Vienna Travel Guide

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The city that nurtured genius, whose buzz still crackles among its monumental museums, grandiose palaces, sublime churches and astonishing opera houses.

Pinched between towering Alps to the west, and the mighty Danube to the east, Vienna is a city of legends. The musical genius of Mozart, the ponderings of Freud and the controversy of Klimt have all played out among the coffee houses of Vienna. Its palaces are grander, its churches are more daring and its galleries more ground-breaking than any other city in Europe.

It's all a lot for visitors to take in. A good place to start is the fairground of the Weiner Prater, where the century-old Ferris wheel will lift you up well above Vienna, giving you a birds-eye view. St Stephen’s Cathedral will probably grab your attention first. Its gleaming white Gothic spire pierces Vienna's skyline, advertising one of the most dramatic cathedrals in Europe. It has its counterpart in St Charles’s Church, whose shimmering green dome and twin towers celebrate a glorious fusion of Romanesque and Baroque styles.

These both lie within the bounds of Vienna's Innere Stadt – the historic centre ringed by the wide Ringstraße. The city's most famous museums can also be found here: the Museum of Art History, Natural History Museum, Albertina, and the modern-art hub of the MuseumsQuartier. The Austrian National Library’s name is deceptive, as this also houses three fascinating museums.

The peaceful surroundings of Central Cemetery include memorials to the City of Music’s most famous sons. Head to the Vienna State Opera to hear some of their works performed, or enjoy high-quality theatre in the lavish surroundings of the Burgtheater.

You can’t miss Vienna’s Hofburg Imperial Palace. For centuries, Vienna was the capital of the Holy Roman Empire, and the Habsburgs dynasty ruled large swathes of Europe from here. You can see their wonderful extravagance at the summer Schönbrunn Palace and the Hofburg Imperial Palace (their winter residence). Lesser members of the aristocracy also created beautiful palatial residences like the Prince of Savoy's 18th-century Belvedere home.

Visit the famous coffee houses to enjoy delicious pastries, or head to the Naschmarkt open-air market for fresh food and shopping.

Where to stay in Vienna

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Innere Stadt

4.5/5(109 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and stunning cathedral, there's plenty to explore in Innere Stadt. Check out top attractions like Vienna State Opera and Graben, and jump on the metro at Stephansplatz U-Bahn or Herrengasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Innere Stadt
Wiener Prater which includes landscape views, a square or plaza and a city

Leopoldstadt

4/5(32 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Leopoldstadt. If sightseeing is on the list, Giant Ferris Wheel is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Praterstern U-Bahn or Franzensbrücke Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Leopoldstadt
Viennese City Park showing flowers, a garden and signage

Landstraße

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Landstraße. Spend some time visiting top spots like Landstraßer Hauptstraße, and catch the metro at Rochusgasse U-Bahn or Sechskrügelgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Landstraße
Belvedere featuring a garden, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Wieden

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like St. Charles Church while getting to know Wieden, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Paulanergasse Station or Taubstummengasse U-Bahn to see more of the area.

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Favoriten

4/5(34 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Favoriten. Spend some time visiting top spots like Horr-Stadion, and catch the metro at Altes Landgut Station or Alaudagasse Station to see more of the area.

Favoriten
Naschmarkt showing interior views, markets and food

Mariahilf

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Travellers love Mariahilf for its popular shops, and you can see more of Vienna by jumping on the metro at Neubaugasse U-Bahn or Mariahilfer Gürtel Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Haus des Meeres and Naschmarkt.

Mariahilf
 Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
4 out of 5
Gerhard-Bronner-Straße 5, Vienna, Vienna
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$173 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$173
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,252 reviews)
"Hotel fine staff very good. Easily spotable from one side of station. Metro about 10 mins. Nothing to see in this area but excellent location for more transport links. !0 mini plus walking distance becomes more interesting less business like. Metro better than taxi for old town as traffic that bad ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Moxy Vienna Airport
Moxy Vienna Airport
3 out of 5
Ausfahrtsstraße 4, Schwechat
The price is NZ$256 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$256
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Schwechat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,614 reviews)
Only one pillow!
"Check in process was slow but I also understand they get lines because of flight arrivals. My biggest wish would be for this brand to have two pillows on each bed. Especially with this being airport hotel. I need to sleep with kegs elevated from flying and prevtnt heartburn. So I could use my suitcase ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Moxy Vienna Airport
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
3.5 out of 5
Viehmarktgasse 4, Vienna, Wien
The price is NZ$160 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$160
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,466 reviews)
"Stayed 1 night check in was good walkable to public transportation overall a good pick"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Rioca Vienna Posto 2
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof
smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof
3 out of 5
Gertrude-Fröhlich-Sandner-Straße 15, Vienna, Vienna
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, satellite TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Vienna State Opera and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,224 reviews)
"I liked the location, the neighborhood, easy access to small grocery stores (to go along with my kitchenette setup), affordable restaurants nearby, and easy local public transportation. The room was generally comfortable, though could have used a more cozy reading chair. The top kitchenette cabinets ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof
Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
4 out of 5
Canettistrasse 3, Vienna
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (840 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
4 out of 5
Karl-Popper-Straße 6, Vienna
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
"Great hotel. Close to everything. Very clean"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vienna

4.5
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

One of our favourite cities for music, art, architecture, coffee and cake! Very walkable and so elegant.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Walking tour excellent, Belevedere magnificient, Albertina magnificient.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Vienna is a beautiful city, particularly in the winter. Eating or drinking in the busy tourist areas is generally not worth it, as it is expensive, crowded, and the staff are often too busy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Natural History Museum was a delight for us and our teenage children.

5/5 - Excellent

Traveller

Very safe and clean. A very nice environment.

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