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Klimt Villa, Vienna: Gustav Klimt's Last Studio

Step into Klimt's reconstructed final studio and explore its layered artistic history.

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Explore Gustav Klimt's historic studio in Vienna, where he worked during his final creative period. The villa offers an authentically reconstructed glimpse into his living and working environment, complemented by a tranquil 6,000 m² garden.

Visit Gustav Klimt's revitalized Vienna studio, offering an authentic look into his final creative period and a peaceful 6,000 m² garden.

Klimt Villa
Klimt Villa: Gustav Klimt's Historic Studio

The Klimt Villa, Gustav Klimt's studio from 1911 until his death in 1918, has been revitalized in Vienna as a public museum. It offers an authentic reconstruction of his studio room and workshop, based on contemporary descriptions, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of his final creative period. Other rooms detail his models and clients, and a special exhibition, "Klimt lost", explores looted and lost artworks. A large 6,000 m² garden also provides a peaceful oasis.

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Klimt Villa opening hours in Vienna

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

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Klimt Villa Admission and Tickets

Admission to the Klimt Villa in Vienna is primarily paid for adults, with tickets available for purchase on site. A special reduced rate is offered to visitors presenting a valid Vienna City Card. Entry is complimentary for children under 13 years of age, making it accessible for families. All general admission tickets also include a smartphone audio guide service to enrich your visit.

Regular Price
€12.00

Available on site. Smartphone-Audioguide-Service is included.

Vienna City Card Discount
€9.50

Valid Vienna City Card required -20% discount on the regular price

Children under 13
Free

For visitors under 13 years of age

Visitor amenities and accessibility at Klimt Villa

Klimt Villa provides various facilities to support a comfortable visitor experience, including step-free entrance access and wheelchair-friendly navigation through the exhibition spaces and gardens. Visitors can also take advantage of on-site ticket purchases and smartphone-based audio guides to enhance their tour. For additional engagement, public guided tours are available during designated weekend hours.

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Klimt Villa's Location

The Klimt Villa is located at Feldmühlgasse 11 in Vienna, providing a direct connection to Gustav Klimt's final studio. This revitalized historic site allows visitors to immerse themselves in the authentic atmosphere of his working environment, complemented by a large, peaceful 6,000 m² garden. The tranquil setting is ideal for appreciating the artist's late works and exploring the villa's layered history.

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Feldmühlgasse 11

1130 Vienna

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Planning Your Visit to Klimt Villa

When planning your visit to Klimt Villa in Vienna, tickets can be purchased on-site upon arrival. Public guided tours are available on weekends and public holidays at 2:00 pm, and no prior registration is needed to join. Your admission includes a smartphone audio guide, and the main entrance as well as exhibition areas are wheelchair-accessible for ease of access.

Planning Your Visit to Klimt Villa

Klimt Villa: Gustav Klimt's Studio and Creative Period

The Klimt Villa in Vienna offers a unique insight into Gustav Klimt's final creative period, serving as his studio from 1911 until his death. Visitors can explore the authentically reconstructed studio and workshop, based on historical descriptions, providing a palpable sense of his artistic environment. Other rooms detail the models and clients who influenced his later works. Beyond the interiors, an extensive 6,000 m² garden provides a peaceful space for reflection. The villa also features special exhibitions, such as 'Klimt lost,' which delves into the important topic of looted and lost artworks, enriching the understanding of Klimt's enduring legacy and the historical context of his time.

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History of Klimt Villa

Gustav Klimt used the site of the present-day Klimt Villa as his final studio from 1911 to 1918. The existing two-storey building, completed by Ernestine Werner, was built around his preserved atelier in the early 1920s. In 1939, during the Nazi regime, the property was forcibly sold from its Jewish owners, the Klein family. The villa was restituted in 1948, then sold to the Republic of Austria in 1954, subsequently serving educational purposes. A dedicated *citizens' initiative* formed in 1999, advocating for its preservation, which led to its 2009 designation as a historic monument and public opening after renovations from 2011 to 2012.

  • Gustav Klimt's last atelier incorporated into present building

    1911-1923Founding

    Gustav Klimt's final studio, used from 1911/1912 to 1918, was integrated as the ground floor of the current two-storey building at Feldmühlgasse 11, which was constructed in the early 1920s.

  • Villa construction began by the Hermann family

    1922Founding

    In 1922, the Hermann family commenced building a villa around the preserved walls of Klimt's former studio, though construction was interrupted due to economic reasons.

  • Ernestine Werner completed and named the villa

    1922-1928Ownership

    Ernestine Werner purchased the unfinished villa in 1922 and completed it as a two-storey neo-baroque building, which was first listed in the Vienna address book in 1928.

  • Villa Aryanized during Nazi regime

    1939Ownership

    Following Austria's merger with Nazi Germany in 1938, the Jewish Klein family, who owned the villa, were persecuted, and the property was forcibly sold in 1939.

  • Austrian state restitutes property to Klein family

    1948Ownership

    After World War II, the Austrian state restituted the villa to the Klein family in 1948. However, due to its poor condition, the Kleins sold it to the Republic of Austria in 1954.

  • Austrian state uses villa for school purposes

    1954Ownership

    The Republic of Austria, after acquiring the villa in 1954, utilized the building for educational purposes and added modern, ground-level structures in the surrounding area.

  • Citizens' initiative pushes for preservation

    1999Cultural significance

    A citizens' initiative formed in January 1999 to prevent the sale and demolition of the building, advocating for the preservation of Klimt's studio and its garden.

  • Renovation of outbuildings for new users

    2008Renovation

    The Burghauptmannschaft Österreich renovated two outbuildings to accommodate the new users, the Kuratorium für künstlerische und heilende Pädagogik (Comenius Institute), starting in 2008.

  • Villa listed as a historic monument

    2009Heritage status

    In 2009, the Klimt Villa was officially listed as a historic monument, following efforts by preservation advocates and the state's transfer of usage rights.

  • Renovation work for public accessibility

    2011-2012Renovation

    Renovation of the villa began in spring 2011 with the goal of making Klimt's former studio rooms accessible to the public as a memorial, completing in September 2012.

  • Reconstruction of reception room furnishings

    2011-2012Architecture

    The reception room was renovated with furnishings based on designs by Josef Hoffmann, originally produced by the Wiener Werkstätte, aiming to evoke Klimt's era.

  • Reconstruction of Klimt's studio environment

    2011-2012Architecture

    The reconstructed studio on the north side aims to provide visitors with an impression of Klimt's working conditions, based on historical photographs and descriptions, with reproductions of his paintings.

Klimt Villa: Common Questions & Quirky Queries

Ever wondered if Klimt Villa is open on a Monday, or exactly how long it takes for them to get back to your email? You're not alone in your curiosities! We've gathered answers to these and many more practical questions about visiting Gustav Klimt's last studio in Vienna.

What is the phone number for Klimt Villa?

For general enquiries at Klimt Villa, the phone number is +43 1 8761125.

What is Klimt Villa's email address?

The email address for general enquiries at Klimt Villa is [email protected].

What is the expected response time for enquiries to Klimt Villa?

Information regarding the expected response time for enquiries to Klimt Villa is not provided.

How can I contact Klimt Villa for visitor information?

You can reach Klimt Villa by phone at +43 1 8761125 or send an email to [email protected]. Their official website is http://www.klimtvilla.at/.

Practical Tips for Visiting Klimt Villa

Tickets for Klimt Villa can be purchased directly on site. Public guided tours are available on weekends and public holidays, and no prior registration is needed to join. The main entrance is step-free, and the exhibition areas, rooms, and garden are all wheelchair-accessible, including an accessible restroom. Seeing eye dogs are welcome, and your admission includes a smartphone audio guide service to enhance your visit.

Visitor Fit at Klimt Villa

The Klimt Villa in Vienna caters to a diverse audience, including solo visitors, couples, and groups interested in art, history, and architecture. It offers a relevant experience for students exploring Gustav Klimt's final studio and works. The venue is also designed to accommodate visitors with accessibility needs, providing wheelchair access throughout its exhibition areas, rooms, and extensive garden.

Klimt Villa Photo Gallery

Explore the Klimt Villa through images that capture the recreated studio of Gustav Klimt in Vienna, featuring period furnishings and the authentic atmosphere of his final working space. The gallery also highlights exhibition displays about his life and works, along with the extensive 6,000 m² garden, offering a visual preview of your visit.

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Exterior of the Klimt Villa with a large staircase and ornate railings
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The Klimt Villa exterior with a central entrance, symmetrical staircases, and ornate black iron railings
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