Vienna Travel Guide

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The “City of Music” has been an arts powerhouse and an important European capital for centuries, and has a lot to offer those lucky enough to visit.

Wien, or Vienna in English, has been the capital city of Austria for almost a century, having been the first city of the Habsburg Empire for over 600 years before that. The city centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical importance, and the mighty Donau (Danube River) flows through the its heart.

In the present day, the city is a vibrant central European hub, full of chic eateries, trendy nightclubs and an active arts scene. Alongside all of this sits the very clear legacy of the city’s past as an imperial metropolis, in the form of ornate and imposing palaces, meticulously maintained parks and numerous monuments.

To learn more about this rich history and to admire the spoils of rule from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, visit the Hofburg Imperial Palace. In the same complex, the Albertina offers a fabulous, world-renowned collection of art, while the MuseumsQuartier is a busy gathering place for cultural events.

The Innere Stadt, which is bound by the Danube on one side and the Ringstraße (Circling Street) on the others, is also home to a number of other cultural hotspots. Admire the splendid Rathaus (Vienna City Hall) and Vienna State Opera, or while away an afternoon at the excellent Naturhistorisches Museum (Natural History Museum).

Native Viennese artist Gustav Klimt is adored here, and his masterpieces are on show in some top galleries, including the Burgtheater, the Museum of Art History (Kusthistorisches Museum) and the Belvedere. If you’re visiting the city with people who are a little too young for art appreciation, then a visit to the Schönbrunn Palace to see the world's oldest zoo offers a fun alternative.

The importance of Vienna as a melting pot for musicians, groundbreaking thinkers and fantastic artists down through the years is difficult to overstate: Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, Strauss and Hayden all lived here, as did Sigmund Freud and the aforementioned Gustav Klimt. Many of these stellar names can be honoured with a visit to their final resting places in the Central Cemetery.

Where to stay in Vienna

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Innere Stadt

4.5/5(585 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 Plague Column, 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(303 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(133 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(85 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.

Wieden
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Neubau

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Neubau
Naschmarkt showing interior views, markets and food

Mariahilf

4.5/5(75 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
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
3.5 out of 5
Viehmarktgasse 4, Vienna, Wien
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,942 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹7,942
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (549 reviews)
"Very modern and comfortable space! It was perfect for a one night stay very close to train stations."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Rioca Vienna Posto 2
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MOOONS
4 out of 5
Wiedner Gürtel 16, Vienna
The price is ₹10,709 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹10,709
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,173 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. What made the room awesome was the view of the city. The breakfast buffet was not the best. I don’t recommend it if you want great breakfast. It was a vegan breakfast but you can order a small meat plate from the servers there. But it’s just deli meats. 😫 ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

MOOONS
Moxy Vienna Airport
Moxy Vienna Airport
3 out of 5
Ausfahrtsstraße 4, Schwechat
The price is ₹8,993 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹8,993
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,126 reviews)
"Nice clean and cool. First drink on them makes everything much better. Will stay sgain"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Moxy Vienna Airport
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 business Wien Hauptbahnhof
SMARTments business Wien Hauptbahnhof
3 out of 5
Gertrude-Fröhlich-Sandner-Straße 15, Vienna, Vienna
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified apartment in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, satellite TV and housekeeping. Popular attractions Vienna State Opera and Schönbrunn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Lovely apartment would definetly go again if visiting vienna. Close to the main train station. Great place to explore vienna with easy bus, train and metro system."

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2024

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Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
4 out of 5
Karl-Popper-Straße 6, Vienna
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (393 reviews)
"Walk straight out of train station and into apartment 300 metre away. Large modern rooms and close to Belvedere palace and other attractions."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

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Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
4 out of 5
Canettistrasse 3, Vienna
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (456 reviews)
"I love this place. It's so close to the main train station. Great breakfast selection. Rooms are all modern, spacious and clean. Even comes with a washing machine and small kitchen. I will stay here again."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
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

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
20 Mar 2020

What a beautiful city, we loved naschmarkt and all the gorgeous architecture. It was a shame that Coronavirus affected our visit but this could not be helped. Would love to return

5/5 - Excellent

Jeremy
17 Mar 2020

Exceptionally quiet due to coronavirus and all museums shut but the architecture and the atmosphere more than compensated for the closures.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Mar 2020

Great city, compact with great museums and architecture.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
12 Mar 2020

Perfect for a weekend city break. Such a beautiful city to explore, whether you're travelling solo or with others. It needs to be on everyone's travel list.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
11 Mar 2020

We LOVED Vienna and will definitely be back!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
7 Mar 2020

Vienna is much quieter than London, Paris and New York. At first I found this a bit alarming, but once I got used to it I realised it’s normal for Vienna at this time of year. Go if you are a fan of classical music, modernist art and good food 

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