Vienna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Belvedere featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city
St. Stephen\'s Cathedral showing religious aspects, a city and a church or cathedral
Vienna
Vienna
Vienna

The “City of Music” has been an arts powerhouse and an important European capital for centuries, and has a lot to offer those lucky enough to visit.

Wien, or Vienna in English, has been the capital city of Austria for almost a century, having been the first city of the Habsburg Empire for over 600 years before that. The city centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical importance, and the mighty Donau (Danube River) flows through the its heart.In the present day, the city is a vibrant central European hub, full of chic eateries, trendy nightclubs and an active arts scene. Alongside all of this sits the very clear legacy of the city’s past as an imperial metropolis, in the form of ornate and imposing palaces, meticulously maintained parks and numerous monuments.To learn more about this rich history and to admire the spoils of rule from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, visit the Hofburg Imperial Palace. In the same complex, the Albertina offers a fabulous, world-renowned collection of art, while the MuseumsQuartier is a busy gathering place for cultural events.The Innere Stadt, which is bound by the Danube on one side and the Ringstraße (Circling Street) on the others, is also home to a number of other cultural hotspots. Admire the splendid Rathaus (Vienna City Hall) and Vienna State Opera, or while away an afternoon at the excellent Naturhistorisches Museum (Natural History Museum).Native Viennese artist Gustav Klimt is adored here, and his masterpieces are on show in some top galleries, including the Burgtheater, the Museum of Art History (Kusthistorisches Museum) and the Belvedere. If you’re visiting the city with people who are a little too young for art appreciation, then a visit to the Schönbrunn Palace to see the world's oldest zoo offers a fun alternative.The importance of Vienna as a melting pot for musicians, groundbreaking thinkers and fantastic artists down through the years is difficult to overstate: Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, Strauss and Hayden all lived here, as did Sigmund Freud and the aforementioned Gustav Klimt. Many of these stellar names can be honoured with a visit to their final resting places in the Central Cemetery.

Where to stay in Vienna

St. Stephen\'s Cathedral showing religious aspects, a city and a church or cathedral

Innere Stadt

4.5/5(109 area reviews)

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.

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

Leopoldstadt

4/5(32 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Leopoldstadt. If sightseeing is on the list, Giant Ferris Wheel is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Praterstern U-Bahn or Franzensbrücke Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Leopoldstadt
Belvedere featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Wieden

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like St. Charles Church while getting to know Wieden, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Paulanergasse Station or Taubstummengasse U-Bahn to see more of the area.

Wieden
Viennese City Park which includes a garden, signage and flowers

Landstraße

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Landstraße. Spend some time visiting top spots like Landstraßer Hauptstraße, and catch the metro at Rochusgasse U-Bahn or Sechskrügelgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Favoriten

4/5(34 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Favoriten. Spend some time visiting top spots like Horr-Stadion, and catch the metro at Altes Landgut Station or Alaudagasse Station to see more of the area.

Favoriten
Naschmarkt which includes food, markets and interior views

Mariahilf

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Mariahilf
Jaz in the City Vienna

Jaz in the City Vienna

4 out of 5
WINDMUEHLGASSE 28, Vienna
The price is AU$239 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$239
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (696 reviews)
Highly recommend
"It is a wonderful place to stay with a great stylish and clean room with great touches and lovely helpful staff."

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025

Jaz in the City Vienna
 Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof

4 out of 5
Gerhard-Bronner-Straße 5, Vienna, Vienna
The price is AU$198 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$198
per night
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,458 reviews)
Excellent
"Absolutely perfect, great area, great hotel couldn’t fault it, so close to the station too"

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Prize by Radisson, Vienna City

Prize by Radisson, Vienna City

3 out of 5
Karl-Popper-Straße 7, Vienna
The price is AU$138 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$138
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,175 reviews)
"The staff went above and beyond...even though they were getting slammed the staff took time to print my train tickets for me"

Reviewed on 26 Aug. 2025

Prize by Radisson, Vienna City
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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 ...
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 ...
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 aparthotel in Vienna. Enjoy free WiFi, satellite TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Vienna State Opera and Vienna Christmas ...
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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