Demokratikum - Experience Parliament

Learn about offers for visitors, plan your trip, or get in touch with our team at the visitor center.

Please note

    It will not be possible to access the Parliament Building on September 27, 28 and 30, 2024

    It will not be possible to access the Parliamentary Library on September 25 and 26, 2024.

    About the Demokratikum

    Located directly under the Colonnaded Hall on an area of 1,500 m2, the Visitor Center "Demokratikum – Experience Parliament" welcomes visitors to learn about parliamentarism and explore the rich history of the Austrian Parliament.

    Addressing visitors of all ages and educational levels - from elementary school children to students and families to senior citizens, the Demokratikum - Experience Parliament appeals to those interested in politics, history and architecture, as well as people looking to immerse themselves in these topics through an experience-oriented approach.

    27 interactive media stations in present the Parliament and its processes in a factual and understandable way. All of the content is offered in German and English.

    Ausstellung in der Agora
    Parlamentsdirektion/Johannes Zinner

    Information about entering Parliament

    All visitors to Parliament are requested to register their visit in advance. After registering your name, you will be sent an individual QR code. When you arrive, please show this code together with your official photo ID at the entrance.

    If online registration is not possible in advance, access is also possible by scanning an official photo ID at the desk in the entrance area. Please note that this may result in longer waiting times. We will conduct a security check before admitting you to the Parliament Building.

    In either case, please bring your photo ID with you when you visit Parliament. Please keep in mind that a coat check is mandatory.

    Register here
    Hinweis Zutritt zum Parlamentsgebäude
    Parlamentsdirektion

    Opening hours

    • Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm CET
    • Thursdays from 8am to 9pm CET
    • Saturdays from 9am to 5pm CET (last entry at 4.30pm)

    Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.

    • On days with Council sittings, extended opening hours until 9pm (or until the end of the Council sitting)
    • Closed on Sundays and public holidays

    Opening hours of the KELSEN Restaurants

    Highlights for Visitors

    No matter your age or interests, we've got something for you! See what's going on in the Parliament.

    Elementary school group with tour guide at the Demokratikum Experience Parliament

    Youth & Parliament

    Democracy starts young. Discover educational programming for children and youth.

    Bookshelves at the library

    Parliamentary Library & Archives

    Visit and explore the collections of the Parliamentary Library and Archives.

    Fassade des Parlamentsgebäudes

    The Parliament Building

    Learn about the unique building envisioned by architect Theophil Hansen, its rich history and architecture.

    Aufbau der Kunstinstallation von Eva Schlegel

    Art in Parliament

    Austria's Parliament is home to a variety of temporary and permanent art pieces from presidential portraits to commissioned artworks created for the space.

    Camera person at work in the Demokratikum Experience Parliament

    Press & Media

    Journalists and reporters can find relevant information on our dedicated Press & Media page.

    Exhibition Design

    The exhibition spaces of the Demokratikum – Experience Parliament were developed by the Parliamentary Administration and Atelier Brückner.