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

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

￥3,514
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Vienna City Card: Your Tourist Ticket incl. Discounts and Metro
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Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)

￥4,994
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Highlights of Vienna: Small Group Food, Coffee & Market Tour

Highlights of Vienna: Small Group Food, Coffee & Market Tour

￥23,859
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highlights of Vienna: Small Group Food, Coffee & Market Tour
Schönbrunn Palace Classical Concert

Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn

￥10,727
per traveler
84% of travellers recommend
Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna

Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna

￥7,028
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna
Concert at House of Music Vienna: Mozart, Strauss & the Masters

Concert at House of Music Vienna: Mozart, Strauss & the Masters

￥5,364
per adult
Concert at House of Music Vienna: Mozart, Strauss & the Masters
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace & Panoramic Train

Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace & Panoramic Train

￥10,912
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace & Panoramic Train
Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral

Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral

￥2,774
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Concert at Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral
Musikverein

Vienna: Classical Music Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein

￥6,104
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vienna: Classical Music Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein
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Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna (incl. Boat)

Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna (incl. Boat)

Activity duration is 12 hours and 45 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 53 reviews
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The previous price was ￥23,427 and current price is ￥20,381 per adult
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Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 421 reviews
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Price is ￥18,742 per adult
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Highlights of Vienna: Small Group Food, Coffee & Market Tour

Highlights of Vienna: Small Group Food, Coffee & Market Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
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Price is ￥24,177 per adult
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Vienna Classical Concert at St. Peter’s Church

Vienna Classical Concert at St. Peter’s Church

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 1189 reviews
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Price is ￥7,309 per adult
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Vienna City Bike Tour

Vienna City Bike Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 334 reviews
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Price is ￥9,183 per adult
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Vienna Christmas Market

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Vienna's Christkindlmarkt fills Rathausplatz with wooden stalls selling artisanal crafts against the illuminated City Hall. Warm yourself with mulled wine while exploring the ice skating rink and enjoying carolers.
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Innere Stadt

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 Vienna Christmas Market, and jump on the metro at Stephansplatz U-Bahn or Herrengasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Leopoldstadt

Spend some time visiting places like Giant Ferris Wheel while getting to know Leopoldstadt, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Praterstern U-Bahn or Franzensbrücke Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Neubau

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. Top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Landstraße

Travelers choose Landstraße for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Rochusgasse U-Bahn or Sechskrügelgasse Tram Stop and check out top sights like University of Music and Performing Arts.

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Mariahilf

Travelers 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.

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Mauerbach

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Fischamend

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Klosterneuburg

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Gerasdorf bei Wien

Frequently asked questions

Is Vienna worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Vienna is explore Schönbrunn Palace. Check this leading sight off your list, then experience more of this area's nature and history.
How do I spend a day in Vienna?
Schönbrunn Palace and Prater are two great places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the retail and dining options in Vienna while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Vienna?
The top tourist attraction in Vienna is Schönbrunn Palace, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Vienna?
Three days in Vienna is enough to visit the city's main attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and Prater are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to visit nearby hotspots like Schwechat.
Is Vienna a walkable city?
With popular neighborhoods and top attractions within walking distance of the city center, Vienna is a good destination to explore on foot. Wander between St. Stephen's Cathedral and Prater. Then take a stroll through Innere Stadt, located 0.64 kilometers from downtown, and Landstraße, which is about 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Vienna with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Vienna with kids.

What to do in Vienna for adults?
Ottakringer Brewery and Wiener Stadthalle are just a few of the things to do in Vienna. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Vienna?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Vienna is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on hip neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without getting your cash out. St. Stephen's Cathedral is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.

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