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Austrian National Library
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The Austrian National Library (German: Österreichische Nationalbibliothek) is the largest library in Austria, with more than 12 million items in its various collections. The library is located in the Neue Burg Wing of the Hofburg. Since 2005, some of the collections have been relocated within the baroque structure of the Palais Mollard-Clary. Founded by the Habsburgs, the library was originally called the Imperial Court Library; the change to the current name occurred in 1920. The library complex includes four museums, as well as multiple special collections and archives.
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★ 4.6 3,010 reviews
Visit Time
~90 min
Best Time
Weekday mornings
Insider Tips
- · Book timed tickets ahead
- · Go early on weekdays
- · Allow 90 minutes or more
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