Things to do in Vienna

Stefan

From Stefan's guidebook

This is a large austrian park, perfekt for running, skating, cycling or doing other sports. But it also includes an amusement park, its best-known attraction is the Wiener Riesenrad, a Ferris wheel. It also features various rides, bumper cars, carousels, roller coasters, shooting galleries, ghost trains, a Madame Tussauds wax works cabinet and much more. One of its restaurants, the „Schweizerhaus“ is a very traditional viennese one, famous for its hearty meat dishes and atmosphere. You can reach this place by metro (U1, Station „Praterstern“).

Peter

From Peter's guidebook

At Prater there is the Giant wheel called "Riesenrad" you might know from Postcards or pictures, when taking a ride you have a great view on the city. Prater itself is an amusement park. The "Schweitzerhaus" is nearby where you can get traditional Austrian food, famous for its "Stelze", a pork leg, you might want to try out

Anna

From Anna's guidebook

One of the world’s oldest amusement parks and a Viennese icon. Tip: Take a ride on the historic Ferris wheel for stunning city views, then hop on the Liliputbahn miniature train through the green Prater woods

CoastFlat

From CoastFlat's guidebook

Visit an exhibition, relax, enjoy a coffee or experience an artistic performance - everything is possible at MuseumsQuartier Wien. The MQ complex is free to enter and wander around, but each institution within the MQ has its own opening hours and ticket options. After a visit to the Schiele collection, drop by Café Leopold. In Café Restaurant Halle, you can take a look at the furnishings of Vienna's trendy bar designers, Eichinger and Knechtl. The MQdaily invites you to drop by for a short break. The hustle and bustle on the large square can be best followed from here.

Alena

From Alena's guidebook

The largest cultural district of Austria. Home to numerous art museums and contemporary exhibition spaces & installations. An absolute must-see: the Leopold Museum and the MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Foundation Vienna)

Susanna

From Susanna's guidebook

The Museumsquarter is a common meeting point. Surrounded by the MUMOK - museum of modern art, the Leopold Museum and the Kunsthalle it is a center of contemporary art and shows the largest collection of Klimt and Schiele in the Leopold Museum.

Mustafa Kemal

From Mustafa Kemal's guidebook

Located just a short stroll from Mariahilfer Straße, one of Vienna’s most vibrant shopping streets, Haus des Meeres is an unmissable experience for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts, and families. Housed in a historic WWII flak tower, this aquarium and tropical zoo is home to an incredible variety of marine life, exotic animals, and lush, tropical environments. Explore the fascinating aquariums, see sharks, turtles, and colorful fish, or step into the rainforest filled with monkeys and reptiles. Don’t forget to visit the rooftop for stunning panoramic views of Vienna! It’s the perfect spot to enjoy both nature and city life in one place.

Daniel

From Daniel's guidebook

Aquarium close to the shopping street Mariahilfer Straße. A special feature of the Aquarium is the accommodation in a former flak tower from the Second World War. There is also an observation deck on the upper floor with a 360° view of the inner city.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

Eye to eye with sharks Since September 2021, over 1,000 fish – reef sharks, rays, tangs, damselfish, cleaner wrasses and more – have been cavorting inside the new 360° shark tank on the 7th floor. With a size of 120 m², the largest tank in the House of the Sea (and in Austria!) is accessible from all sides and a “glass-only” aquarium. It enables views that make you feel like you’re diving. The old shark tank on the 4th and 5th floors is now used as a rearing tank. A huge addition that was completed in 2020 is the new home of four fluffy kattas and two lemurs. Visitors (with reservations) can even get into close contact with the cute monkeys. This so-called Madagascar area, with its indoor and outdoor spaces, is also home to a fine-striped mongoose, a giant tortoise and three Komodo dragons. Strolling through the Atlantic On the ground floor, visitors can walk through the ten meter-long Atlantic Tunnel: the tunnel leads through a 500,000-liter tank, which is home to the fish of the Atlantic Ocean – ranging from damselfish to eagles rays and a nurse shark. Crocodile Park to Surf Reef In the Tropical House and in the Crocodile Park – both a spectacular 20 meter-high glass annex – there are free-flying birds and free-roaming monkeys. In the terrarium section, poisonous and giant snakes, lizards, leafcutter ants, and tarantulas can be marveled at. And the Adventure Aquarium "Brandungsriff" lets children experience the tropical fish right up close through the "diver‟s helmets" built into the floor of the aquarium. In an artificial stalactite cave grotto, you can observe over 100 animals and cave-dwellers which are active by night: poisonous giant millipedes, amplypigids and armored ground crickets, cave fish without eyes and scorpions that glow like ghosts under UV light. The 150,000-liter tank for the hammerhead sharks on the 10th floor of the former anti-aircraft tower is another highlight in the House of the Sea.

Justin Jake

From Justin Jake's guidebook

The Golden Hall in our Vienna Musikverein has the world's best acoustic for classical music.

Barbara

From Barbara's guidebook

Listen to the famous Wiener Philharmoniker Orchestra

Christoph

From Christoph's guidebook

The "Great Hall" (Großer Saal) due to its highly regarded acoustics is considered one of the finest concert halls in the world. The New Year concert is broadcast to all of the world from here.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

Visitor Info: The artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser was very busy in many areas. In architecture he was considered as a rebel. His vision was the free architecture for all, without standards, specifications and straight lines. Everyone should have the opportunity to create a small paradise on earth. He has realized this vision through his contribution in the design of various buildings. One of his first and most important projects was the apartment house, which was built on the behalf of the City of Vienna on the corner of Löwengasse and Kegelgasse. If you are a fan of exceptional architecture and if you like buildings in the style of Antoni Gaudi, you should not miss this highlight in Vienna with the German name Hundertwasserhaus. How to get there? Unfortunately, the Hundertwasser House is not located close to a metro station. To reach the nearest metro station Landstraße Wien Mitte you have to walk about 900 m. If you prefer to avoid this walk, you should ride with the metro U1 or U4 to the station Schwedenplatz. Change there to the tram line 1 towards Prater Hauptallee. The tram line 1 stops approx. 100 m in front of the Hundertwasser House at the station Hetzgasse. From there you just have to go approx. 100 m into driving direction along the Löwengasse to the corner Kegelgasse and then you have arrived. What is there for sightseeing? The Hundertwasser House in Vienna is an unique apartment house and one of the first buildings where Hundertwasser was involved in the design. The building is located at the address Kegelgasse 34-38, 1030 Wien and can be seen only from the outside. In this area the alley Kegelgasse is a small pedestrian zone with benches and a fountain, perfect to admire the building from nearby and to take some pictures. If you would like to see a different view of the Hundertwasser House just change to the opposite street side of the Löwengasse. From there, you have a good view at the second building front.

Susanna

From Susanna's guidebook

The Hundertwasser House in Vienna is one of Austria’s architectural highlights. The house designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser draws visitors from around the world. The Hundertwasser House in Vienna bears the unmistakable hand of the artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928-2000), whose birth name was Friedrich Stowasser. The colorfully decorated exterior façade of Hundertwasser House in Vienna draws attention to itself almost magically. Anyone who lives in the Hundertwasser House also has the right to decorate the façade around the windows entirely to their own taste. More than 200 trees and shrubs on the balconies and roof terraces make the Hundertwasserhaus a green oasis in the heart of the city. The Hundertwasserhaus can only be viewed from outside. Right opposite the Hundertwasserhaus, however, is the Hundertwasser Village, which is open to visitors. It was created out of a tire workshop in 1990-1991. The artist created his own shopping center here with a "village square", a bar and numerous stores in the typical Hundertwasser style.

Admir

From Admir's guidebook

its a unique haus in Vienna, reminding of Antoni Gaudi and his architecture

Nati Und Rene

From Nati Und Rene's guidebook

One of the oldest operating Ferris Wheels in the world, the Wiener Riesenrad is more than just an amusement park ride, it is a historic landmark. Take a spin on this 213-feet high attraction for exceptional views of Vienna, or book a romantic dinner in a gondola for an unforgettable evening. (From the apartment in about 10 minutes by walk)

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

What is it? You can see Vienna’s giant Ferris wheel for miles around. A gorgeously gaudy fin-de-siècle landmark, it has been towering 200ft over Prater Park since 1897, when it was built to mark Emperor Franz Joseph’s 50 years on the throne. Why go? If you’re mini-breaking with someone special, watching the sunset over the rooftops and into the Danube from one of the cabins is about as romantic as it gets (you can even book one for yourselves).

Christian

From Christian's guidebook

Make a ride in the oldest Big Wheel in the world located in the Viennese Prater a local theme park.

Stephanie Alexandra

From Stephanie Alexandra's guidebook

St. Stephen’s Cathedral is one of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its stunning Gothic architecture and colorful tiled roof. Located in the heart of the city, it’s a perfect starting point to explore the surrounding area. Just a short stroll away, the Graben offers high-end luxury shopping and charming historic streets. You’ll also find a range of excellent dining options nearby, from traditional Viennese cuisine at Plachutta to Schwarzer Kameel, a historic café and delicatessen known for its tapas-style small plates and wines, or enjoy a stylish aperitif at Bar Campari. In winter, there is even a tiny Christmas market right next to the cathedral, adding festive charm to the area. Whether you’re sightseeing, shopping, or dining, the surroundings of St. Stephen’s Cathedral offer a vibrant mix of culture and city life.

Christoph

From Christoph's guidebook

Don't miss "The South Tower". He's 137 meters high and can be climbed up 343 steps as far as the Türmer Stube. Once at the top you have a view over the rooftops of Vienna. Open daily from 9am-5pm.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

What is it? The symbol of the city, no less. St. Stephen’s Cathedral has been the fixed point around which Vienna turns since its building in the twelth century. Climb up the 343 steps all the way to the top and you'll be rewarded with some pretty unforgettable views. Why go? The cathedral’s baroque interior is full of treasures, from bejewelled relics to holy books, as well as the tombs of Viennese luminaries like Emperor Friedrich III and Prince Eugene of Savoy. Make sure you don’t miss the catacombs.

Florian's Apartments

From Florian's Apartments's guidebook

not only a magnificent Baroque palace, the Belvedere also houses a stunning art collection including key works by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele and Oskar Kokoschka.

Easy Flat TEAM

From Easy Flat TEAM's guidebook

Baroque Palace boasting a botanical garden, ceremonial halls, and a museum in which Klimts famous 'Kiss' hangs.

Andrija

From Andrija's guidebook

See Gustav Klimt's legendary painting "The Kiss" as well as major works by Schiele and Kokoschka for yourself. You’ll be delighted by the magnificent ba-roque palace complex and its extensive gardens.

Suzana

From Suzana's guidebook

Today the Sisi Museum is housed in the Hofburg. Numerous exhibits from her life are exhibited there - from the first milk tooth to the file with which she was killed. Also in the Hofburg area is the Augustinian Church, where Sisi married Emperor Franz Joseph on April 24, 1854. Just around the corner, in the Volksgarten, is Sissi present in the form of a monument. The former imperial rose garden scores every year with a splendor of 400 different rose varieties.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

What is it? Found right in the centre of Vienna, this former palace was once home to the Habsburgs (who ran a mighty empire over a century ago) until 1918 – and remains one of the grandest buildings of its kind. Reminiscent of a giant, iced cake, this is somewhere you could easily lose yourself for a few days. Why go? If you’ve only got time to visit one attraction in Vienna, make it this. The palace complex houses paintings by the likes of Klimt and Dürer, the Spanish Riding School (home to the dancing Lipizzaner horses), a butterfly house and the Austrian Film Museum. Whew!

Elisabeth

From Elisabeth's guidebook

Vienna's Imperial Palace, the Hofburg, was for centuries the seat of the Habsburgs, rulers of Austria until the end of WWI. A great deal of European history was written here, in particular by Empress Maria. Today it's the official seat of the Austrian Head of State, the Federal President. The complex is particularly interesting as its major buildings reflect more than 700 years of architectural history; nearly every Austrian ruler since 1275 ordered additions or alterations. As a result, the Hofburg shows many different architectural styles, from Gothic to Renaissance, Baroque to Rococo, and a smattering of Classicism.

Ingela

From Ingela's guidebook

Palace Schönbrunn: Austria´s most visited tourist attraction! The Palace Area and the Imperial Gardens are full of gems to visit for tourist: - Go on one of the spectacular tours inside the Palace. - Walk through the Palace Gardens and up to the Gloriette on the hill and have a coffee and cake in an imperial style. - Visit Europe´s oldest (and probably the nicest) Zoo! - Walk the labyrinth if you have children: they will love it. - And don't forget to attend the APFELSTRUDEL SHOW, including Apfelstrudel Tasting, which is located in one of the Palace annexes. Apfelstrudel = Special Austrian Apple pie. My guests love this!

Daniel

From Daniel's guidebook

Vienna’s most popular tourist sight is the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. You can simply go there for a nice walk, there is no entry fee for the premises, only if you want to see the palace from the inside. Walk up to the famous Gloriette and enjoy the view over vienna. The Schönbrunn park also houses Tiergarten Schönbrunn, the oldest working zoo in the world. To get there from the apartment take the bus "10A Niederhofstraße" for about 10min until "Schloss Schönbrunn". To get to the bus station take the tram "46 Ring/Volktheater" for one station until "Schumeierplatz" or simply walk there (5 min).

Stephan

From Stephan's guidebook

Definitely top 5 sights in Vienna - stunning Habsburg summer palace with extensive parks/gardens and even a zoo. They also host great classical music concerts there

Dominic

From Dominic's guidebook

The Albertina Art Museum is known worldwide for its graphic collection, which includes around 50,000 drawings and 900,000 prints. Discover artists like Gustav Klimt, Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol in the modern area. The museum also has an excellent collection of architectural drawings as well as a collection of photographs from the 1900s.

Alyona

From Alyona's guidebook

The Albertina houses one of the most important collections of graphic art in the world, with masterpieces by Dürer, Michelangelo, Rubens, Klimt, Schiele, and many more. In addition to classical works, there are also rotating exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. The museum is centrally located next to the Burggarten and Hofburg – a perfect stop during a walk through Vienna’s historic center. Tip: The terrace offers a great view of the State Opera! Opening hours: Daily 10 am–6 pm (Wednesdays & Fridays until 9 pm) Address: Albertinaplatz 1, 1010 Vienna Getting there: take the U3 subway to Stephansplatz station (Kärntner Straße exit). From there, it’s about a 7-minute walk along Kärntner Straße to the Albertina – a lovely stroll through Vienna’s city center, passing shops, cafés, and the State Opera.

Andrija

From Andrija's guidebook

The Albertina not only has the largest and most valuable graphical collections in the world, with works such as Dürer’s “Hare” and Klimt's studies of women. Its latest exhibition collection presents masterpieces of the Modern, spanning Monet to Picasso and Baselitz.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

The Vienna Museum of Technology offers extraordinary insights into the world of technology in a space of 22,000 square meters. The unique exhibits, from the past to the future, make the museum a showplace for exciting technological developments. Multimedia presentations illuminate the influence of technological achievements on our society, economy and culture. Visitors experience the extraordinary world of technology. The guided tour through the mine exhibit, for example, shows the world of mining with its language and culture. Many devices that we know from everyday life, such as water pumps, were first used in mines. Mine tours take place daily, and groups can reserve a tour in advance.

Dominic

From Dominic's guidebook

With unique exhibits from the past to the future, the house becomes the scene of exciting technical developments. Multimedia presentations illustrate the influence of technical achievements on our society, economy and culture. Visitors are given an exceptional technical experience.

Ingela

From Ingela's guidebook

The Technical Museum in Vienna: your kids will love it! There are so many things to see and so many scientific experiments to try that the enthusiastic visitor might not have enough of one day to go through the four floors of the museum. Open during the week from 9-18hrs and on week-ends from 10-18hrs.

Dominic

From Dominic's guidebook

"There are coffee houses and there is Café Central." This is how the café describes it on its own website and sums it up perfectly. This café has been around since 1876, and greats like Freud and Trotsky have been regulars here. The design of the cafe is absolutely chic. If you want to eat or drink something here, you have to wait in the usually long line in front of the door. In the Café Central there is traditional Viennese cuisine. Starting with soups and Wiener Schnitzel to Kaiserschmarrn and Wiener Melange. The Kaiserschmarrn at Café Central is highly recommended!

Maria&Luka&Zoran

From Maria&Luka&Zoran's guidebook

The grandest of Vienna’s grand cafés, this storied spot was frequented by everyone from Trotsky to Freud in its heyday. Today it’s definitely a tourist attraction (you won’t find many locals braving the line outside), but it’s worth battling the crowds for its outstanding pastry section alone.

Pearl

From Pearl's guidebook

Est.1876 this cafe is known for its unique architecture, excellent cake selection and live piano after 5pm. This is a very popular cafe but with good reason. there is always a queue however it moves fast or you can book online and go straight in.

Anna & Vladan

From Anna & Vladan's guidebook

The Figlmüller is the place to go, for having the best Viennese Schnitzel. Take into account that you will probably have to wait in line, but it's definitely worth it. A must go place in Vienna.

Matthaeus

From Matthaeus's guidebook

Without doubt a great place to indulge into Schnitzel, I go there myself :) (Reserve the cue is long)

Annemarie And Motti

From Annemarie And Motti's guidebook

Famous famous schnitzel restaurant. Some people feel that their visit to Vienna doesn't count if they don't enjoy a meal at this famous and very touristy restaurant. It is within walking distance from your holiday apartment. Enjoy!

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

What is it? This thoughtfully curated museum charts the life of the father of psychoanalysis, whose work would change the course of history and reshape psychology practices for years to come. All before being forced to flee England by the Nazis in 1938. Why go? As well as giving fascinating insights into how Freud developed his theories, the museum is a moving window into Jewish life in Vienna in the twentieth century. The displays are accessible and immersive, and the gift shop is a corker, too – how about some Freudian slippers?

Szofia Monika

From Szofia Monika's guidebook

Sigmund Freud lived and worked just 2 minutes walking distance from my place. His flat and praxis are now converted into a museum.

Florian

From Florian's guidebook

The Sigmund Freud Museum in Vienna is a museum covering Sigmund Freud's life story. The museum consists of Freud's former practice and a part of his old private quarters. If you like psychology => go

Rainer

From Rainer's guidebook

The Loos Bar is a very famous and a little bit posh bar. Named after the famous youthstyle architect Alfred Loos.

Beatrix

From Beatrix's guidebook

Very special historic bar designed by the famous architect Adolf Loos. For people who like to stand tight

Ilona

From Ilona's guidebook

The legendary bar designed by Adolf Loos has been around for over 100 years and remains as popular today as ever.

Ingela

From Ingela's guidebook

Typical old Viennese Café and Restaurant. Lunch menus. Opening hours: Mo-Sa 8:00-24:00. http://www.caferaimann.at

Ingela

From Ingela's guidebook

Open every day of the year!! (Also public holidays) From 10:00-23:00. www.schoenbrunnerstoeckl.com

Nadine

From Nadine's guidebook

Augarten is not only a beautiful park, where you can enjoy some rays of sunlight on the grass, hang your hammock between two trees or wander around in the little "forest" area, it also serves as a reminder of Austria's dark piece of history with its huge concrete towers built in Second World War. Additionally, there's a rather fancy restaurant where you can also get ice cream in summer next to the park's main entrance.

Anna

From Anna's guidebook

The Augarten is a vast baroque park just a short walk from the apartment. It’s perfect for a morning jog, a relaxing walk, or a peaceful picnic under centuries-old trees. Don’t miss the striking WWII flak tower or a guided tour of the famous Augarten Porcelain Manufactory. In summer, there are often open-air concerts or movie screenings – check the local calendar!

Suzana

From Suzana's guidebook

the oldest preserved baroque complex in Vienna, the Augarten invites you to stroll and experience with its century history. The Augarten porcelain manufactory produces the finest handicrafts; every piece has been elaborately handcrafted for 300 years.

Pris

From Pris's guidebook

The original Danube with an artificial beach. Perfect for swimming and relax.

Sandeep

From Sandeep's guidebook

Tranquil and vibrant area. Nature walks , swimming and great restaurants around here. Biggest shopping Donau zentram mall is 1 stop by metro with lots of shops cinemas and restaurants . Supermarket is just 2/3 minutes walk . City center is 10 minuets by metro. Walking distance to UNO and International center.

Ela

From Ela's guidebook

You can go swimming in the Danube, rent a boat or waterski

Pe & Ra

From Pe & Ra's guidebook

If you like Parks, this is one you should see. It is lovely ! Walking, Jogging, Basketball, beachball, chilling, Dog zones, chess Tables, Table Tennis 🎾, big trees, benches, botanical areas, small mirror lakes

Gurvinder & Rosie

From Gurvinder & Rosie's guidebook

Both parks are really close, both on the 40 or 41 line outwards. Both are excellent for jogging or walking. Pötzleinsdorfer Park is bordering Wiener Wald and you can continue taking long strolls around Vienna.

Klara

From Klara's guidebook

Great park with a lot of area and activities. People go there to meet up, play ball, play frisbee or simply lie down for a tan. Huge fountain on one end, beautiful swan lake on the other end. Best to go to with bus 40A, the park is in the neighboring district.

Felix

From Felix's guidebook

The Danube island stretches over 21km from the north-west to the south-east of Vienna, separating the Danube from the new Danube. The island can be reached by public transport (U1, U2, U6, Tram 31) and offers a broad variety of activities – from running, biking & swimming, enjoying a drink by the beach or various festivals throughout the year.

Eva & Friends

From Eva & Friends's guidebook

The Danube Island – a Recreational Paradise Bathing, boating, cycling, skating, beach volleyball – or treating yourself to a picnic as a rest from sightseeing: A visit to the Danube Island promises fun, action and relaxation for the entire family. The 21 kilometer long Danube island is not only the favorite recreational region of the Viennese, it is also an unforgettable experience for visitors to Vienna. The Danube Island can be reached from the city center in just a few minutes via the subway lines U1 and U6. An expansive network of trails invites the athletically inclined to hike, jog, cycle and skate. Bathing areas with flat beaches as well as natural bathing sites, a water slide, a surfing school, a water ski lift and a boat rental service offer plenty of opportunities for fun on and in the water. Here are a few Danube Island tips for the entire family... Family Beach For families with (small) children, the 250 meter long family beach offers safe and child-friendly bathing fun. The freely accessible beach of fine gravel is protected by a number of small islands just off shore, the maximum water depth is one meter and the sunbathing areas on the shore have a soft incline toward the water. A restaurant, an ice cream stand, a playground and toilet facilities can all be found nearby. Water Playground on the Danube Island On the 5,000 square meter water playground (free admission), children can splash about, jump in puddles and experiment with water to their heart's content. A stream begins from a spring on a hill and falls into a pond over a waterfall. Small captains can cross the pond on a rope ferry or on a 15-meter suspended bridge. Water toys invite children to experiment, and transport along the Danube can be demonstrated with a real ship lock. In the meander zone, new river banks and sand castles can be built from mud. Showers are available for the "return to civilization". A separate, fenced-in play area for safe splashing is available for children under three. Danube Island Climbing Park At the Danube Island climbing park, fearless visitors can climb to stations at up to 10 meters under the watchful care of trained climbing guides. On the upper platforms, they will be rewarded by a wonderful view of the surroundings. High safety standards are always followed. Every climber is equipped with a helmet and harness and secured with a double-run safety rope. Island info center on the Danube Island The employees of the island info center next to the water playground are happy to inform you of what awaits you on the Danube Island and how you can find it. A mobile info team with electric bicycles also travels the Danube Island to assist visitors with tips and answers to questions.

Anna

From Anna's guidebook

Vienna’s 21km-long recreational paradise for jogging, swimming, biking, or just chilling by the water. Tip: Rent a citybike and enjoy the flat, car-free paths.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

The Schönbrunn Zoo in Vienna is the oldest existing zoo in the world, the only remaining "Baroque menagerie". Today, the Zoo at Schönbrunn is considered one of the best and most modern zoos in the world, where there are even regular arrivals of rare panda babies. The Nature Experience Trail with a fire salamander climbing wall and a cobweb for clambering will also capture the hearts of young visitors. So will the Treetop Trail - a dizzying 160 meter long rope bridge 10 meters above ground. Do you want to experience a tropical thunderstorm in the rainforest house? Or watch how cheetahs and jaguars consume their prey? Or see how penguins and seals are fed? This is where you'll find feeding times and other dates. Hungry? Café-Atelier Nonja, the Imperial Pavilion and the Tirolergarten pamper hungry visitors. Tip: Anyone who has run out of steam should hop on the Panoramabahn sightseeing train for a tour of the zoological gardens. Excellent views of the city below await from the Gloriette in the extended tour of the Schlosspark. Vienna City Card Guided Tours at Night Observe exotic animals at night! This is possible during a special tour through the zoo with infrared binoculars. These guided tours are offered all year round (groups: 20 persons maximum, children from 10 years of age), each tour lasts 90 minutes and can be booked. The Desert House Desert Adventure: In the former Sundial House in the Schönbrunn Palace Park, you and your children can observe the strategies that desert plants and animals develop to survive in extreme living conditions. Palm House The jungle in the city: splendid exotic plants await you in the palm house. Combination Tickets available for Zoo, Palm House, Desert House or for Giant Ferris Wheel & Schönbrunn Zoo.

Ying

From Ying's guidebook

Schönbrunn Zoo in the park of Schönbrunn Palace at 13. Vienna's municipal district Hietzing was founded 1752 by the Habsburgs and is the oldest surviving zoo in the world.

Gerti

From Gerti's guidebook

oldest european zoo with a great mix of old and new architecture of the animal housings

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

The Kahlenberg is located in the Vienna Woods and is one of the most popular excursion destinations for the city’s residents. This is mainly because of the stunning view afforded by the Kahlenberg: on clear days, one can not only see the entire city from above, but even the Schneeberg, where Vienna’s mountain spring water comes from. Let’s go up to the wonderful view! The Kahlenberg is 484 metres high and has a long history. It was given as a gift by Emperor Ferdinand II. to the Camaldolese Order in 1628. At the heart of the monastery built there arose St. Josephs' Church. However, the Kahlenberg was actually made famous by Polish King Sobiesky, who marched over the Kahlenberg with his army in 1683 and liberated Vienna at the very last minute from the Turkish occupiers.

Felix

From Felix's guidebook

Take subway U4 to Heiligenstadt and then Bus 38A to the top of Vienna's wine hills. You will be rewarded with an amazing view of the city and the chance to hike down through the picturesque wine gardens. Don't forget to also stop by one of the Heuriger: street stands where you can try local wine and have a snack!

Julia

From Julia's guidebook

Did you know that Vienna produces it´s own wine? on the one hand you can enjoy the amazing view and on the other hand you can wander around, get into a "Heurige" and try some wine!

Bea

From Bea's guidebook

From my place, walk towards the city, cross Kennedy bridge (the bridge with the roundabout on top of it) and walk straight on to the side entrance to the castle gardens on your left hand side behinde the Lindt shop and the post office. Take a look around, enjoy the royal feeling, when you arrive between the castle and the fountain at the foot of the hill, take the forest path to the fountain´s left side. Wonderous stone steps, overleaved with beautiful greenery will open up to the view over the city at the top of the hill. About a 15 minute walk up, especially wonderful early in the morning when only few people are up and about. Entrance to the gardens is free of charge.

Asher

From Asher's guidebook

Schönbrunn Palace and the gardens is a World Cultural Heritage site and Austria's most-visited sight.The baroque total work of art consisting of palace and gardens are superb. within 8 min. by tram 58

Michael

From Michael's guidebook

Just 7 minutes with the subway from out street. It is a complex of many sights, stunning grounds, Vienna's largest baroque palace, oldest zoo in the world, most impressing carriage museum, impressing historical botanic collection and green houses and the most inspiring location for your jogging workout.

CoastFlat

From CoastFlat's guidebook

Book your trip between 1st September and 30th June. 2 months before each performance – you can buy and choose your seats. All seats allow you to access English surtitles for each performance, as well as surtitles in Italian, French, Russian and Japanese. There is no formal dress code for the opera house in Vienna. Smart casual does it very well. You will stick out less as a tourist in truly elegant attire during Christmas and New Year. When the opera finishes and you are hungry follow the locals to a Vienna sausage stand. As odd as it seems to bite into a sausage in your smart outfit this is a cherished tradition. Alternatively, head for nearby Sacher Eck of Hotel Sacher for a Sacher sausage.

Andrija

From Andrija's guidebook

The Vienna State Opera is one of the top opera addresses in the world – where you can enjoy the very best in first-class productions. This famous stage offers a different program every day, with over 50 operas and ballet works on around 300 days per season.

Isabelle

From Isabelle's guidebook

Go to the OPERA for only 4€ (category standing, available every day 80 mins before start) Visit the opera house for €7,50 within a guided tour (students <27 only €3,50)

Horst

From Horst's guidebook

The revitalized Biedermeier district near the MuseumsQuartier has countless restaurants, cafés and bars with idyllic gardens - often slightly hidden in romantic courtyards. The Vienna Spittelberg, with its small, romantic lanes and the charming Biedermeier buildings is right next to the MuseumsQuartier. Between Breite Gasse and Sigmundsgasse is a lively entertainment area with outlets ranging from the typical Viennese inn to the smart bar, from the tasteful restaurant to the popular student pub. Most of them entice guests in the summertime with Schanigärten (as the Viennese call their outdoor dining areas). The young crowd like to go to the Amerling-Beisl. The idyllic Biedermeier garden in the inner courtyard here is especially worth seeing. The Tian Bistro on Spittelberg serves great vegetarian cuisine in a cozy ambiance with lots of warm wood.

Bettina

From Bettina's guidebook

Christmas Market at Spittelberg (24 minutes walking distance) Where: Spittelberg district When: 10 November - 23 December 2022 Opening times: Mondays – Thursdays 2 pm – 9 pm; Fridays 2 pm – 9.30 pm; Saturdays 10 am – 9.30 pm; Sundays and holidays 10 am – 9 pm

Barbara

From Barbara's guidebook

A great restaurant area, cobble streets, old buildings, a nice Christmas market in Nov and Dec, and about 30 different restaurants. Something for every taste for sure.

Susanna

From Susanna's guidebook

The Rathausplatz is our signature Christmas market. A tall arched gateway with candles welcomes visitors at the entrance to the Viennese Christmas Market on City Hall Square. The traditional Christmas Market offers Christmas gifts, Christmas tree decorations, handicrafts, culinary treats, confectionery, and warming drinks. At the Vienna Ice World at the Christmas Market, ice skaters can put on their skates and make rounds through the romantically illuminated City Hall Park. A special attraction for couples in love is the tree of hearts. For children, there's a 12 meter-high multi-level carousel and in the park a Christmas world with reindeer train, nativity scene trail, children's chalet, and a designated skating ring.

Christos

From Christos's guidebook

As a tourist you should not miss a visit of the Rathausplatz Vienna. Nearly all-the-year you can find here some special events like the film festival, circus, Christkindlmarkt (Christmas market), Wiener Eistraum (ice-skating rink) and some other seasonal events. In the summer months July and August you can find a lot of different stands from the regional restaurants at the Rathausplatz Vienna. If you don't find a place to enjoy the different local and international food then just walk a few meters to the shady and a bit more peaceful Rathauspark and sit down on a bench. At nightfall (around 21:00 o'clock) you can also watch every evening some opera or concert recordings at a large screen which is directly in front of the town hall. There are also a lot of seats and you can enjoy the open air cinema-feeling free of charge.

Victoria

From Victoria's guidebook

The Wiener Eistraum opened in front of the Town Hall on Rathausplatz on January 19.

Andy

From Andy's guidebook

The Stephansplatz is a square at the geographical centre of Vienna. It is named after its most prominent building, the Stephansdom, Vienna's cathedral and one of the tallest churches in the world. Before the 20th century, a row of houses separated Stephansplatz from Stock-im-Eisen-Platz,[1] but since their destruction, the name Stephansplatz started to be used for the wider area covering both. To the west and south, respectively, run the exclusive shopping streets Graben (literally "ditch") and Kärntner Straße ("Kärnten" is the German for Carinthia). Opposite the Stephansdom is the Haas-Haus, a piece of striking modern architecture by Hans Hollein. Although public opinion was originally skeptical about the combination of the mediaeval cathedral and the glass and steel building, it is now considered an example of how old and new architecture can mix harmoniously .

Stefan

From Stefan's guidebook

Travel back in time and feel like riding a taxi with tradition! Ride in a carriage drawn by horses and experience the city in slow motion! You find this next to the St. Stephens cathedral in the heart of the city. This is a typical austrian thing, some of the drivers are even dressed historically correct. The word ” Fiaker’ refers to both the two-horse cab itself and to the cabby, who is generally dressed in pepita-check trousers, a velvet jacket and derby hat.

Gurvinder & Rosie

From Gurvinder & Rosie's guidebook

THE city centre, heart of the oldtown, stroll around, get lost in the small streets and take in all the beauty of this oldest part of town, Hofburg palace just around the corner.

Clemens

From Clemens's guidebook

Therme Wien, one of Europe’s most contemporary city spas, opened in autumn 2010. Spread across a total area of 75,000m², it offers some 4,000m² of pool space, a sauna area of around 3,000m², a 6,000m² healthcare centre and a 1,200m² gym. Outstanding architecture and appealing design provide the setting for a comprehensive range of highlights including massage loungers; Finnish saunas and steam baths; saltwater, grotto and jacuzzi pools; diving towers; extra-wide, rubber-ring and adventure slides; daily children’s entertainment programmes, and Austria’s first spa library. Floating in the water, calm and carefree – lost in thought while the invigorating water works its magic. The extensive spa landscapes are perfectly formed. Here, the combination of soothing warm water and gentle activity will soon melt your everyday cares away. The same goes for the many quiet retreats that await discovery anew every time – and the time that guests find to reconnect with their own natural rhythm. Relax, and return to your old self as you work up a sweat and feel the pent up tension leave your body – the Sauna Stone section of Therme Wien was created with precisely this in mind. But what’s particularly about this section of the spa is that there is a separate area for women only and another for men, as well as the customary unisex variety – so there’s no longer any need for anyone to have mixed feelings about going to the sauna. Whichever you choose, all of the steam rooms and saunas are generously proportioned. The Sauna Stone covers around 3,000m² and is brimming with opportunities to soothe jangled nerves, melt into the reassuring warmth, withdraw for a while and recuperate.

Stefan

From Stefan's guidebook

Spas, pools, massages, healthcare centers, a gym, a restaurants and so much more! This huge, modern spa is a special experience to which you can get in no time! Boasting more than 40.000m2 of pool space and more than 75.000 in total speak for themselves. It further includes massage loungers; Finnish saunas and steam baths; saltwater, grotto and jacuzzi pools; diving towers; extra-wide, rubber-ring and adventure slides. Don't miss this! Just ride 5 metro stations from „Reumannplatz“ and you are right there!

Christian

From Christian's guidebook

This is a baths and spa. I recommend, when being there to buy as well beside the baths days ticket a days ticket for the spa area. Its a very good place to relax and to let the stress flow away.