Museum Judenplatz: A Window into Medieval Jewish Vienna
Explore Vienna's medieval Jewish history at Museum Judenplatz, a poignant site of remembrance and learning in the heart of the city.
Located on Judenplatz, the heart of Vienna's medieval Jewish quarter, the Museum Judenplatz offers a poignant look into the lives, culture, and religion of Viennese Jews during the Middle Ages. Through archaeological excavations, artifacts, and virtual reconstructions, visitors can explore the remains of a 14th-century synagogue and learn about the community's rich history and tragic expulsion in 1421.
A brief summary to Museum Judenplatz
- Judenpl. 8, Vienna, Innere Stadt, 1010, AT
- +43153504311580
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-2 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a weekday morning during the autumn or winter for a less crowded experience.
- Allow 2.5 to 3 hours to fully explore both the Museum Judenplatz and the Jewish Museum Vienna's main location on Dorotheergasse.
- The synagogue excavation is not wheelchair accessible, but the exhibition rooms are.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Stephansplatz, take bus 1A, 2A or 3A to Habsburgergasse. From there, it's a short walk to Judenplatz. Alternatively, take the U3 subway line to Herrengasse station. From there, walk south and turn right at Am Hof; a short walk will bring you to Judenplatz. A single Vienna public transport ticket costs €3.
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Walking
From Stephansplatz, walk along Graben towards Dorotheergasse. Continue onto Wipplingerstraße, turn left onto Judenplatz. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes. Be aware that the area is a pedestrian zone.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Vienna. A short taxi ride from Stephansplatz to Judenplatz will cost approximately €8-12, depending on traffic. Base fares start at €3.80-5.0 EUR, with per kilometer charges.
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Parking
If driving, be aware that Judenplatz is located in a short-stay parking zone. Parking is subject to a charge from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 10 pm, and the maximum parking duration is two hours. Parking tickets cost €1.30 per 30 minutes. Several parking garages are available nearby, including Kärntnerringgarage, Kärntnerstraße Tiefgarage, Palais-Corso-Garage, Karlsplatz Garage and Parkgarage Opernringhof. Expect to pay hourly rates.
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