Meteoritenpassage: A Cosmic Journey Through Art
Explore the cosmos through art in Vienna's Meteoritenpassage, a unique connection between MuseumsQuartier and the Natural History Museum.
The Meteoritenpassage is an artistic passageway in Vienna's MuseumsQuartier, connecting the MQ with the Natural History Museum. It explores the evolution of scientific museums from 18th and 19th-century mineral collections through contemporary art installations.
A brief summary to Meteoritenpassage
- Museumstraße, Vienna, Neubau, AT
Local tips
- Visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the artwork and lighting within the passage.
- Check the MuseumsQuartier website for current exhibitions and events related to the Meteoritenpassage.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the Natural History Museum for a deeper exploration of science and natural wonders.
Getting There
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Walking
From the MuseumsQuartier main courtyard, locate the passageway entrance near the Leopold Museum. The Meteoritenpassage is a direct, covered walkway leading towards the Natural History Museum. The passage is open to the public and free to enter.
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Public Transport
Take the U3 subway line to the Volkstheater station. Use the Burggasse exit and walk towards the MuseumsQuartier. Enter the MQ complex and follow signs to the Leopold Museum; the Meteoritenpassage is nearby. A single ride on the Vienna U-Bahn costs approximately €2.40.
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