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A Bite of Art Culinary Delights

A still-life arrangement featuring a silver platter with oysters, surrounded by clusters of red and green grapes, slices of lemon, and a melon. Additional objects include a silver vessel and decorative items, all set on a richly draped table.

Food is wonderful, especially in art. Starting at Easter 2026, the Kunsthistorisches Museum will be taking visitors on a culinary journey through the Picture Gallery with a new themed trail.


Using selected masterpieces such as Bruegel’s Peasant Wedding, Jordaens’ Feast of the Bean King and other appetising examples, the tour traces the long tradition of depicting food and drink in art. Culinary delights, hunting successes, celebrations, or even deaths – food as a symbol of transience and finitude are just as much a theme as market scenes as a symbol of God’s rich creation.
 

Culinary Specials
Starting in January 2026, we invite you to enjoy exclusive art and culinary packages in the Cupola Hall. 
 

Breakfast at the museum

Start your day with a special artistic treat: before the museum opens, we invite you to a special themed programme focusing on culinary delights. From 9:30 a.m., you will receive exclusive access, focusing on the aspect of enjoyment in art. The morning will then conclude with a classic Viennese breakfast in our Café – an invitation to combine art and cuisine in a unique atmosphere.

The tour will be conducted in German and English. 

Vegetarian and vegan requests will be gladly accommodated.


This offer is available once a month from January to March and from September to November.
 

Ticket

 

A sesame seed bun is topped with layers of ham and scrambled eggs, garnished with chopped chives. The dish is served on a round plate beside a folded napkin and a knife. The background is minimal, emphasizing the food.
Aerial view of an ornate circular hall with intricate patterned flooring. Red upholstered seating is arranged around a central circular platform. Columns with decorative details rise from the floor, contributing to the grand architectural style of the space.

Dinner at the museum

An evening at the Kunsthistorisches Museum combines the best of art and cuisine. Our guests enjoy an exclusive dinner in the unique atmosphere of the historic Cupola Hall. The included themed tour begins at 8 p.m.
This offer is available on the first Thursday of April, May, and June.
 

Reservations via Gourmet

A gourmet plate features a perfectly cooked piece of meat, garnished with greens and vegetable accents. A person’s hand is seen drizzling sauce over the meat, adding a finishing touch to the elegant dish. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the food.
A waiter is serving wine to a couple dining at an elegant restaurant. The woman sits at the table smiling, while the man watches attentively. The dining area features plush red chairs and sophisticated decor, creating a luxurious atmosphere.
A person is seated at a dining table, holding a knife and fork, poised to eat a gourmet dish. The plate features a piece of steak accompanied by potato slices and a decorative sauce, surrounded by elegant dining utensils and wine glasses.
A gourmet plate featuring a tender beef filet glazed with sauce, alongside a bed of wild rice, fresh greens, and circular slices of potatoes. The dish is artistically garnished with a swirl of pea puree, presented elegantly on a white plate.

Guided Tours

Food and drink is a universal theme in art that has a long tradition dating back to the earliest creative expressions of humankind. Meals were much more than just a basic need and the regular intake of food.
It was also an expression of social status, power, wealth, and a pious way of life. It was a social and culinary event that people elevated to a multifaceted pleasure and staged experience.

The themed tours will take place from April 2026.

 

Two women are seated at a table inside a restaurant, sharing a drink while engaged in conversation. A large window behind them showcases a historical building and an evening sky, creating a scenic backdrop for their gathering. The atmosphere is cozy and elegant.
Aerial view of an ornate circular space featuring intricate flooring designs. Red sofas are arranged around a central circular area, surrounded by tall columns and decorative details on the walls, creating an elegant and grand atmosphere. Natural light filters through the architecture.

A tour for connoisseurs

The tour invites you to explore the museum individually and at your own pace. With the help of a clearly designed booklet, the path leads you to selected works and connects them to form a journey through art history. Optionally, an audio guide complements the experience with in-depth background information, personal perspectives, and interesting details.


Available on site from 1 April 2026.