Vienna

Travel Guide

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

Vienna Travel Guide Video

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
 Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
4 out of 5
Gerhard-Bronner-Straße 5, Vienna, Vienna
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥13,444 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥13,444
¥15,162 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (1,255 reviews)
"Hotel fine staff very good. Easily spotable from one side of station. Metro about 10 mins. Nothing to see in this area but excellent location for more transport links. !0 mini plus walking distance becomes more interesting less business like. Metro better than taxi for old town as traffic that bad ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Moxy Vienna Airport
Moxy Vienna Airport
3 out of 5
Ausfahrtsstraße 4, Schwechat
The price is ¥19,646 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
¥19,646
¥22,462 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Schwechat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,618 reviews)
"The location was very convenient—right next to the airport. It’s an easy 10-minute walk to the terminal. I also enjoyed the “funky” bar and overall theme, which created a light and fun atmosphere. However, the bed in my room could use an upgrade—the mattress was too soft, and the springs were noticeable. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Moxy Vienna Airport
Hilton Vienna Waterfront
Hilton Vienna Waterfront
4.5 out of 5
Handelskai 269, Vienna
The price is ¥19,110 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥19,110
¥21,551 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
A little bit of luxury
"The hotel is very nice and great relaxing view over the Danube. Restaurants in the area aren’t great but apart from the location the place was perfect for us."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Hilton Vienna Waterfront
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.
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! (1,226 reviews)
Good
"It was lovely, clean with excellent location and great facilities. The website didn't mention it, but laundry machines are available. Staff useful. One of the lights wasn't working however."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

smartments Wien Hauptbahnhof
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! (843 reviews)
"Close to the main train station. Rooms were spacious and all the kitchen items were provided."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 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! (788 reviews)
"Great hotel. Close to everything. Very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Vienna
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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Reviews of Vienna

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Everything was close and easy to get to.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city, wishing soon and full recovery from the pandemic.

5/5 - Excellent

Andre

Perfect place for romantic shopping with your girlfriend. Surprise her with an elegant and classy proposal at the Schonbrunn Palace :)

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

One of the most beautiful cities that I have ever visited.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is possibly the best city in Europe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We loved the ease of using public transport and the cleanliness of the stations. The coffee shops were great - very welcoming places to hang out. Art museums were amazing!! I would rate this trip to Vienna as one of the best vacations I ever took!

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