Top things to do in Vienna
Attractions, tours, and activities in Vienna
Recommended museums in Vienna
Where to find art and culture in Vienna
Vienna: the city's best neighborhoods
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01. Innere Stadt
0.1 miles from downtown
Vienna’s historic sites (and shopping district) are in the city center by Ringstrasse Boulevard. St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg museum complex, Rathaus (town hall), State Opera, Burg Theater and Vienna University are within walking distance. Graben and Kärntner Strasse are the main shopping streets, with international and local options.
Places to stay from $36 a night
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02. Leopoldstadt
1 miles from downtown
This district features two of Vienna’s biggest draws in one place: the Prater Park and its giant Ferris Wheel. A fairly traditional neighborhood, with many synagogues and kosher shops that cater to the largely Jewish population. On Saturdays, visit the bustling Karmeliter Market for food and contemporary art.
Places to stay from $16 a night
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03. Landstraße
1.2 miles from downtown
The mainly residential 3rd district features several museums and a shopping mall above Landstrasse-Wien Mitte station. The district’s star attraction is the Belvedere, with its baroque gardens and Klimt’s "Kiss." Other museums include the KunstHausWien and MAK. See a concert at Wiener Konzerthaus for a touch of classical or world music.
Places to stay from $31 a night
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04. Wieden
1.1 miles from downtown
With its young and friendly charm, Vienna’s 4th district is home to the Technical University, the Wien Museum, and St. Charles' Church with Karlsplatz Square, site of a popular Christmas Market. Join the young and trendy in the friendly Freihausviertel, full of boutiques, hip bars and small restaurants.
Places to stay from $39 a night
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05. Margareten
1.7 miles from downtown
Margareten’s on the rise. This blue-collar district is blossoming into a post-industrial haven for artists, hipsters and cool cats. At the heart of it all is Margaretenplatz, a lively square that brims with funky bars and kooky boutiques. Catch an arthouse flick at Filmcasino, then slip into Schlossquadrat’s hidden wine gardens for refreshments.
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07. Neubau
1.3 miles from downtown
Neubau is an enchanting mix of old and new. For quintessential Viennese charm, walk through historic Spittelberg with its narrow alleys and Biedermeier-style houses. Head to Neubaugasse and the surrounding streets for shopping. The Volkstheater ("people’s theater") founded in 1889 hosts year-round shows (check their website for details).
Places to stay from $29 a night
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08. Josefstadt
1.1 miles from downtown
The smallest district is a popular residential area very close to the city center. Josefstadter Strasse features many local Viennese cafes, small boutiques and restaurants with various cuisines. Baroque art fans shouldn’t miss the Piarist Church of Maria Treu with its picturesque square.
Places to stay from $35 a night
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09. Alsergrund
1.2 miles from downtown
Alsergrund was the birthplace of Schubert and hometown of Sigmund Freud. Freud’s house on Berggasse 19 gives insight into his life and practice. Visit the neo-Gothic Votive Church bordering Ringstrasse and the Servitenviertel Quarter, with Vienna’s oldest Jewish Cemetery. Enjoy (mainly French) cuisine in the area around the French School.
Places to stay from $31 a night
About Vienna
Including tips for the best time to visit Vienna
With all of Vienna's imperial palaces, countless architectural achievements, and a world-renowned cafe culture, there's almost too much to do in Austria's amazing capital.
The historic city center is like an open-air museum, so it's no surprise it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ringstrasse Boulevard is lined with beautiful buildings like the Rathaus (town halll), the Spanish Riding School, and the Hofburg Palace. However, the best place to check out the city's main sights is in the MuseumsQuartier – a collection of great museums, as well as cozy cafes and bars all housed in former stables. Highlights include the MUMOK, Leopold Museum, Kunsthalle, Architekturzentrum, and the interactive children's museum Zoom.
Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Vienna's coffee shops at Café Schwarzenberg—the oldest café on the Ringstrasse—which serves traditional liver dumpling soup and apple strudel. There's also Café Central, where icons like Leo Trotsky and Sigmund Freud used to gather. Then head over to the Riesenrad for some beautiful views over the city. This classic Ferris wheel is 215 feet tall and takes about 20 minutes to make a full rotation.
Vienna International Airport is right outside the city limits and can be reached easily by train, bus or taxi.
Tonight
From $57 per night
Next weekend
From $143 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.09 |
| Language | German |
| Average weekend price | $145 per night |
| Average weekday price | $156 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Vienna
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Vienna
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Schönbrunn Palace
3.2 miles from downtown
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Vienna State Opera
0.4 miles from downtown
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St. Stephen's Cathedral
0.1 miles from downtown
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Hundertwasserhaus
0.9 miles from downtown
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Vienna City Hall
0.7 miles from downtown
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Hofburg
0.4 miles from downtown
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Naschmarkt
0.8 miles from downtown
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Graben
0.1 miles from downtown
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Belvedere Palace
1.2 miles from downtown
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Vienna Christmas Market
0.6 miles from downtown
Vienna reviews
What other travelers say about Vienna
a great city to walk around but also excellent tram system...
July 22, 2024
a great city to walk around but also excellent tram system so easy to get from one side to another. Don't miss the Military History museum, (I wouldn't normally go to something like this) very inexpensive and their WW1 section is world class.
Great for a city-trip.
July 22, 2024
Great for a city-trip. Compact city centre with excellent public transport, and even romantic carriage rides! We loved to stroll around and enjoyed the visit to the Albertina museum. Great cafes also (e.g. Sacher) and lovely opportunities to attend a classic concert. Not cheap though ...
The street vibe was good with lots of shops and cafes and...
July 21, 2024
The street vibe was good with lots of shops and cafes and easy access to all the attractions, loved the architecture and culture, loved the fiacre ride and visit to the belvedere, also the sacher torte at hotel sacher
While Vienna is a beautiful place, having lived there for...
July 20, 2024
While Vienna is a beautiful place, having lived there for over 23 years before moving abroad, I strongly recommend staying in a reputable hotel to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. I hope Booking.com can consider refunding some of our money due to the poor service and experience we encountered.
Vienna was safe to walk around.
July 19, 2024
Vienna was safe to walk around. The Jewish shul and Jewish walking tour of city were very worthwhile. Affordable kosher food at Ohel and Novellino and Schalom. Excellent Motzart orchestra concert at the Musikverien golden hall. Worthwhile to buy ticikets towards the front of stage.
I lived in Germany for five years and traveled to western...
July 18, 2024
I lived in Germany for five years and traveled to western Austria many times (skiing and sightseeing). Somehow, we never made it to Vienna and I cannot figure out why. This city is amazing--on a scale of things to do & see, I put it just below London, Paris, Rome & Athens. It's a must-see!
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Hotel Sacher Wien 01. Innere Stadt, Vienna
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