House of Strauss

About the museum

The Casino Zögernitz in Döbling was built in 1837 and was a popular meeting place of Viennese society in the 19th century. The Strauss family of composers and other musicians performed here regularly; the hall is considered one of the authentic venues of Viennese ball culture.

The building was restored in historical style; marble floors, ceiling frescoes and Thonet furniture remain as witnesses of the era. The entrepreneur behind the project is considered to be Hermann Rauter. On October 25, 2023, the 198th birthday of Johann Strauss (the son), the House of Strauss opened here.

Across roughly 2,000 square meters, the house presents an audiovisual, interactive exhibition on the Strauss dynasty with media stations, LED walls and sculptures. At its center is the 350-square-meter Strauss Hall, where a roughly 15-minute multimedia show runs and concerts take place. The holdings of the Johann-Strauss-Dynastie-Museum, closed in 2020, have been incorporated into the new house.

Highlights

• Historic Strauss Hall from 1837 with multimedia show
• About 10 audiovisual experience stations on the Strauss dynasty
• Free audio guide, narrated by Thomas Strauss
• Classical concerts in the original hall
• Restaurant Simon in the house

Founded

2023

Admission & discounts

Prices according to the price list of the ÖBB Plus promotion 2026 (regular price on site); a price list is visible on the museum page only in the online ticket shop. 20% discount with the Wien-Karte (Vienna Card). Combo package of concert, museum visit and a glass of sparkling wine (Sekt) from €69.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Main entrance without steps, elevator available, two accessible parking spaces near the entrance (information from Wien Tourismus).

Kids & families

• Hands-on stations

Interactive media stations also appeal to younger visitors; children under 6 enter free.

Getting there & parking

Döblinger Hauptstraße 76, 1190 Wien.

Amenities & dining

• Restaurant
• Museum shop

Restaurant Simon in the house (Tue–Sat 11:00–22:00); museum shop.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent

Event inquiries via the house's contact page; the historic Strauss Hall is also used for concerts.

Plan your visit