At a Glance

The Museum der Moderne Salzburg is one of Austria’s most important institutions for modern and contemporary art. Spread across two locations that are impressive in terms of both architecture and urban design—the historic Rupertinum in the heart of the Old Town and the spectacular Mönchsberg site high above the city rooftops—the museum presents international art from the 20th and 21st centuries across more than 3,000 square meters of exhibition space. In addition to rotating, high-caliber special exhibitions, it houses extensive permanent collections as well as the Federal Photography Collection.

The Two Locations: Architectural Contrast

The Museum der Moderne is distinguished by the captivating interplay between two completely different building complexes:

• Rupertinum (Old Town): This 17th-century Baroque building opened its doors in 1983 as a center for the collection and exhibition of modern art. Situated in the heart of the Festival District, the Rupertinum offers an intimate atmosphere. Its focus lies primarily on graphic art, photography, and cabinet-style presentations.
• Mönchsberg (High above Salzburg): Opened in 2004, this new building—designed by the Milan and Munich-based architectural firm Aicher Zogmayer Brikner—projects boldly out over the cliffs of the Mönchsberg. Its façade, clad in local Untersberg marble, features narrow vertical grooves that create a rhythmic visual effect.

Inside, the building impresses with spacious, light-filled galleries, while its outdoor area offers one of the most spectacular panoramic views of Salzburg’s Old Town.

Collection Highlights and Artistic Profile

The Museum der Moderne Salzburg houses a collection of international renown that is continuously expanding:

• Permanent Collection: This comprises thousands of works of modern and contemporary art dating from the early 20th century onwards. A particular focus lies on Austrian artists associated with Classical Modernism, as well as post-war and contemporary art.
• Austrian Gallery Belvedere / Loans: Through collaborations and long-term loans (including the Generali Foundation Collection), the museum possesses outstanding holdings of conceptual, performance, and media art.
• Austrian Photographic Collection: The museum manages the extensive federal photography collection, which includes tens of thousands of works. Consequently, photography plays a central role in the museum’s annual exhibition and research programs.
• Visitor Experience and Cultural Hub
  Beyond their exhibition spaces, both locations serve as vibrant cultural venues. At the Mönchsberg site, the enjoyment of art blends seamlessly with dining and nature: the on-site restaurant features a terrace overlooking Hohensalzburg Fortress. Access is convenient thanks to the Mönchsberg lift—built into the mountain itself—which connects the Old Town directly to the museum foyer in just a few seconds.

Through a diverse educational program, art talks, workshops for children and young people, and international research projects, the Museum der Moderne has established itself as a key hub within the European art scene.

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Admission prices for the Museum der Moderne Salzburg are standardly structured as a combined ticket for both locations (Mönchsberg & Altstadt / Rupertinum). The ticket is valid for seven days from the date of purchase, allowing for a single visit to each of the two locations.

Single Tickets

Notes & Savings Tips

• Salzburg Card: If you hold the official Salzburg Card, admission to both locations of the Museum der Moderne and use of the Mönchsberg elevator are free.
• Guided Tours: A small surcharge of €4 is usually added to the ticket price for participation in public guided tours (free with an annual pass).

By car

Since Salzburg’s Old Town is largely a pedestrian zone and the Mönchsberg is not open to private vehicle traffic, the best option is to park in the nearby parking garages:

Altstadtgarage (Mönchsberg Garage / Festival Hall Garages)

• Location: The garage is built directly into the Mönchsberg (access via Hildmannplatz / Neutorstraße).
• Advantage: From Altstadtgarage A or B, it is just a short walk to the Mönchsberg Lift (for the museum building on the hill) or through the Neutor tunnel to the Rupertinum.
• Culture Rate: If you have your parking ticket validated at the museum ticket desk, you receive a discounted parking rate for the Altstadtgarage.

By public transport

To the Mönchsberg location (via the Mönchsberg Lift)

• Transport hub: Salzburg Anton-Neumayr-Platz stop (or Zentrum / Gstättengasse).
• Bus lines:
  • From Salzburg Central Station: Take trolleybus lines 1, 10, or 25 to the Anton-Neumayr-Platz stop.
  • The journey takes approx. 10 minutes.
• The lift to the museum: The valley station of the Mönchsberg Lift is located right at the Gstättengasse / Anton-Neumayr-Platz stop.

It travels through the interior of the mountain, taking just 30 seconds to reach the foyer of the Museum der Moderne Salzburg Mönchsberg directly.

For the Rupertinum location (Old Town)

• Stop: Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz or Ferdinand-Hanusch-Platz.
• Bus lines:
  • From the main train station (Hauptbahnhof), take trolleybus lines 1, 3, 5, 6, or 10 to Ferdinand-Hanusch-Platz or Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz.
• Walking route: From the stop, it is just a 2- to 3-minute walk through the Festival District and along Wiener-Philharmoniker-Gasse to the Museum der Moderne Salzburg Old Town (Rupertinum).