Crescent moon over the Nile

New special exhibition at the Papyrus Museum
We are restoring

300 years of baroque splendour

Austrian National Library

Welcome to the Austrian National Library – the country’s largest library and central memory institution.

Use the library service of a » modern information centre.
Discover the holdings and treasures from » eight collections.
Experience » the State Hall and five museums with their exciting permanent and temporary exhibitions.

State Hall

The State Hall will be closed for restoration work from July 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. During this time, no guided tours or visits can take place in the State Hall. We thank you for your understanding. Alternatively, visit the museums of the Austrian National Library: the Literature Museum, the Papyrus Museum, the Globe Museum, the Esperanto Museum and the House of Austrian History look forward to your visit! With the Universal week ticket for EUR 10,- in seven days to all five museums, valid until December 31, 2022. Tickets available at the service desks only.