Artist and architect Friedrich Hundertwasser was famously opposed to straight lines and uniformity, calling them "the devil's tools," and this municipal apartment building, completed in 1985, is his best-known built expression of that philosophy — a patchwork facade of different colours, uneven floors, irregular windows, and trees growing straight out of the building itself.
What you can actually see
Hundertwasserhaus is a working residential building, so the interior isn't open to visitors — the experience is walking around and admiring the exterior, which is more than enough given how much detail is packed into the facade. Across the street, the Hundertwasser Village shopping arcade echoes the same style and is open to browse.
KunstHausWien
A short walk away, KunstHausWien is a museum designed by Hundertwasser himself in the same uneven, colourful style, housing a permanent collection of his work alongside rotating contemporary art exhibitions — the natural next stop if the house itself leaves you wanting more.
Local tip
This is a quick stop, not a half-day destination — pair it with a wander through the surrounding Landstraße district or fold it into a day that also covers the Belvedere, which isn't far away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you go inside Hundertwasserhaus?
No, it's a private residential building — visitors view it from the outside only.
Is Hundertwasserhaus worth visiting?
Yes, if unusual architecture interests you — it's a quick, free stop that looks like nothing else in the city.