Clock Museum (Uhrenmuseum)
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Tucked away in one of the oldest houses in Vienna near the Am Hof square, this museum contains over 3,000 timepieces spanning seven centuries. The collection ranges from massive tower clocks to tiny pocket watches and musical clocks. The sensory experience is characterized by the rhythmic ticking of hundreds of mechanisms and the chime of bells on the hour. Expert recommendation: Be there exactly at the turn of the hour to hear a cacophony of chimes from the various historic clocks. Practical pro tip: It’s a small, quiet museum often overlooked by crowds. It’s perfect for a 45-minute detour while exploring the city center. Note that it is closed on Mondays.
Highlights
- Massive collection of timepieces
- Unique historical building
- Chiming clocks on the hour
- Evolution of horology
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