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Madame Tussauds Vienna: Explore Over 80 Lifelike Wax Figures and Interactive Exhibits

Encounter historical personalities, local celebrities, and international stars at this unique Prater attraction.

Step into the captivating world of Madame Tussauds in Vienna, located within the vibrant Prater. This immersive attraction showcases over 80 meticulously crafted wax figures, ranging from Austrian historical icons like Empress Sisi and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to global personalities. Engage with interactive displays and discover the special "Sisi Uncovered Experience" for an in-depth look into Empress Elisabeth's life.

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Exhibition summary

Madame Tussauds in Vienna's Prater features over 80 lifelike wax figures of historical personalities, local celebrities, and international stars across three floors. Visitors can interact with figures in specially created settings, including a special 'Sisi Uncovered Experience' detailing the life of Empress Elisabeth.

Curatorial context

The world-famous Madame Tussauds wax museum is a significant attraction within Vienna's Prater, housing over 80 meticulously crafted wax figures. Spread across 2,000 m² over three floors, the museum features local personalities such as Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Falco, Maria Theresia, and Gustav Klimt, alongside international celebrities like Johnny Depp, Nicole Kidman, and global figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela. Visitors can engage in interactive experiences, such as conducting a waltz with Johann Strauss or taking an intelligence test against Albert Einstein. Launched in February 2017, the "Sisi Uncovered Experience" offers an in-depth look at Empress Elisabeth's life through a 200 m² exhibit utilizing ultra-modern technology, 3D animations, and sensory impressions to create an authentic historical immersion. The production of each wax figure is an extensive process, taking three to six months and requiring over 500 body measurements and approximately 200 photographs, with each figure representing about 800 hours of work and an investment of around €200,000. Visitors are encouraged to take photographs and selfies with the figures.

Admission and ticket notes

Standard ticket price is €26.50, with reduced tickets available on-site. The attraction is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with last entry at 5 p.m. While most facilities are accessible, there are capacity limits for wheelchair users (nine per floor) which may cause waiting times.

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Am Hof Square
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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