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Family visit at Technisches Museum Wien

Practical tips for exploring science and industry with kids in Vienna

Technisches Museum Wien offers a variety of interactive exhibits covering transport, energy, and everyday technology that can be engaging for visitors of all ages. This page provides guidance on what to consider when bringing younger visitors to the museum. Please verify specific family ticket options and current event schedules via the official website before you visit.

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The Technisches Museum Wien offers dedicated interactive play areas for young children and discovery-focused exhibits for older children. Families can explore scientific themes through hands-on stations and a specialized audio guide tour.

The Technisches Museum Wien provides an engaging environment for families, offering dedicated interactive discovery zones tailored to various developmental stages. Young children can explore the specialized minTi and miniXplore areas, while older visitors may enjoy hands-on exhibits focused on themes such as mobility and technology. Families are supported in their museum experience by resources like the TMW ToGo app, which features a dedicated audio tour designed for younger audiences.

Recommended age: Ages 1–8

Family highlights

  • Dedicated miniXplore area for children aged 3–8 to discover and try out science concepts.
  • Dedicated minTi area for toddlers and preschoolers aged 1.5–5.
  • TMW ToGo app includes a children-specific audio tour: 'Technology, Fun and Magic'.
  • Interactive exhibitions including Locomotive.Adventure and Mobility.
  • Free museum admission for all children and youth under 19.
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What children can see and do

Children can play and explore in dedicated zones, engage with hands-on technology exhibits, and use the TMW ToGo app which features a children's tour titled 'Technology, Fun and Magic'.

Age guidance

The minTi area is specifically for children aged 1.5 to 5, while the miniXplore area is for children aged 3 to 8.

Practical information

Time-slot reservations are required for the minTi and miniXplore play areas. Children under 19 receive free admission with a valid photo ID.

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The Technisches Museum Wien offers a variety of interactive resources designed for younger visitors, including dedicated play and exploration zones like minTi and miniXplore. Families can also supplement their experience with a free, child-friendly digital audio guide. Please note that time-slot reservations are required for the museum's specialized play areas.

Play area

minTi

Ages 1–5Booking required

The minTi area provides a dedicated, safe space for younger children to explore, discover, and move within the museum.

Age guidance: Specifically designed for children between 1.5 and 5 years old.

Practical information: A time-slot reservation is required to access this area.

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Play area

miniXplore

Ages 3–8Booking required

miniXplore is a hands-on exhibition space focused on engaging children in scientific and technical play.

Age guidance: Recommended for children between 3 and 8 years old.

Practical information: A time-slot reservation is required to access this area.

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Kids audio guide

TMW ToGo App Children's Tour

Free

The museum's official app offers a special children's tour to guide young visitors through the museum's exhibitions.

Practical information: The app is available for download for free.

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