Ottakring Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Vienna State Opera
Come and experience world-class opera productions in opulent surroundings or simply admire one of the most famous opera houses on the planet.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Schönbrunn Palace
Once the summer retreat of Austria's ruling dynasty, this stunning palace is set among 120 hectares of land which also houses the world's oldest zoo.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Centuries of architectural genius, artistic endeavour and fascinating history are packed into Vienna's most important religious structure.
Belvedere
Take in some of the best city views in Vienna from this Baroque masterpiece, which is also home to world-class artworks.
Activities
Wiener Mozart Konzert at the Musikverein
Imperial Gala Concert at Palais Auersperg
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Ottakring Hotel Deals
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
"The hotel was wonderful—our room was spacious, spotlessly clean, and all of the amenities provided were great. It was especially handy to have washers and dryers in the basement for guests’ use, although you do have to download an app to use them and pre-load your account with 20€ (you can claim ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
"Nice hotel in a great location if you have an early flight. You can walk to airport terminal in less than 10 minutes. Breakfast was fine. Room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Social Hub Vienna
"Very nice hotel and the staff very friendly…"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hilton Vienna Park
"Excellent properly very convenient for arrivals by train from airport and connection to city by train. Also within walking distance to the centre of Vienna. Hotel smells nice - Amenities were good bed very comfortable. It was our 20th wedding anniversary hotel didn’t take any notice for our request ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
MOOONS
"Had a great experience here. Was clean, conveniently close to the train station, and had a great rooftop bar/view. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen Vienna
"This is bulk traveller tourist hotel. Not even a bottle of water in room"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ottakring
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Lugner City or Mariahilfer Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
Josefstadt
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Josefstadt. Top attractions like Palais Auersperg and Piaristenkirche are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Florianigasse Tram Stop or Laudongasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Museum of Contraception and Abortion are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like Vienna Furniture Museum and Volkstheater, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Vienna City Hall Area
Consider a visit to Vienna Christmas Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Vienna City Hall Area. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rathausplatz/Burgtheater Tram Stop.
Mariahilf
Travellers 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.
