Experience cutting-edge research! Book your visit now
Immerse yourself in the world of cutting-edge research and discover how today's ideas are shaping our future at the VISTA Science Experience Center. Interactive exhibits, exciting insights into current research topics, and inspiring stories from the world of science will make your visit a unique experience.
Plan your visit now and become part of tomorrow's research. You can find all the information you need about opening hours, how to get there, and tickets at Plan your visit.
Program Highlights
Pi(e) Day at VISTA Coffee Lab
On Saturday, March 14, we will be celebrating the Pi Day at VISTA Coffee Lab with coffee, cake, and a dose of curiosity. Each hot drink comes with a free slice of cake, while supplies last. You can also look forward to mathematical puzzles that you can solve on your own or together with others.
Coffee mugs, donuts, and everything in between
On this Meet the Scientist Tour on March 14, you will meet mathematician Nicolò Zava and gain exciting insights into his field of research, topology. Together, you will discover the secret properties of geometric spaces and shapes and how these findings help us understand hidden patterns in nature.
Brain Awareness Week 2026
From March 16 to 22, we will be delving into the wonders of the brain. Brain Awareness Week celebrates the fascinating discoveries of neuroscience around the world. Find out more about the program!
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VISTA Science Experience Center
Embedded within the research campus of the Institute of Science and Technology Austria, the building invites direct dialogue with science. Open, light-filled spaces and a strikingly curved roof symbolize the dynamism and openness of cutting-edge research in the 21st century. In its 9.000 roof tiles, the vibrant atmosphere of the campus is reflected, while the VISTA Coffee Lab invites visitors to engage in conversation, exchange ideas, or simply relax.
