Albertina Modern Entry Tickets

Albertina Modern brings Vienna’s vibrant art scene to life, showcasing post-war masterpieces by Austrian pioneers and international icons in one inspiring space.

Getting started

Albertina Modern is located at Karlsplatz 5, just a 10-minute walk from the main Albertina Museum and steps from Vienna’s State Opera. The entrance is through the historic Künstlerhaus building, a stunning 19th-century landmark reimagined for contemporary art.

After a quick security check, head inside to the spacious, light-filled lobby where you can collect your audio guide, if selected.

A celebration of Austrian creativity & global icons

Inside, the galleries unfold like a timeline of modern thought and expression. You’ll see how Austria’s post-war artists, from Maria Lassnig’s expressive self-portraits to Arnulf Rainer’s layered abstractions, shaped the country’s cultural identity.

Nearby, international legends like Andy Warhol, Gerhard Richter, and Georg Baselitz bring a global dimension to the collection, creating a vivid conversation between local innovation and worldwide influence.

Your audio guide will highlight these crosscurrents, how Lassnig pioneered body-awareness painting decades before it entered mainstream dialogue, or how Richter’s blurred photo-realism questions what 'truth' looks like in modern art.

Modern art in motion

Albertina Modern’s beating heart lies in the Essl and Jablonka collections, two of Europe’s most significant private holdings of post-war and contemporary art. Together, they offer an immersive view of artistic rebellion and reinvention.

From pop art and Neo-Expressionism to conceptual installations and video works, each gallery introduces a new way of seeing. You’ll find pieces that challenge convention, some playful, some deeply introspective, all united by a sense of freedom and experimentation that defines the modern era.

Contemporary voices & changing exhibitions

Albertina Modern never stands still. Its rotating exhibitions showcase living artists and current movements shaping today’s creative landscape, from multimedia installations to thought-provoking photography and sculpture.

Whether you’re exploring bold new perspectives or revisiting familiar masters, every visit offers something fresh.

If you’ve purchased the combo ticket, you can continue your journey at the main Albertina Museum or the peaceful Albertina Klosterneuburg to experience the full scope of Austrian art, past and present.

Temporary exhibitions at Albertina Modern in 2026

• Marina Abramović: Retrospective (until 1 March 2026): A major overview of performance art pioneer Marina Abramović’s groundbreaking body of work, including key performances and reenactments spanning her 50-plus-year career.

• Dance Images (3 March – 7 June 2026): A thematic group exhibition focusing on dance in visual art, featuring works from the museum’s photography holdings that capture movement, expression and the art of dance.

• KAWS: Art & Comix (3 April – 27 September 2026): A lively look at American artist KAWS’s practice across drawing, painting, sculpture and pop-culture references that blend fine art with comic-inspired imagery.

• Vasarely – Adrian: Moving Images (26 June – 11 November 2026): An optical play of geometric forms and motion featuring works by Victor Vasarely and media-art pioneer Adrian, exploring visual effects and perception.

• Franz West *(*6 November 2026 – 29 March 2027): A solo exhibition dedicated to the influential Austrian sculptor Franz West, known for his innovative, interactive forms and post-modern sensibilities.

• Down Under: Art from Australia (24 November 2026 – 2 May 2027): Showcasing key works from Australian art, highlighting both Indigenous and contemporary perspectives from Down Under.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Keep your confirmation email ready. Your ticket and invoice will arrive within one business day and can be shown on your phone or printed out.

• Travel light and bring only small personal bags. Free lockers and a cloakroom are available for larger items before entering the galleries.

• If you’re using a discounted ticket, carry a valid ID. Group and partner discounts, including the Vienna City Card or ICOM, can only be redeemed at the on-site ticket desk.

What’s not allowed

• Flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted. Some temporary exhibitions may restrict photography entirely, so check the signs before taking pictures.

• Please store large backpacks, umbrellas, and wet coats in the cloakroom to help protect the artworks.

• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition areas, but nearby cafés and restaurants are perfect for a quick break.

Accessibility

• Albertina Modern is fully wheelchair accessible, with elevators and step-free access throughout its exhibition spaces on the ground and basement floors at Karlsplatz 5, 1010 Vienna.

• You can request a wheelchair or mobility assistance at the entrance, or contact the museum before your visit if you have accessibility needs.

• Accessible restrooms are located near the exhibition areas and the cloakroom.

Additional information

• All standard admission tickets and combo passes are valid for one year from the purchase date and allow one-time entry during regular opening hours, from 9am to 6pm. With combo tickets, you can visit each site on different days.

• The Albertina Museum and Albertina Modern are about a 10-minute walk apart in Vienna’s city center. To reach Albertina Klosterneuburg, take train S40 or R40 to Klosterneuburg-Weidling, or bus 400 toward Leopoldbrücke. The trip takes about 25 to 30 minutes.

• Seniors, children under 19, young adults aged 19 to 26, and visitors with disabilities must show a valid ID with their ticket at the entrance.

• Journalists can request free admission in advance by emailing presse@albertina.at.