Vienna
Wiener Stadthalle
Vienna
BODY WORLDS – The Rhythm Of Life: opens November 21, 2025
"BODY WORLDS – The Rhythm Of Life" is uniquely curated by Dr. Angelina Whalley to show the fragility, resilience and strength of the human body. The extraordinary real specimens demonstrate the complexity, resilience and vulnerability of the human body. The exhibition presents the body in health and distress, its vulnerabilities and potential, and many of the challenges the human body faces as it navigates the 21st Century. Visitors will marvel at the life processes that are captured in the exhibition and will leave with a new appreciation of the power we have to keep our bodies healthy.
Specimens on display stem from the Institute for Plastination’s body donation program and are preserved through plastination, a remarkable scientific process invented by pioneering anatomist Dr. Gunther von Hagens.
opening hours
daily
PRICES
Fees: Additional fees may apply when ordering online or by phone.
*Concessions: Only on presentation of a valid ID: school pupils, trainees over 18, students up to 30 years, seniors 65+, people with disabilities (from 50 % DoD).
**School pupils in class: Applies to general education schools, vocational schools and vocational schools.
Free admission: Teachers (with a valid teacher's ID) and trainee teachers (with a certificate from the school), persons accompanying individuals with disabilities (mark B), body donors from the Institute of Plastination, children under 7 years, representatives of the press. The free ticket will be handed out at the box office.
Time-Slot Ticket
Time slot tickets are offered to ensure a pleasant visit without long waiting times. These allow access within the booked time slot. The length of stay is unlimited. Tickets are also available at the box office.
Flex / Gift Ticket
Stay flexible or give away tickets without a time limit. With flex/gift tickets, a one-time visit is possible at any time during opening hours.
Schools & Groups
Booking enquiries to koerperwelten@reservix.at or by phone + 43 14170926 (Mon–Fri: 9 am–6 pm).
Audio Guide
Listen and learn! With the audio guide, you can organise your visit to the exhibition according to your personal interests. The audio guide is available in German and English and can be rented for €3.50.
Monday = 2for1 Student day
On Mondays, 2 students receive two tickets for the price of one student ticket on presentation of their student ID (except on public holidays).
The EXHIBITION IS BILINGUAL (EN/DE) AND BARRIER-FREE.
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More InformationWiener Stadthalle | Studio F
Roland-Rainer-Platz 1
1150 Wien
Austria
By public transport
Underground: U6 (Burggasse-Stadthalle station) and U3 (Schweglerstraße station)
Tram: Lines 6 and 18 (Burggasse-Stadthalle station) and lines 9 and 49 (Urban-Loritz-Platz station)
Parking
There are several car parks near the Wiener Stadthalle, including the Stadthallen car park (Möringgasse 9), the Hofferplatz car park (Hofferplatz) and the Westbahnhof car park (Felberstraße 1).
FAQ
frequently asked questions
Each BODY WORLDS exhibition contains real human specimens, including whole-body plastinates as well as individual organs, organ configurations and translucent body slices. The spectacular plastinates in the exhibition take the visitor on an exciting journey of discovery under the skin. It provides a comprehensive insight into the anatomy and physiology of the human body. In addition to organ functions, common diseases are described in an easily understood manner by comparing healthy and affected organs. They show the long-term impact of diseases and addictions, such as tobacco or alcohol consumption, and demonstrate the mechanics of artificial knee and hip joints.
Anyone interested in learning what makes us human. Adults of all ages and children will find the exhibits fascinating. Given the nature of the BODY WORLDS exhibits, it is up to parents, guardians or school staff to decide whether BODY WORLDS is appropriate for the children in their care.
Es gibt keine Altersbeschränkung für den Ausstellungsbesuch für Kinder und Jugendliche in Begleitung von Erziehungsberechtigten oder erziehungsbeauftragten Personen. Eltern und Lehrer sollten selbst entscheiden, ob die ihrer Obhut unterstellten Kinder und Jugendlichen ausreichend vorbereitet sind, die KÖRPERWELTEN zu besuchen. Informationsmaterial zur Vor- und Nachbereitung des Besuchs steht kostenfrei zum Download auf der Lehrer & Eltern Seite zur Verfügung.
Teachers will wish to prepare both their students and their adult supervisors carefully for their exhibition experience. Educator materials are available for download on the Teacher & Parents site. Please inquire about educator preview opportunities.
In some exhibitions audio guides are offered for an additional fee. The audio tour is designed for the layman to enhance the exhibition content and to provided added insight to the specimens on display. Clear explanations, amazing facts and more information about the plastinates can be accessed by individual users at their own pace. The guides are usually available in English or other languages in select markets. More information are available on the exhibition website and on site in the exhibition.
Professional and commercial photography and filming in the exhibitions is not allowed. Some venues may permit amateur photography with small handheld devices. Please note that photography that may be distracting to other guests may be limited or restricted at any time. Members of the media wishing to photograph or film in the exhibition should contact the local PR office.
Es ist nicht gestattet Hunde oder andere Tiere in die Ausstellung mitzunehmen. Ausnahme können nach vorheriger Ankündigung des Besuchs bei der Ausstellungleitung ausschließlich für Blinden- oder Assistenzhunde gemacht werden.
Organiser
POA Events GmbH · Rotlintstraße 17 · 60316 Frankfurt am Main · Germany
Arts & Sciences Exhibitions and Publishing GmbH · Im Bosseldorn 17 · 69126 Heidelberg · Germany
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