Globe Museum: A World of Spheres
Explore a world of globes at Vienna's unique Globe Museum, showcasing cartographic history and celestial wonders in the Palais Mollard.
The Globe Museum, a part of the Austrian National Library and situated in Palais Mollard, Vienna, is the only public museum globally dedicated to globes. It showcases a fascinating collection of terrestrial, celestial, lunar, and planetary globes, alongside related instruments, offering a unique perspective on the history of cartography and the evolving understanding of our world and the cosmos.
A brief summary to Globe Museum of the Austrian National Library
- Palais Mollard, Herrengasse 9, Vienna, Innere Stadt, 1010, AT
- +43153410700
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-9 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Consider purchasing the combination ticket to also visit the Esperanto Museum, located in the same building.
- Take the U3 subway line to Herrengasse station for the most convenient access to the museum.
- Explore the interactive exhibits to learn about the history, production, and use of globes.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Stephansplatz, take the U3 line towards Simmering to Herrengasse station. The Globe Museum is located in Palais Mollard, directly opposite the Herrengasse exit. A single ticket for public transport in Vienna costs €2.40.
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Walking
From the Hofburg Palace, walk north along Herrengasse for approximately 5 minutes. The Palais Mollard, home to the Globe Museum, will be on your right. No costs are associated with walking.
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Taxi
From the city center, a taxi to Palais Mollard will typically cost between €8 and €20, depending on the distance and traffic. Taxi rates in Vienna start at €3.80, with additional charges per kilometer.
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