Explore Museum Judenplatz: A Unique Memorial and Exhibition on Medieval Jewish Life in Vienna

The Museum Judenplatz is a site of remembrance dedicated to the medieval Jewish life in Vienna. It combines Rachel Whiteread's memorial, the excavation of the medieval synagogue, and a museum about medieval Judaism, forming a unified memorial space.

The Judenplatz is a unique site of remembrance, integrating Rachel Whiteread's memorial with the excavated ruins of a medieval synagogue and a museum dedicated to medieval Judaism. The museum, operated by the Jewish Museum Vienna, features exhibition spaces on the medieval Jewish community in Vienna, a virtual tour of 14th-century Vienna, and the excavation site of the medieval synagogue. The exhibition showcases the religious, cultural, and social life of Viennese Jews in the Middle Ages, leading up to their expulsion and annihilation in 1420/21, known as the "Wiener Gesera." The foundations of the destroyed synagogue and selected archaeological finds are visible in the underground museum rooms. Temporary exhibitions are also held on the ground floor. The Schoa Memorial by Rachel Whiteread is a central element, with floor tiles listing the names of places where Austrian Jews were killed during the Nazi era.

Admission to the Museum Judenplatz is €15 for a standard ticket, which also grants access to the Jewish Museum. A 13% discount is available with the Vienna City Card. Opening hours vary, with Fridays having shorter hours and Sundays typically open until 6:00 PM, though extended hours may apply during summer time on Fridays.