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Kunsthistorisches Museum ViennavsAlbertina
Both Kunsthistorisches Museum and Albertina are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Kunsthistorisches Museum scores significantly better than Albertina. Kunsthistorisches Museum ranks #2 in Vienna with praise from 9 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
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Maria Theresienplatz, Vienna 1010, Austria
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Fodor's "However short your stay in Vienna, you'll want to visit one of the greatest art collections in the world, that of the Kunsthistorisches Museum." Full review
Concierge "The Italian Renaissance–style Kunsthistorisches (Art History Museum) was built near the Imperial Palace in 1891 to gather all the Hapsburgs' art under one roof."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"One of the unforgettable experiences of being in Vienna will be a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Also known as the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts is the twin of the Naturhistorisches Museum directly across Maria Theresien-Platz." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A collection... is without equal in terms of both variety and quality." Full review
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Not to be missed is the outstanding picture Gallery.
Afar Magazine "The KM has increased my appreciation for historical works by artists such as Pieter Bruegel the Elder.”" Full review
Travel + Leisure "This must-see museum hosts the imperial collection of the Hapsburgs, including the world's largest collection of Brueghels." Full review
The Telegraph "A magnificent palace built to house the vast collections of fine art that the Habsburgs had obtained throughout the centuries. " Full review
Frommer's "Across from Hofburg Palace, this huge building houses many of the fabulous art collections gathered by the Habsburgs as they added new territories to their empire." Full review
Travel + Leisure "It is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. Also referred to as the Museum of Fine Arts, the venue's collections span five millennia and include works by Pieter Bruegel the Elder"
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Albertinaplatz 1, In the Imperial Palace, Vienna 1010, Austria
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Once used as the Habsburg’s imperial apartments for guests (you can walk through these), the Albertina is now a repository for the greatest collection of graphic art in the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Twenty-one Habsburg staterooms, such as the Hall of the Muses, are decorated with Albertina Gold, which is gold leaf made with a blend of gold, copper, and silver alloys." Full review
Fodor's "This not-to-be-missed collection is home to some of the greatest old-master drawings in Vienna—including Dürer's iconic Praying Hands and beloved Alpine Hare." Full review
Afar Magazine "Best galley/museum was definitely the 'Albertina' which houses a great collection." Full review
Let's Go "The permanent art collection on the top floor encompasses all the modern art greats, including Degas, Picasso, Miro, and Kandinsky, to name just a few." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The Albertina Graphic Arts Collection, housed in the former Tarouca Palace since 1795, includes most of the greatest names in European art, from the Renaissance to the 20C." Full review
Frommer's "Once the Habsburg apartments for visiting dignitaries, this Hofburg Museum holds the world's greatest collection of graphic art, spanning six centuries" Full review
