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Vienna: Hallstatt Day Trip with Skywalk Lift or Boat Ride

Vienna: Hallstatt Day Trip with Skywalk Lift or Boat Ride

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 98 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥23,884 per adult
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From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

From Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Melk, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Activity duration is 13 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥23,884 per adult
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Vienna: City Cruise

Vienna: City Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
3.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,498 per adult
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Mödling/Vienna: Scenic Guided Hike with Alpacas and Llamas

Mödling/Vienna: Scenic Guided Hike with Alpacas and Llamas

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,591 per adult
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Vienna City Card: Your Tourist Ticket incl. Discounts and Metro

Vienna City Card: Your Tourist Ticket incl. Discounts and Metro

Activity duration is 1 day
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Price is ￥2,921 per adult
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What to do in Schwechat

Discover the most popular places to visit in Schwechat

Schoenbrunn Palace which includes heritage architecture, a city and a castle

Schönbrunn Palace

Visit the world’s oldest zoo, find your way through an 18th-century maze or take a tour around the opulent summer castle of Austria’s former ruling family.

Schönbrunn Palace
Vienna State Opera featuring interior views and heritage architecture as well as an individual femail

Vienna State Opera

See a performance, visit the nearby opera museum or simply admire the architecture in one of the world’s most revered opera houses.

Vienna State Opera
Vienna Christmas Market

Vienna Christmas Market

When you visit Vienna Christmas Market, a popular shopping spot in Vienna, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

Vienna Christmas Market
St. Stephen\'s Cathedral showing a sunset, heritage architecture and landscape views

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Inspiring designs, religious artworks, intriguing legends and great views are featured in the city’s prominent Gothic building, the seat of Vienna’s archbishop.

St. Stephen's Cathedral
Wiener Prater featuring a city

Prater

Ride the famous Ferris wheel or a roller coaster at one of the longest-running amusement parks in the world or simply enjoy a walk in the surrounding park.

Prater
Hofburg Imperial Palace showing a city, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Hofburg Imperial Palace

Browse splendid museums and opulent rooms and visit theaters and equestrian shows in this historic residential estate of the powerful Habsburg dynasty.

Hofburg Imperial Palace
Stephansplatz showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Stephansplatz

Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.

Stephansplatz
Belvedere which includes a pond and heritage architecture

Belvedere

See masterpieces by Klimt, Monet, and Van Gogh and enjoy exceptional city views at this former imperial complex with gardens, stables and two Baroque palaces.

Belvedere
The United Nations is based at the Vienna International Centre and houses one of the four United Nations headquarters around the world. The tour is highly recommended and gives an insight and background to this place and the UN.

Vienna International Centre

After visiting Vienna International Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vienna. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Vienna International Centre

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Schwechat

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Mannswoerth

Mannswoerth is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Danube-Auen National Park and Central Cemetery while you're in town.

Mannswoerth
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Albern

While visiting Albern, you might make a stop by sights like Prater and Danube-Auen National Park.

Albern
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Rannersdorf

Rannersdorf might not have many top sights, but Central Cemetery and Gasometers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rannersdorf
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Kledering

Though Kledering might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Cemetery and Gasometers.

Kledering

Popular day trips from Schwechat

Belvedere showing a park, a castle and a square or plaza

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Frequently asked questions

Is Schwechat worth visiting?
From retail therapy to outdoor adventures and history, there are many interesting things to do in Schwechat. Remember to discover the area's mix of cool attractions, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Schwechat?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace and Prater. Then, tour different parts of Schwechat for a quick bite and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Schwechat?
Schönbrunn Palace is one of the top tourist attractions in Schwechat and deserves a spot on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Schwechat?
Three days in Schwechat is more than enough to visit the city's key attractions. Many travelers spend two days on average. Prater, Belvedere and Vienna House of the Arts are top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Vienna.
Is Schwechat a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Schwechat. Several top attractions, like Neugebaude Castle, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around one of Schwechat's neighborhoods, Rannersdorf is 2 kilometers away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Schwechat with kids?
Deciding what to do in Schwechat with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're traveling with teenagers or toddlers, there are many family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.

What to do in Schwechat for adults?
Ottakringer Brewery and Wiener Stadthalle are just a few of the things to do in Schwechat. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Schwechat?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Schwechat is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without getting your cash out. Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Nicholas is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.