Furniture Museum Vienna (Möbelmuseum Wien) is the former Imperial Furniture Depository (Hofmobiliendepot) at Andreasgasse 7 in Vienna’s 7th district, Neubau, just off Mariahilfer Straße. Established under Empress Maria Theresa in 1747 to store, repair, and move furniture between Habsburg palaces, it holds one of the largest furniture collections in the world. Travelers come for the imperial interiors, the Biedermeier rooms, and the Viennese Modernism designs.
What to Expect at Furniture Museum Vienna
The permanent exhibition follows a chronological route from Baroque and Rococo through Empire and Biedermeier, Historicism, Wiener Moderne, and the 20th and 21st centuries. Imperial pieces show how the court actually lived, because furniture was packed up and carried between residences such as the Hofburg and Schönbrunn. The depot’s working history is part of the visit, with storage halls stacked with chairs, chandeliers, and objects.
Later floors turn to design history, with work by Otto Wagner, Adolf Loos, Josef Hoffmann, and Thonet bentwood chairs. Special exhibitions add depth. MADE IN AUSTRIA. Möbeldesign 1948–1960 runs from 15 April to 8 December 2026, and a Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky show on the Kinderhaus St. Pölten runs from 25 September 2026. Upcycling workshops and themed tours on Habsburg women and household life complete the program.
- Imperial Apartments: These are furnished rooms connected to Empress Elisabeth and Crown Prince Rudolf.
- Biedermeier Collection: This section features elegant early-19th-century Viennese cabinetmaking with light woods and clean lines.
- Depot Halls: These are dense storage displays showing the scale of the former court inventory.
- Wiener Moderne: This section covers pieces by Wagner, Loos, and Hoffmann, plus Thonet bentwood.
- Audio Guide: A tour of about 70 minutes is included with admission.
Furniture Museum Vienna at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Andreasgasse 7, 1070 Vienna, Austria |
| Neighborhood / Area | Neubau (7th district), near Mariahilfer Straße |
| Operating Hours | Tue–Sun and public holidays 10:00–17:00; closed Monday |
| Admission / Price Range | Adults €20, children 6+ €12, audio guide included |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1.5 to 2.5 hours |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | U3 Zieglergasse; limited short-term street parking zones |
| Official Website & Phone | moebelmuseumwien.at, +43 1 5243357 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive at 10:00 on a weekday for quieter galleries. Buying mobile tickets online skips the counter queue. Take the U3 to Zieglergasse, which is a short walk from the entrance. Parking is scarce in Neubau’s short-term zones, so public transport is the better choice. The museum has an elevator to its exhibition levels, though some historic rooms are tightly arranged.
Several stops pair well with a visit:
- Mariahilfer Straße: Vienna’s longest shopping street is a few minutes’ walk away and has plenty of cafes.
- Siebensternviertel and Spittelberg: About 10 to 15 minutes on foot, these areas offer Biedermeier lanes, design shops, and restaurants.
- MuseumsQuartier: This museum complex is roughly a 15-minute walk away.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Furniture Museum Vienna open?
It opens Tuesday to Sunday and on public holidays from 10:00 to 17:00, and it is closed on Mondays. Weekday mornings are the calmest time to visit.
How much are tickets?
Adults pay €20 and children aged 6 and over pay €12, with the roughly 70-minute audio guide included. An annual ticket covers both permanent and special exhibitions.
How long should I plan?
Plan for about two hours. Design enthusiasts adding a special exhibition may want closer to three.
Is it accessible and family friendly?
Elevators serve the exhibition floors. Families can join upcycling workshops where kids design their own souvenir.
When planning your Vienna travel guide or comparing verified attractions and museums in Vienna, pair this stop with standout local spots including Restaurant Ofenloch, Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier Wien, Center Wien Mitte, and 360° OCEAN SKY (0.5 km away).
