 1928. Today it houses various collections, from ethnographic treasures and historical photographs, books on non-European civilizations, pre-Columbian and colonial feather artifacts, treasures from Mexico, or examples of African-Portuguese ivory carving and much more.The gallery of the breathtaking Hall of Columns also provides access to two collections of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna. The Imperial Armoury is packed full of magnificent suits of armour and decorative weapons that attest to chivalric values and important occasions at court. The Collection of Historic Musical Instruments comprises the original instruments of some of the world’s greatest composers such as Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven.
The Weltmuseum Wien is one of the leading ethnographic museums in the world.
