Albertina or the Art history museum – which one should you visit?

Vienna is a city of museums, let it be the KHM (Kunsthistorisches museum / museum of fine arts) or the Albertina. But if you only have time to visit one, we can help you choosing. So, Albertina or the Art History Museum? Let’s find out!

The KHM houses paintings by Rubens, Dürer, Vermeer, Titian as well as the most comprehensive collection of Bruegel’s paintings in the world. The Albertina houses numerous collections of modern, graphic and contemporary art, as well as a large photography and architecture collection.

So, which one is worth visiting, Albertina or the Art History Museum? Both museums are worth a visit if you are into art and paintings from different periods. Nevertheless, it depends on your taste in art, but if you want to visit a world-famous museum, we would advise you to go and visit the KHM.

If you don’t have the time to wander around this big museum, but still want to learn more about Vienna’s art scene, check out our private tours. Together with our licensed tour guides, you’ll be able to make the most of your museum visit. The guides will show you some hidden treasures and the secrets of the museums. You can also book us for other tours in the city itself to see the best of Vienna!