Its collections give a thorough and detailed overview of the development of Austrian military life since the beginning of the 17th century.
Outstanding exhibits include the automobile in which Archduke Francis Ferdinand rode and the uniform he wore when he was assassinated at Sarajevo in June of 1914 (the event touched off World War I) and an excellent display dealing with the Austro-Hungarian navy.
Arsenal, Objekt 1
1030 Wien
www.hgm.or.at
Guide dogs permitted
4 disabled parking spaces available.
Restrooms with access for disabled persons available.
Main entrance: ramp, side entrance to Franz-Joseph Hall: 2 steps (ramp), elevator to upper floor, access to Tank Garden (Panzergarten) on ground floor.
tram D, O, 18, bus 13A: Südbahnhof
tram 18: Fasangasse
bus 69A: Arsenal