Hernals Travel Guide
Vienna
Popular places to visit
Schönbrunn Palace
Once the summer retreat of Austria's ruling dynasty, this stunning palace is set among 120 hectares of land which also houses the world's oldest zoo.
Vienna State Opera
Come and experience world-class opera productions in opulent surroundings or simply admire one of the most famous opera houses on the planet.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Prater
This beautiful city park is home to the world's longest-running amusement park, containing over 250 attractions, including the iconic Riesenrad ferris wheel.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Centuries of architectural genius, artistic endeavour and fascinating history are packed into Vienna's most important religious structure.
Top hotels in Hernals
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
"Room ok. Chilly in the evenings. Coukd have done with some heating. Staff helpful. Didn't realise free coffee in daytime until day we left. Decoration rather dark."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
"Very good restaurant. Room was spotlessly clean and well-maintained."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
"Stayed here a number of times has always been good."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Social Hub Vienna
"Great location, space and staff members. The vibe is excellent and there are plenty of places to relax and work; whatever your aim for the stay. The only minor potential for improvement might be providing more loo roll when doing up the rooms. The rest was exemplary and I had a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
MOOONS
"Staff was lovely and breakfast was good. I was very unpleasantly surprised that they are using some external company to store your luggage for which you have to pay. And the options adore absurd! You pay about 6 euros for one large suitcase for 3h. And then the next option is 6h…Instead of using ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Le Méridien Wien
"Everthink was excellent"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hernals
Josefstadt
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Josefstadt. Top attractions like Palais Auersperg and Piaristenkirche are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Florianigasse Tram Stop or Laudongasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Alsergrund
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Alsergrund. Spend some time visiting top spots like Volksoper Vienna, and catch the metro at Sensengasse Tram Stop or Spitalgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Lugner City or Mariahilfer Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like Vienna Furniture Museum and Volkstheater, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Museum of Contraception and Abortion are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Vienna City Hall Area
Consider a visit to Vienna Christmas Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Vienna City Hall Area. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rathausplatz/Burgtheater Tram Stop.
