Secession

Beautiful architecture, especially when considering the period in which it was built. Unfortunately we were only able to access one room at the time of our visit, but the curation was well worth the stop. Beautiful original pieces by Gustav Klimt coupled with classical music

Very disappointed with this exhibition. For 12 euros, there was only one small room dedicated to Klimt’s artwork, featuring just three wall paintings. The rest of the exhibit was mostly contemporary art, which wasn’t what I was expecting as Secession. If you’re hoping to see a significant collection of Klimt’s work, you might want to look elsewhere or make sure if it’s okay for 12euro.

If you are Klimt lover, it’s worth a visit. They have interesting contemporary art happening on the first floor and klimt’s fresco downstairs. The gift shop has great posters and books! Love the architecture, it’s like a little church/temple for Klimt & Co. art movement.

This was a huge huge disappointment. I’m a big fan of all the Secession artists and was expecting to see a lot more when it was just a few rooms of art which were also 90% temporary exhibitions which were very weak and not rich at all. There was only one room with Klimts work and that was it. The tickets are still as expensive as any other museum and I was really surprised to see such a low quality and quantity of artwork inside.

The only place to see the remarkable Beethoven frieze, however the other presentations were pretty challenging. We went on the first Wednesday of the month which is free, but I can imagine feeling fairly short changed if I had paid 9 euros. Obviously the other works on display change so your mileage will vary.

LOVE the building but the galleries (with the exception of the large one on the ground level) are too small or tucked away up or down multiple staircases. The shows I saw on my visit were also not remarkable in any way. I would much prefer the Secession Museum focus on all things from that period and also if visitors had access to the roof to see the dome.

The building of the Wiener Secession, built by Joseph Maria Olbrich, has a striking, architectonic appearance from the outside. While various modern exhibitions are located on the upper floor of the building, which is used as an art museum, a permanent exhibition is held on the lower floor. Klimt's Beethoven Frieze is on permanent display here, in a room created according to his measurements, and is a work worth seeing. During your visit, you can spend time comfortably in the room and, if you wish, listen to a part of the 9th symphony through the headphones provided. This is a really nice experience. Although we liked the permanent exhibition of Klimt's work and the building in general, we did not like the temporary exhibition and its display at all on the date we visited. The entrance fee to the museum is fixed and includes everything. So, you may have to pay for a ridiculous exhibition to see the building and Beethoven Frieze. Therefore, before entering, I recommend that you get information about the temporary exhibition inside and then decide.

The Secession buiding is stunning and we were lucky to visit it with our History of Art teacher from university who explained all the symbolism. The Klimt frieze is outstanding.

"To every age its art, to every art its freedom." (In golden letters over the entrance of Secession Building) Art Nouveau is in my heart and soul. It been since my inner rebel brought me to art school, against all opinions and odds. I am in awe to all people this building represent - from Olbrich who designed it, to artists movement it was built for - for love of art, progress and artistic freedom. The intricate details of the facades, golden globe spills out in array of golden leaves and musical lines of the trees. Medusa heads adorn main entrance, and on the side, you can also see three owls, which I love the most. Of course, the main attraction is Klimt's Beethoven Frieze on display - very iconic to whole Art Nouveau movement. (Gift shop at the entrance sells quality posters of most famous art nouveau artists, you would not leave empty-handed) A must see for all Art Nouveau lovers and for all rebel spirits out there.

We were hoping to see a lot of Klimt's works but the was actually very little. There's a huge piece in the lower part of the building which is impressive. The rest was audio/video pieces which weren't that interesting and looked to be filler at best. For us this was a waste of money and would not recommend.

The building alone is a must-see for anyone interested in Art Nouveau architecture or for someone interested in very contemporary, experimental art. While the space is small, it has the famous Klimt in the basement that represented Beethoven's 9th symphony. It's very beautiful and moving. Otherwise, I wasn't particularly moved by the two temporary exhibits. (I wish there was a way to pay just for the Klimt!) Nonetheless, the space is really nice. At least walk around the building to check out the architecture and decor.

Wow! I greatly anticipated this visit... Loved the architecture, the ideals, and the Klimt paintings in the basement. Besides that, it was a big disappointment. Really, lots of empty space: an area lightly filled with some modern sculpture, and one room showing a small film on an artist wrestling. OK, I thought this was weird. Maybe I just don't get modern art, but truly, most of the the space was empty and white. I imagined there would be more art deco, at least in the architecture, but it is very plain inside. So, hmmm... Meh about sums it up. Could have saved the $$ and enjoyed the exterior and looked in the lobby for free. Klimt is everywhere here in Vienna. We saw multiple pieces in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Leopold, and the Upper Belvedere (the Kiss). A truly amazing feast of Klint options. If you have limited time, you might try any one of the others.

This place probably takes about 15 minutes in total to see. Klimt's Beethovenfries is a masterpiece. The building itself has fantastic architecture. Temporary exhibitions however are completely random and out of place. Cash only.