Imperial Treasury Vienna: Tickets

Imperial Treasury Vienna Tickets and Information

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• Imperial Treasury Address: Hofburg, Schweizerhof, 1010, Vienna.
• Opening Hours: Daily from 09:00 - 17:30

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Is The Imperial Treasury in Vienna Worth Visiting

• It’s possibly one of the most important treasury collections in the world, so we definitely think so, yes!

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What You See at Imperial Treasury Vienna

• Jewellery, weapons, crowns and other important pieces

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About Imperial Treasury Vienna

The Imperial Treasury in Vienna (Kaiserliche Schatzkammer) is one of the city’s most important museums and a must-see for history enthusiasts. The treasury sits within the Hofburg Palace, which is Vienna’s former imperial residence, and it houses an extraordinary collection of priceless artefacts from the Habsburg dynasty, which was one of Europe’s most powerful royal families.

The collection is managed by the Kunsthistorisches Museum, which is one of the city's major museums, and the treasury displays centuries-old regalia, religious relics, and unique items that represent the vast wealth, culture, and power of the Habsburgs.

What You Can See On Display

• Austrian Imperial Crown: Crafted in the early 17th century, the Austrian Imperial Crown is an incredible work of art. Made of gold, enamel, and jewels, the crown is one of the most famous pieces on display.
• Holy Lance: Also called the ‘Spear of Destiny’, this is one of the most legendary artefacts, which is believed to have pierced Jesus' side at the crucifixion.
• Burgundian Treasure: This includes items from the 15th-century duchy of Burgundy, and offers insights into mediaeval European wealth.
• Holy Roman Empire Imperial Crown: The crown which is covered with precious stones and gold, represents the Holy Roman Empire's power and influence.
• ‍Reliquaries: Various religious artefacts which include relics of saints, are displayed, and are often encased in elaborate gold and jewel-encrusted containers.
• The Robes of the Order of the Golden Fleece: Incredible robes worn by members of the order and showing their importance.
• The Giant Emerald Vessel: It's said the incredible vessel was actually crafted from a single emerald by a famous gem-cutter called Dionysio Miseroni, who was commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand III to create it from the single stone that was said to have been two intergrown stones, which is how it was so big. The vessel dates back to 1641.
• The Agate Bowl: Agate, which is a semi-precious stone which is known for it's beautiful layered appearance and the bowl at the museum is crafted from a single piece of stone and dates back to around the 4-7th century. Its known for its unusual markings which includes a natural pattern in the stone which actually resembles Arabic script, with different interpretations of what it says.
• Ceremonial Swords: The collection also includes a series of beautiful ceremonial swords with intricate designs.

The Imperial Treasury Vienna is a very popular place to visit, especially during the peak tourist months, so we suggest booking tickets online and arriving early to try and avoid the crowds. It's a must for your 'Things to do in Vienna' list, in our opinion.

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