Vienna
Interactive Exhibition on Communication

Hands Up Vienna: An Interactive Journey into Communication and Deaf Culture

Experience sign language and deaf culture through unique guided and hands-on participation.

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Hands Up is an interactive exhibition that gently guides visitors into the world of silence, exploring the beauty of sign language and the practice of non-verbal communication. It aims to foster understanding and build connections between hearing and deaf communities.

An interactive experience designed to bridge the gap between hearing and deaf worlds by exploring sign language and non-verbal communication.

Hands Up
About Hands Up Exhibition

Hands Up is an interactive experiential exhibition located in Vienna, designed to offer a gentle and humorous journey into the world of silence. It explores the beauty of sign language and non-verbal communication, aiming to build bridges between hearing and deaf communities. Visitors engage in a guided tour that delves into deaf culture, focusing on the expressive nature of sign language and the power of non-verbal cues. This unique exhibit fosters social learning and personal skills for diverse audiences, including families, students, and companies.

Group of people in an indoor exhibition space with white walls and display panels
Hands Up opening hours in Vienna

Check today’s opening status, weekly schedule, and special date changes for Hands Up. Use these opening hours to plan your arrival and avoid closed times in Vienna.

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Hands Up Admission Information

Hands Up offers various paid admission options for its interactive experience. Standard adult tickets are available, alongside reduced rates for students and senior citizens. Visitors can also find special tickets for holders of the Vienna Lines annual ticket, Vienna City Card, and Easy City Pass. Family tickets and options for school groups are provided, with free entry for accompanying teachers and assistants for visitors with disabilities. Additional group options include exclusive tours and workshops for varying durations.

Adults
€19.90
Adult discount 1 (Wr.Linien annual ticket)
€14.90

For holders of the Wr.Linien annual ticket - bring voucher from annual ticket booklet

Adult discount 2 (Vienna City Card)
€15.90

With Vienna City Card

Visitor facilities and accessibility at Hands Up

Hands Up offers a range of accessible features, including wheelchair access, a stair lift for the entrance, and barrier-free toilets to ensure a comfortable visit for all guests. The venue provides specialized guided tours conducted in sign language, alongside options for pre-arranged children's tours. Visitors can manage their experience through an advance booking system for timed entry, with on-site payments handled via cash.

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stair lift at the entrance

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Hands Up Location in Vienna

Hands Up is situated at Hollandstraße 14 in Vienna's 2nd District, an easily accessible area within the city. This central placement makes it convenient for visitors looking to engage with its interactive exhibitions focused on communication and deaf culture, offering a distinct cultural experience.

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Hollandstraße 14

1020 Vienna

2nd District, Wien, AT

Practical Visit Information for Hands Up

To visit Hands Up, prior booking for a guided tour with deaf guides is essential; you must send a booking inquiry for your preferred date and time. Each booked time slot accommodates a maximum of 30 participants. While limited short-term parking is available in Vienna's 2nd District, arriving by public transport via lines 1, 2, 5A, or 5B is recommended for convenience.

Practical Visit Information for Hands Up

Hands Up: Exploring Communication and Deaf Culture

Hands Up is an interactive experiential exhibition in Vienna's 2nd District that offers a gentle and humorous journey into the world of silence. It explores the beauty of sign language and the practice of non-verbal communication, actively aiming to build bridges between the hearing and deaf communities. Visitors engage in a guided tour designed to delve into the world of deaf people, focusing on the expressive nature of sign language and the power of non-verbal cues. The exhibition addresses fundamental questions about communicating without a shared spoken language and the profound significance of facial expressions, all within a protected and engaging space. This unique experience promotes social learning and personal skills, fostering new perspectives on interaction and the richness of deaf culture for families, students, and individuals alike.

Exhibition space with a screen showing 'HANDS UP KARAOKE MUSIK' and a wall of portraits
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Hands Up FAQ: Your Questions Answered

Got questions about visiting Hands Up? From navigating the booking process for guided tours to understanding that general admission payments are currently cash-only on the day, our frequently asked questions provide all the helpful answers you might be looking for.

Can schools bill their visit to Hands Up through Vienna Education Opportunities?

Yes, Hands Up is an approved participant in Vienna's educational opportunities programme. To use this option, simply indicate it during your booking via the contact form and include the exact name and code number of your school.

How long does a typical guided tour at Hands Up last?

A guided tour at Hands Up typically lasts about 50 minutes. Visitors are kindly requested to arrive approximately 10 minutes before their scheduled tour begins.

What payment methods are accepted at Hands Up for guided tours?

Hands Up currently accepts cash payments only on the day of your visit. Companies or cashless schools have the additional option to pay by invoice, provided they can supply an exact billing address.

Do I need to book my visit to Hands Up in advance or can I drop in spontaneously?

A visit to the Hands Up exhibition and participation in a guided tour requires prior registration and receipt of a booking confirmation. Spontaneous visits without a booking are not possible.

Tips for Visiting Hands Up

To visit Hands Up, planning ahead is essential as visits are exclusively by prior booking for a guided tour, which lasts about 50 minutes. You must send a booking inquiry for your preferred date and time, as entry is via timed slots with a maximum of 30 participants per slot. Payment on the day is by cash only. The exhibition is wheelchair accessible, with a stair lift at the entrance and an accessible toilet available for visitors.

Visitor Suitability at Hands Up

Hands Up offers an interactive and guided experience that appeals to a diverse audience, including families with children aged 8 and above, students, individuals, and various groups. Visitors will explore communication, sign language, and deaf culture through hands-on participation with deaf guides. The venue is designed to be wheelchair accessible, featuring a stair lift at the entrance and accessible toilets, ensuring a comfortable visit for guests with mobility needs. Please note that all visits are conducted as guided tours and require prior booking.

Hands Up Exhibition Photos

Explore images of Hands Up, showcasing an interactive exhibition where visitors engage with sign language and non-verbal communication through dynamic displays. Photos feature participants actively learning and interacting with various installations, including wall-mounted screens and engaging filmstrip exhibits. These visuals capture the experiential journey into deaf culture and the power of silent communication.

Exhibition space with a screen showing 'HANDS UP KARAOKE MUSIK' and a wall of portraits
People wearing headphones in an interactive exhibition with a wall of filmstrip images showing sign language gestures
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A logo with the word 'UP' in white on a pink background, where the 'U' is formed by two raised hands above a smiling face
Blue logo on black background showing two hands forming a gesture above an open book with text 'DEAF MUSEUMS PROJECT'
The Hands Up wordmark logo with 'HANDS' in white on black and 'UP' in white on pink with hand and face design
A brochure page with the Deaf Museums Project logo, historical photos of deaf athletes, and German text about the role of sport in deaf communities.
Brochure page for Hands Up exhibition showing people using sign language, interactive exhibits, and text about deaf culture
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