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Daytime

Light and Lens in the West

Start with coffee in a historic setting, then head to the museum when the crowds are thin.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Cafe Jelinek

    Sit down for a coffee at Cafe Jelinek. This small coffee place is nicely lost in the middle of Mariahilf. In winter the rustic and warm oven is wonderful. In summer one can sit outdoors.

  2. 09:45

    WestLicht Center for Photography

    Walk to the WestLicht Center for Photography. Arrive at opening time to beat the crowds. The gallery hosts a permanent exhibit of unusual cameras, including underwater and toy cameras, KGB spy cameras, and one of the 30 modified Hasselblad cameras used on the Apollo moon mission. The gallery also hosts temporary exhibits and the renowned World Press Photo show for the world's best press pictures.

  3. 11:00

    Café Westend

    End your visit with a drink at Café Westend. Opened in 1900, the café has historic decor with old tables and mirrors. It is situated in front of the main railway station Westbahnhof, which makes it practical to wait here for upcoming trains.

Local tip

Check the route to WestLicht from Mariahilfer Strasse. The museum is open Tu, We, Fr 14:00-19:00; Th 14:00-21:00; PH, Sa, Su 11:00-19:00.

Check before you go

  • Cafe Jelinek is open 09:00-21:00.
  • WestLicht Center for Photography is open Tu, We, Fr 14:00-19:00; Th 14:00-21:00; PH, Sa, Su 11:00-19:00.
  • Café Westend is open Mo-Su 07:00-24:00.

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