Leopold Museum

The Neue Hofburg, also known as the New Hofburg Palace, stands as the latest and most magnificent addition to the Hofburg complex located in Vienna and houses three important collections of the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna: the Weltmuseum Wien, the Imperial Armoury and the Collection of Historic Musical Instruments. New highlight: The new House of Habsburg audio tour provides a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of one of the most powerful European dynasties of the last millennium. Embark on a fascinating journey through the history of the Habsburg dynasty. Admire armours that cost the equivalent of a high-end sports car today. See a fortepiano that was once played by Mozart. Pass through those halls and rooms which are imbued with the spirit of Sisi. The tour passes through those halls and rooms which are imbued with the spirit of Sisi; sadly, the Empress, who was murdered in 1898, never took up residence in the rooms that were originally intended for her.