Things to see in Vienna

Temples & religious sites

St. Stephen's Cathedral

This Roman Catholic cathedral stands in Stephansplatz, at the heart of Vienna. Known for its striking, colorful roof tiles, it's one of Vienna's signature landmarks and draws many travelers.

Museums & galleries

Hofburg Palace

The Hofburg is a palace at the heart of Vienna and home to the official residence of Austria's president. Its lavish imperial architecture lets visitors take in centuries of history.

Culture & venues

Vienna State Opera house

Vienna State Opera is the leading opera house in Vienna, the city known as the capital of music. Here you can enjoy world-class opera performances and take in Vienna's artistic atmosphere.

Museums & galleries

Kunsthistorisches Museum

This Vienna museum houses a comprehensive art collection built on the vast holdings of the Habsburg dynasty. Its paintings from the Renaissance to the 18th century rank among the finest in Europe, including works by Bruegel.

Museums & galleries

Albertina

The Albertina is an art museum in Vienna known for its vast collection of drawings and prints. It also has a permanent display of modern art, including Impressionist works, making it well worth a visit.

Museums & galleries

Austrian National Library

The Austrian National Library is housed within the Neue Burg of Vienna's Hofburg Palace, its setting lending it a distinctive atmosphere alongside the palace architecture. Browsing the antique bookshelves amid such opulent surroundings is a special pleasure.

Museums & galleries

Natural History Museum, Vienna

A natural history museum in Vienna, Austria, ranking among the largest and oldest of its kind in the world. The current building was completed in 1889, giving visitors a sense of its historical charm as well.

Temples & religious sites

Karlskirche

The Karlskirche is a baroque church south of Karlsplatz in Vienna, regarded as one of the city's finest examples of baroque architecture. It's dedicated to a saint who led the Counter-Reformation in the 16th century.

Zoos & aquariums

Schönbrunn Zoo

Located within the gardens of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, this is the world's oldest zoo, opened in 1752. It pairs well with a visit to the palace gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Parks & gardens

Prater

The Prater is a vast park beloved by Viennese residents as a place to relax, home to an amusement park with a giant Ferris wheel. It's a great spot to unwind with a walk or a bike ride.

Culture & venues

Musikverein

A classical music society and concert hall in Vienna, its building from 1870 is famous for the "Golden Hall." It serves as the main stage of the Vienna Philharmonic and was once a place where Brahms was active.

Temples & religious sites

Votive Church

The Votivkirche is a neo-Gothic church in Vienna, ranked among the world's significant examples of neo-Gothic architecture. It's a great stop to admire the building while strolling through the city center.

Nature

Donauinsel

A long island in the middle of the Danube running through Vienna, where you can enjoy cycling, swimming, and canoeing. It's a favorite relaxation spot among locals, perfect for spending a leisurely day.

Museums & galleries

Liechtenstein Castle

Liechtenstein Castle sits at the edge of the Vienna Woods near Vienna and is the ancestral seat of the House of Liechtenstein. With roots dating back to the 12th century, it has remained in the same family's hands since 1808.

Culture & venues

Theater an der Wien

A historic theater in Vienna's Mariahilf district, opened in 1801, it has hosted the premieres of countless plays and operas. Today it functions mainly as an opera venue.

Museums & galleries

Belvedere

A baroque palace located southeast of Vienna. It's a great place to take a leisurely stroll while admiring its elegant architecture.

Views & landmarks

Millennium Tower

The Millennium Tower is a skyscraper in Vienna and the fourth-tallest building in Austria. It offers a striking skyline view right in the heart of the city.

Museums & galleries

Heeresgeschichtliches Museum

This military museum in Vienna's Landstraße district traces the history of the Austrian armed forces through exhibits of weapons, tanks, aircraft, and uniforms. It's well worth a visit for anyone interested in military history.

Views & landmarks

Donauturm

The Donauturm is an observation tower on the banks of the Danube in Vienna's Donaustadt district, and it's Austria's tallest structure. From the observation deck, you can take in sweeping views of the city.

Museums & galleries

Secession Building

An exhibition hall of the Vienna Secession, built in 1897 to a design by Joseph Maria Olbrich. Funded by the wealthy patron Karl Wittgenstein, it offers a look at the currents of Viennese art at the turn of the century.

Museums & galleries

MAK – Museum of Applied Arts

Located in Vienna's Innere Stadt, this museum showcases a wide range of applied art. It also holds the unique distinction of being the first museum to purchase an artwork with Bitcoin, back in 2015.

Views & landmarks

Reichsbrücke

The Reichsbrücke is a major bridge crossing the Danube in Vienna, connecting Leopoldstadt and Donaustadt. Besides roadways and subway tracks, it also has pedestrian and bike paths, making it pleasant to cross on foot.

Attraction

Vienna Observatory

The Vienna Observatory belongs to the University of Vienna and was first set up on the roof of a university building around 1753-1754. Visiting this historic astronomical facility offers a glimpse into a chapter of scientific history.

Museums & galleries

MuseumsQuartier

Located in Vienna's Neubau district, the MuseumsQuartier is an art district spanning about 60,000 square meters. With several exhibition spaces gathered together, it's ideal for a full-day visit.

Culture & venues

Vienna Volksoper

One of Vienna's leading opera houses, it stages a varied program of opera, operetta, musicals, and ballet every year from autumn through early summer. It's ideal for travelers who want to enjoy a wide range of genres in one place.

Museums & galleries

Leopold Museum

A modern art museum in Vienna's MuseumsQuartier, home to works by leading Austrian painters such as Klimt and Schiele. Its Egon Schiele collection is the largest in the world.

Parks & gardens

Heldenplatz

Heldenplatz is a square in front of the Hofburg Palace in Vienna. With the palace as a backdrop, it's a pleasant spot for a relaxed stroll right in the heart of the city.

Attraction

Vienna International Centre

The Vienna International Centre is a complex of international organizations in Vienna, Austria, home to the United Nations Office at Vienna. It offers a unique atmosphere shaped by the many international institutions based there.

Nature

Kahlenberg

Kahlenberg is a hill in Vienna's 19th district, a great place to get away from the city and walk amid nature. Its elevated location also makes it ideal for taking in panoramic views.

Parks & gardens

Karlsplatz

Karlsplatz is a square in central Vienna, Austria, that serves as a major transport hub. With subway and tram lines running through it, it's a convenient starting point for getting around the city.

Heritage & monuments

Pestsäule

A Holy Trinity column erected on Vienna's Graben street to commemorate the great plague of 1679. Considered a masterpiece of baroque sculpture, it's well worth a stop during a walk through the city center.

Views & landmarks

Wiener Riesenrad

A giant Ferris wheel in Vienna's Prater park, offering sweeping views over the city. It's also well known for its appearance in the film 'The Third Man'.

Parks & gardens

Stephansplatz

Stephansplatz is a square in the heart of Vienna, dominated by St. Stephen's Cathedral, one of the tallest churches in the world. The surrounding streets are lined with upscale shops, perfect for a bit of shopping.

Museums & galleries

Department of Planned Languages and Esperanto Museum

Housed within the Austrian National Library, this is one of the world's first museums devoted to language, having collected materials on Esperanto and constructed languages since it opened in 1927. It now holds the world's largest specialist library in this field, making it worth a visit for anyone interested in language.

Museums & galleries

Vienna Technical Museum

The Vienna Technical Museum, located in Vienna, Austria, was approved for establishment in 1908 and opened in 1918. It's a venerable museum with over a century of history.

Temples & religious sites

St. Michael's Church

One of the oldest churches in Vienna, Austria, and one of the few buildings still retaining Romanesque elements. It faces the Michaelertor gate of the Hofburg Palace, making it easy to visit both together.

Temples & religious sites

Vienna Islamic Centre

This is Austria's largest mosque, located in Vienna's Floridsdorf district. Its striking architecture features a 32-meter minaret and a large dome.

Temples & religious sites

St. Peter's Church

A baroque Catholic church in the city center of Vienna, Austria. It's a pleasant place to take a short rest while admiring its lavish baroque architecture.

Museums & galleries

Klosterneuburg Monastery

A 12th-century Augustinian monastery set on a hill overlooking the Danube, just outside Vienna. Founded by Austria's patron saint Leopold III, it's a historic place with a peaceful atmosphere perfect for a quiet stroll.

Culture & venues

Konzerthaus

One of Vienna's leading classical music venues. Opened in 1913, it remains a beloved destination for music lovers, hosting a wide range of concerts to this day.

Museums & galleries

Sigmund Freud Museum

A museum in Vienna's Alsergrund district that presents both the life of Sigmund Freud and the history of psychoanalysis. Open since 1971, it lets visitors explore related materials and traces of his life.

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Mozarthaus Vienna

Mozarthaus Vienna is Mozart's former home, located near St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna. It's the only residence where he actually lived in the city, and it's now a museum where visitors can explore his daily life.

Nature

Wien

The Wien River flows through the center of Vienna, the capital of Austria. It's a pleasant place for a riverside walk while taking in the city scenery.

Nature

Donaukanal

A waterway running through Vienna's Innere Stadt, originally a branch of the Danube that was later developed into a canal. It's a pleasant spot for a riverside walk while taking in the city views.