Vienna

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St. Stephen\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, a city and religious elements
Hofburg Imperial Palace which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and land animals
St. Stephen\'s Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage elements
Innere Stadt featuring railway items
The charming capital of Austria has classical music theaters, Old World coffeehouses and palaces, a historic zoo and modern nightclubs and galleries.

Explore the “City of Music” on the Donau (Danube River). Dine in classy restaurants, dance in modern clubs and investigate the local arts scene. Step back in time and see splendid palaces from numerous architectural eras with impressive fountains, parks and monuments.

Wien (Vienna) has been Austria’s capital since the end of World War I, but before that it was the capital of the Habsburg Empire for over six centuries. In the new Vienna, popular culture thrives, but you can still find a wealth of history and tradition in the classic heritage buildings, parks and coffeehouses. 

From November until March, when the weather is cold, a stay in Vienna involves browsing the many museums and visiting cozy restaurants to try traditional sweet or hearty dishes, such as Wiener Schnitzel and Sachertorte dessert.

You can’t miss Vienna’s Hofburg Imperial Palace. Step inside to see the riches of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed less than a century ago. While in the complex, also visit the Albertina, one of the world’s most important art galleries, and the stylish MuseumsQuartier, a cultural gathering hub.

The Naturhistorisches Museum (Natural History Museum), the Rathaus (Vienna City Hall) and Vienna State Opera are other popular cultural attractions are all located in the Innere Stadt (Old Town). This historic center is bounded by the Donau (Danube River) to the east and the loop of the Ringstraße (Circling Street). Vienna’s excellent public transportation system makes venturing outside this area easy too.

See Klimt’s paintings in the Burgtheater, Museum of Art History (Kunsthistorisches Museum) or the Belvedere. Families will love the Schönbrunn Palace, which houses the oldest zoo in the world.

Many influential composers, amazing artists and great thinkers have called Vienna home, so you’ll find references to creative geniuses like Strauss, Mahler, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Freud and Klimt everywhere. Many of them are interred in the Central Cemetery, which is testament to Vienna’s fame as a powerhouse for the arts.

Where to stay in Vienna

St. Stephen\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, a city and religious elements

Innere Stadt

5/5(1,255 area reviews)

Discover the heart of Vienna in the 1st district, where historic quarters meet corporate headquarters. Explore iconic sights like Hofburg Imperial Palace, Stephansdom, and Vienna State Opera for a memorable experience.

Innere Stadt
Wiener Prater which includes landscape views, a city and a square or plaza

Leopoldstadt

4.5/5(363 area reviews)

Surrounded by the Danube Canal and the Danube, this central district boasts the Wiener Prater amusement park, Schweizerhaus beer garden, and Augarten park. Explore cultural institutions like the Leopoldstadt Museum. Move around easily via the U2 metro line

Leopoldstadt
Viennese City Park featuring a garden, flowers and signage

Landstraße

4.5/5(200 area reviews)

Heavily populated and near Vienna's center, Landstraße boasts the 18th-century Belvedere Castle and gardens, Hundertwasserhaus flats, KunstHausWien, and Mozart's grave at St. Marx Cemetery.

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

Wieden

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Near the city centre, Wieden boasts the largest market of Vienna, Naschmarkt, and the famous baroque Karlskirche. Explore local bars, restaurants, and independent retailers in the vibrant Freihaus area.

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Favoriten

4/5(183 area reviews)

Heavily populated with residential buildings, Favoriten boasts large recreational areas like Kurpark Laaer Berg and the Bohemian Prater theme park. Explore the Gothic Spinnerin am Kreuz tower and Wasserturm, and move around from Vienna Main Station.

Favoriten
Naschmarkt showing food, markets and interior views

Mariahilf

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

Mainly residential, Mariahilf boasts Vienna's bustling shopping street, Mariahilfer Straße, and attractions like Haus des Meeres aquarium and Raimundtheater. Diverse shops and restaurants await exploration.

Mariahilf
Jaz in the City Vienna

Jaz in the City Vienna

4 out of 5
WINDMUEHLGASSE 28, Vienna
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥14,862 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥14,862
¥16,762 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (669 reviews)
"Modern boutique hotel, walkable to tourist attractions, restaurants and nightlife. The breakfast was very good and having a record player in the room added a nice touch. Definitely recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Jaz in the City Vienna
Rioca Vienna Posto 2

Rioca Vienna Posto 2

3.5 out of 5
Viehmarktgasse 4, Vienna, Wien
The price is ¥15,503 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥15,503
¥17,484 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,553 reviews)
Most amazing hotel
"Weather was super hot , so it made it nice having nice cold aced rooms. The best was super comfortable and the hotel room itself had loads of space and all the amenities to make our stay as amazing as it could. Employees were super friendly and extremely helpful. The whole experience was by far the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Rioca Vienna Posto 2
 Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof

4 out of 5
Gerhard-Bronner-Straße 5, Vienna, Vienna
The price is ¥13,609 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥13,609
¥15,349 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,418 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and modern. We did have a problem with the first room allocated to us where mould was in the shower. The staff kindly relocated us to another room. Staff were all nice and friendly. The only thing we were not made aware of was the free water bottles at reception. Otherwise everything ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
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.
Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere

Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere

4 out of 5
Canettistrasse 3, Vienna
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (886 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean and newer. Good location across from a park."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Vienna Belvedere
Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna

Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna

4 out of 5
Karl-Popper-Straße 6, Vienna
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (832 reviews)
"nice and safety location. nearby HBF station and good transportation around the hotel."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof

smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof

3 out of 5
Gertrude-Fröhlich-Sandner-Straße 15, Vienna, Vienna
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, satellite TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Vienna State Opera and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,262 reviews)
"Very well managed and located"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof
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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