Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien
Circus & Clown Museum Wien

Welcome to the
Circus & Clown Museum!

“Archive of real dreams and dreamed reality!”— André Heller

Sunday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Free admission!
Vienna's funniest museum!

About us

We do not only preserve unique props, costumes, and posters of circuses, clowns, and artists from days gone by — we also enable our visitors, as part of a wide range of events, to experience circus and magic artists live on our stage!

Shows & Events —
also a museum circus!

Mon. July 20, 202610:00 AM – 11:30 AM

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Night at the Circus & Clown Museum

Night at the Circus & Clown Museum

Clowns, Artists, and Sensations

Thu. September 17, 20267:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Be there when history comes alive and let yourself be enchanted! Experience an unforgettable night full of magic, nostalgia, and fun at 'Night at the Circus & Clown Museum'! Begin your evening with a sparkling champagne reception before diving into the fascinating world of the circus. Go on a journey through time in the museum and listen to exciting stories about the Vienna Prater, the golden era of Varieté, and the beginnings of the circus in Vienna. Learn why clowns are more important today than ever and let yourself be captivated by the heroic deeds of artists and acrobats — from tightrope walkers to daring animal tamers. Discover the secrets of magic and brave a visit to the breathtaking Freak Show, where you can feel the thrill yourself by sitting on a bed of nails. As the crowning finale, a unique live show awaits you that will put an even wider smile on your face. Immerse yourself in the archive of real dreams and dreamed reality and experience a night full of wonder and joy at the Circus & Clown Museum!

Show details
36 Euro
Night at the Circus & Clown Museum

Night at the Circus & Clown Museum

Clowns, Artists, and Sensations

Sat. September 19, 20267:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Be there when history comes alive and let yourself be enchanted! Experience an unforgettable night full of magic, nostalgia, and fun at 'Night at the Circus & Clown Museum'! Begin your evening with a sparkling champagne reception before diving into the fascinating world of the circus. Go on a journey through time in the museum and listen to exciting stories about the Vienna Prater, the golden era of Varieté, and the beginnings of the circus in Vienna. Learn why clowns are more important today than ever and let yourself be captivated by the heroic deeds of artists and acrobats — from tightrope walkers to daring animal tamers. Discover the secrets of magic and brave a visit to the breathtaking Freak Show, where you can feel the thrill yourself by sitting on a bed of nails. As the crowning finale, a unique live show awaits you that will put an even wider smile on your face. Immerse yourself in the archive of real dreams and dreamed reality and experience a night full of wonder and joy at the Circus & Clown Museum!

Show details
36 Euro
ORF Lane Nacht der Museen

ORF Lane Nacht der Museen

Sat. October 3, 20266:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Welcome to the glamorous world of Varieté! Juggling, clowning, and astonishing magic. Featuring 'The Great Zampano', 'Ju Fool' — Austria's youngest clown & magician — and 'Marijan' the juggling artist. Free admission, limited seats!

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19 Euro
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Fassade Aussenansicht
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Kassa Shop Flohmarkt
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Eingangsbereich Cafe
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Prater Variete Ausstellung
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Innenansicht Pferd Klavier
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Museumstheater Showbuehne
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Ausstellungshalle Thron
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Reise Koffer Kostueme
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Trapez Leopard Exponate
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Elephant Ringmaster Uniformen
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Bauchredner Puppen Ausstellung
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Zauberei Magie Ausstellung
Circus Clown Museum Wien: Fakir Nagelbrett Ausstellung

Fun and the best entertainment
in Vienna's funniest museum!

Guided Tours

Guided Tours

Professional, interactive tours for all ages—from preschoolers and school groups to adult groups and seniors.

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Children's Birthday

Children's Birthday

Give your child an experience with a live clown show, magic, and gift presentation in the spotlight!

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Rent Event Location

Rent Event Location

A setting as unique as your event. Celebrate in the inspiring atmosphere of our collection—exclusive, historic, unforgettable.

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Museum Insight & News

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Vienna and Budapest Share Their Circus Treasures
History

Vienna and Budapest Share Their Circus Treasures

During the historic artifact exchange with Budapest, circus treasures return to where they came from

Circus Flea Market at the Museum: 240 Collectors on a Treasure Hunt
Flea market

Circus Flea Market at the Museum: 240 Collectors on a Treasure Hunt

Rare posters and program booklets changed hands at the Circus & Clown Museum's big flea market.

Behind the Scenes: Work in the Photo Archive
Archive Work

Behind the Scenes: Work in the Photo Archive

Aerial acrobatics, handstands, lost tricks: Historian Christoph Enzinger brings order to thousands of circus photos

Maestro Voronin Visits the Circus- & Clownmuseum Wien
Visit of the Month

Maestro Voronin Visits the Circus- & Clownmuseum Wien

Illusionist Evgeniy Voronin and magician Aurore Mourgues browsed through posters, costumes and magic manuscripts...

This is what our guests say

Eva Muñoz - Glitzer-Kids Kinderschminken
Eva Muñoz - Glitzer-Kids Kinderschminken

Vienna, Austria

"A charming, cheerful museum that not only evokes nostalgia but also puts a real smile on your face. Specifically, I would like to..."more
Frank Benson
Frank Benson

Vienna, Austria

"It is certainly not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Vienna, but it is one of the few free museums in the Aust..."more
Bianca W
Bianca W

Vienna, Austria

"What a brilliant place this is. A treasure trove of circus memorabilia through the ages. There is so much to see, from costumes an..."more
Link1140
Link1140

Vienna, Austria

"Impressive ambience meets real circus history. A must for every fan and those who want to become one."
Isabel Pirsic
Isabel Pirsic

Vienna, Austria

"I know quite a lot of people being uneasy about clowns, but this museum might even to them be a very friendly, comfortable place...."more
Krzysztof Cichoń
Krzysztof Cichoń

Vienna, Austria

"I am not really interested in circus, so I went out of boredom, but I came out very happy. A man who is part of the museum team to..."more
Lia Valentina
Lia Valentina

Vienna, Austria

"Great museum, with enthusiastic and dedicated performers. You can feel the fun that the actors have in their work and pass on to t..."more
Lou 93
Lou 93

Vienna, Austria

"We loved it!!!😍 A really cool museum and something completely different. Very lovingly designed and the trip is really worth it. ..."more
Lucrezia Borgia
Lucrezia Borgia

Vienna, Austria

"A gem in Leopoldstadt, exciting for young and old! Interesting presentation of the history of clowns and circus in Austria & other..."more
Pablo D.
Pablo D.

Vienna, Austria

"A visit to the Circus and Clown Museum in Vienna is an absolute must! The collection is impressive and offers a wonderful journey ..."more
R G
R G

Vienna, Austria

"Incredibly well-curated collection! This hidden gem is definitely worth a visit and comes alive thanks to the nice gentleman of th..."more
Ramona van der Made- van der Linden
Ramona van der Made- van der Linden

Vienna, Austria

"A great circus and clown collection With unique items. Very nice to visit while you are in Wien Nice atmosphere, very kind and fri..."more
Robin Wedenig
Robin Wedenig

Vienna, Austria

"As soon as you enter the museum, you are in a completely different world and can't stop marveling. You forget everything around yo..."more
Safiie Tymriienko
Safiie Tymriienko

Vienna, Austria

"Interesting museum. Quite warm in winter. There are hangers for outerwear. There is a toilet. Lots of nice costumes. Very friendly..."more
Walter Knapp
Walter Knapp

Vienna, Austria

"Wow wow wow, a museum designed with an extreme amount of warmth and love. A visit is an absolute MUST. And thank you for the frien..."more
Alessia
Alessia

Vienna, Austria

"Very nice and interesting museum. A large collection of pieces, costumes, and everything related to the circus world. Very friendl..."more
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We look forward to seeing you

Visit us at the museum with free admission every Sunday from 10 am – 1 pm or sign up for our next event!