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Sigmund Freud Museum: In the Footsteps of Psychoanalysis

Explore the world of psychoanalysis at Sigmund Freud's former home and practice in Vienna, featuring original artifacts and a vast research library.

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Explore the former home and office of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, at Berggasse 19 in Vienna's Alsergrund district. The Sigmund Freud Museum offers a unique glimpse into Freud's life, work, and the origins of psychoanalysis, featuring original artifacts, a vast library, and a contemporary art collection.

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Local tips

  • Purchase tickets online in advance to secure your visit and skip the ticket line.
  • The museum is most crowded on weekends; visit during the week to avoid crowds.
  • Download the museum's audio guide to your smartphone for an immersive tour experience.
  • Take advantage of the cloakroom to store backpacks and large bags during your visit.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From central Vienna, take tram line D to the Schlickgasse stop, which is a short walk from the museum. Alternatively, take the U2 metro line to Schottentor or Museumsquartier station, followed by a brief walk. A single public transport ticket costs €2.40.

  • Walking

    From the Vienna State Opera, walk southeast towards Krugerstrasse, turn right onto Krugerstrasse, and then turn left onto Berggasse. Continue walking until you reach the Sigmund Freud Museum at Berggasse 19. The walk is approximately 1.6km and takes about 20 minutes.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available throughout Vienna. A short taxi ride from the city center to the Sigmund Freud Museum typically costs between €6-€8.

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The Sigmund Freud Museum, located at Berggasse 19 in Vienna, invites visitors to step into the world of the father of psychoanalysis. For nearly half a century, from 1891 to 1938, Sigmund Freud lived and worked in this building, where he developed his groundbreaking theories. The museum, founded in 1971, has been renovated and expanded to showcase Freud's private rooms, practice, and the evolution of psychoanalysis. Explore the original layout of the building, which includes Freud's first practice and the waiting room where his famous Wednesday psychological meetings took place. Although Freud's iconic couch is now in the Freud Museum in London, an augmented reality installation allows visitors to experience it in its original setting. The museum also houses Europe's largest psychoanalytic research library, with over 40,000 works, and a collection of conceptual art that explores the influence of psychoanalysis on art and society. The museum serves not only as a place to commemorate Freud’s life, but also as a place of debate and discussion. After the annexation of Austria by Nazi Germany, Freud was forced to flee in 1938, spending his final year in London. The Sigmund Freud Museum stands as a testament to his enduring legacy and the impact of psychoanalysis on the world.

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