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Leopold Museum

Leopold Museum
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The museum focuses on Austrian art from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It contains the world's largest holdings of Egon Schiele along with works by Gustav Klimt and Oskar Kokoschka. Visitors should examine the Schiele rooms on the upper floors and note any temporary shows on design or photography.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Vienna Imperial

Visiting Leopold Museum: what to know

Tickets
Check the official website for current prices.
Time needed
Allow two hours for the main collection.
Best time
Weekday mornings have fewer visitors.
Getting there
U2 to Museumsquartier, or U2/U3 to Volkstheater

Vienna itineraries with Leopold Museum

Day 2 of Vienna Imperial

Museums and State Opera

How Leopold Museum fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Kunsthistorisches MuseumKunsthistorisches Museum
  2. 12:00Leopold MuseumLeopold Museum
  3. 15:00Vienna State Opera TourVienna State Opera
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Leopold Museum FAQs

What is the Leopold Museum known for?

It is known for its extensive collection of Egon Schiele paintings and drawings from the Austrian modern period.

Do you need tickets in advance for the Leopold Museum?

Advance tickets are recommended during peak seasons but not always required.

Is photography allowed inside the Leopold Museum?

Photography without flash is permitted in most permanent collection areas.

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