Gemäldegalerie der Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien

The painting gallery at Vienna's Academy of Fine Arts displays around 1,600 works spanning from the 14th century to modern times across its exhibition spaces. The collection brings together major masters including Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and works by Hieronymus Bosch.

The collection began in 1822 when Count Lamberg-Sprinzenstein donated around 800 paintings to the Academy, establishing the foundation of the gallery. The collection expanded significantly over subsequent decades through additional acquisitions and donations.

The gallery still functions as a teaching space where art students study the works on display as part of their education. This connection between learning and collection shapes how visitors experience the place.

The museum sits at Schillerplatz in central Vienna and opens several days per week, so check ahead before your visit to confirm current hours. The galleries flow naturally and allow comfortable browsing through the works without feeling rushed.

The gallery holds the Last Judgment Triptych by Hieronymus Bosch, painted between 1490 and 1508 and considered one of the treasures of European art. Visitors often find themselves drawn to this work for its intricate detail and imaginative scenes.

Location: Vienna

Location: Innere Stadt

Inception: 1822

Official opening: 1872

Part of: Academy of Fine Arts Vienna

Address: Schillerplatz 3

Website: http://akademiegalerie.at

GPS coordinates: 48.20163,16.36524

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02