Things to do & places to visit in Vienna Region, Austria

Vienna Region #1 destination in Austria 2023. The average rating score is 4.47 based on 227.9k traveler reviews, of 33 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Vienna, current date and time: Wednesday, May 08, 2024, 19:02.

Top things to do (23)

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5.0 Third Man Museum (639 reviews)
- Favorite Destination on Recent Trip to Austria - Don't Miss It! A Great Museum.
Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

During a recent trip to Austria, stopped by this museum in Vienna and it turned out to be favorite stop on the entire trip. A great museum with wall-to-wall memorabilia, props, bios, and collectibles from the movie. Could easily spend hours here looking at everything and reading everything on display. Includes some really fun exhibits for fans of the movie - including a couple of photo opps that put you in the movie. Along with this entire collection of movie memorabilia, you'll find a whole section of the museum on the real history of the time, which is reflected in throughout the movie. The historical aspect of this museum is fascinating and could be a complete museum on its own. If you are a fan of WWII history or a movie buff, this is an attraction in Vienna to not be missed. See more..
4.5 Schönbrunn Palace (43.3k reviews) from $48.18
- Stunning and worth every bit of your time!
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Architectural Buildings • Castles

The Cultural World Heritage Site of Schönbrunn Palace is Austria's most frequently visited tourist attraction. In the palace the residential and state rooms with their original furnishings and decorations convey an authentic impression of the imperial lifestyle. The park and gardens surrounding the palace make Schönbrunn in a unique synthesis of Baroque art as well as providing a convenient and highly popular recreational area for Vienna's population. See more..
4.5 St. Stephen's Cathedral (24.2k reviews)
- St. Stephen's Cathedral Vienna
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

Austria's most prominent national symbol, this magnificent cathedral is known for its intricately tiled roof and its nearly 500-foot-tall South Tower, which provides amazing views of the entire city. See more..
4.5 Historic Center of Vienna (19.3k reviews)
- Submerge yourself in history
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

The historic centre of Vienna is rich in beautiful architecture, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. See more..
4.5 Belvedere Museum (17.9k reviews) from $17.02
- The kiss by Vienna
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Art Museums

The two Belvedere palaces were built in the early eighteenth century by the famous Baroque architect Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt to be used as the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy (1663–1736). One of Europe’s most stunning Baroque landmarks, this ensemble – comprising the Upper and Lower Belvedere and an extensive garden – is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today the Belvedere houses the greatest collection of Austrian art dating from the Middle Ages to the present day, complemented by the work of international artists such as Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, and Max Beckmann. Highlights from the holdings Vienna 1880–1914 are the world’s largest collection of Gustav Klimt’s paintings (including the famous golden Art Nouveau icons the Kiss (Lovers) and Judith) and works by Egon Schiele and Oskar Kokoschka. Key works of French Impressionism and the greatest collection of Viennese Biedermeier art are further attractions on display at the Upper Belvedere. See more..
4.5 The Hofburg (12.7k reviews) from $48.18
- A delightful dive into Vienna’s imperial history
Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

For centuries the Vienna Hofburg was the centre of the Habsburg empire. Today the palace houses three museums which afford historically authentic insights into the traditions and everyday life of the imperial court: The Imperial Apartments with their original furnishings and decoration, the Sisi Museum with its sensitive staging of the empress' life, and the Imperial Silver Collection which contains a comprehensive range of tableware and other utensils used at the imperial court. See more..
4.5 Schonbrunner Gardens (10.3k reviews)
- Manicured gardens
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM Historic Walking Areas • Parks • Gardens

After the Schonbrun Palace Tour we visited the gardens located at the rear. Entry is free however attractions such as Privy Garden, the Orangery Garden , Maze Zoo, Palm House and the Desert House require tickets. The gardens are manicured and spectacular with water features and lots of seating areas for you to relax and enjoy the view. See more..
4.5 Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna (10.0k reviews)
- Not worth the visit on a hot days
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Zoos

Zoo Vienna, the oldest existing zoo in the world founded in 1752. Schonbrunn Zoo was voted Europe's best in 2008, 2010 and 2012. Schonbrunn Zoo is the perfect place for a journey into the fascinating world of the animal kingdom. Open year round, it combines the highlights of the natural world with an unparalleled history as the world's oldest and Europe's best zoo. It is part of Schonbrunn as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage listed site and home to more than 700 species of animals. Marvel at the Giant pandas, tigers, orangutans, koalas and elephants, immerse yourself in the magic of the Amazon and feel the heat of a tropical rainforest in the heart of Europe. Moderated feeding sessions, guided tours and a trip aboard the panorama train turn a trip to the zoo into an unforgettable experience. See more..
4.5 Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna (9.894 reviews) from $22.48
- Spectacular museum
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums

Experience one of the world's foremost museums! Let yourself be enchanted by works spanning five millennia, from Ancient Egypt to the modern era. Experience unique major works by Dürer, Raphael, Titian and Velázquez as well as the world's largest collection of Bruegel paintings, all in a magnificent setting. The Kunstkammer Vienna, featuring the famous Saliera by Benvenuto Cellini, is a veritable universe of art and beauty guaranteed to transform any visit into an unforgettable experience. Included in the ticket are the collections at the Neue Burg on the opposite side of Vienna's Ringstrasse. Here you will see the instruments used by the great composers and be transported back to chivalrous times when knights held sway and tourneys and hunting shaped courtly life. See more..
4.5 Wiener Staatsoper (8.113 reviews) from $0.00
- Lovely Performance of Wagner’s Das Rheingold
Spent 2-3 hours Theaters

Vienna's internationally renowned opera offers nearly 300 performances each year. See more..
4.5 Albertina (6.953 reviews) from $27.84
- A worthwhile way to spend your time and money
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

Situated in the very heart of Vienna's City center, the Albertina houses one of the most important art collections of the world. Founded in 1776, the Museum today owns masterpieces by Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Duerer, Rembrandt etc. These collections are presented in temporary exhibitions. The Batliner Collection "From Monet to Picasso" is permanentely on display and shows the most important works by artists from the age of modernism. The Habsburg Historic Staterooms of the Albertina give an air of Imperial glamour. See more..
4.5 Stephansplatz (6.113 reviews)
- A great place to meet and wander
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Stephansplatz, right in front of St. Stephen’s church is a great place to wander and explore. And because of its central location, it’s also a great place to meet as a group should you decide to wander off on your own. There are always street performers and hawkers and of course, it’s full of tourist. Still, it’s fun to wander around and explore, do a little shopping or simply take a coffee and people watch! See more..
4.5 Rathaus (5.420 reviews)
- Stunning
Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings

In a city that's blessed with so many amazing looking buildings the Rathaus is arguably the most beautiful. Vienna City Hall ( Wiener Rathaus ) is the seat of the local government . Constructed between 1872-1883 from designs from architect Friedrich Von Schmidt ,it's a wonderful example of Neo Gothic architecture and at one time was the worlds tallest building ,my twin brother Stephen and I were in Vienna for the run up to the Christmas period ,we visited all the Christmas markets in Vienna on our weeks holiday in this most beautiful of city's and the one held on Rathausplatz was the biggest and the busiest ,amazing to wander around enjoying mulled wine and with the stunning Rathaus as a beautiful backdrop ,if you're planning a holiday to Vienna it's a building I highly recommend you check out,it's easy to locate on Friedrich Schmidt Platz . See more..
4.5 Natural History Museum (Naturhistorisches Museum) (5.049 reviews)
- Amazing, educational, and interactive
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Natural History Museums

The highlights of this natural history museum include a significant collection of dinosaur skeletons and meteorites in addition to a large display of insects from around the world. See more..
4.5 Peterskirche (4.145 reviews) from $36.40
- The Smaller Version.
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

he Church of St. Peter (St. Peterskirche) was built in the 18th century in a round shape and is to some extent based on St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. The interior of the church has a richly decorated with stucco and frescoes. Admission is free, although a (small) donation will always be appreciated. See more..
4.5 MuseumsQuartier Wien (3.881 reviews)
- Art and lifestyle
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Art Museums

90,000 m², 60 cultural institutions - the MuseumsQuartier Wien is a place of art and crea tivity. You'll find renowned museums here, as wellas small cultural initiatives, classics of modernism and young artists of the current century. The spectrum ranges from the visual arts to architecture, music, fashion, theater, dance, literature and children's culture, to game culture, street art, design and photography. Innumerable cultural events also take place throughout the year in the courtyards of the MQ, featuring everything from dance performances, exhibition projects and film festivals to literary readings and even DJ line-ups. See more..
4.5 Leopold Museum (2.894 reviews) from $16.06
- For art and modern history lovers
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums

The Leopold Museum is a unique treasure-house of Viennese Jugendstil, the Wiener Werkstätte and Expressionism. It is the most-visited museum of the city's hottest cultural site, the MuseumsQuartier, and it houses the most significant and largest Egon Schiele collection in the world, as well as masterworks by Secession founder Gustav Klimt. Tip: The museum's panorama windows offer a wonderful view of central Vienna with Maria Theresa Square and the Hofburg Palace. See more..
4.5 State Hall of the Austrian National Library (2.841 reviews)
- Breathtaking Baroque library in Vienna
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Libraries

What comes to mind when you think of a library hall? Enter the State Hall of the Austrian National Library and your expectations are guaranteed to be exceeded. The State Hall – built in the 18th century as part of the former Court Library – is a breathtaking 80 metres long and 20 metres high. An intricately decorated dome and numerous frescos provide an imperial flair. This baroque jewel is home to over 200,000 tomes. Four magnificent Venetian globes, each with a diameter of over one metre, provide the finishing touch to the heart of the Austrian National Library. See more..
4.5 Rathausplatz (2.729 reviews)
- One of the most fun places in Vienna.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Vienna, with its imperial history, has the image of a very prim city. In theory, the Town Hall Square should be the personification of significance and seriousness. However, the opposite is true. The Town Hall Square is perhaps one of the most fun places in Vienna. There is a Christmas market here in winter. And in the summer we caught a rock concert with massive consumption of beer, sausages and other things. We regretted that we went to a restaurant for dinner. It was cheaper and more fun here. See more..
4.5 Ringstrasse (2.650 reviews)
- A full circle of historical landmarks!
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Constructed in the late 19th century, this wide avenue encircles the old city of Vienna. See more..
4.5 Vienna U-Bahn (2.597 reviews)
- simple and easy to use
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Public Transportation Systems

We booked a 3 day pass via Get your Guide and this enabled us to use the trams and tubes free of charge during that period. Well worth the money and ease of access jumping on and off the trams and tube. We stayed on the outskirts of Vienna with a short tram ride into the centre but used the tube to visit attractions all over the city. See more..
4.5 Kaiserliche Schatzkammer Wien (2.323 reviews) from $16.34
- Well Worth the Cost!
Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

In view of the current situation, restricted opening hours will apply at the Imperial Treasury Vienna from Monday 2 November 2020 until Sunday 28 March 2021. Awaiting you at the Imperial Treasury Vienna in the Hofburg Palace is the Austrian Imperial Crown and the insignia of the Holy Roman Empire with the Imperial Crown and the Holy Lance. Other highlights include the treasure of the Order of the Golden Fleece and parts of the immensely opulent treasure of the Dukes of Burgundy from the 15th century. Also on show is the original jewellery of Empress Elisabeth and legendary treasures such as the agate bowl associated with the Holy Grail, the world’s largest cut emerald, and the »horn« of the mythical unicorn. See more..
4.5 Central Cemetery (Zentralfriedhof) (1.645 reviews)
- Absolutely beautiful
Spent 1-2 hours Cemeteries • Children's Museums

Europe's second largest cemetery marks the final resting place for over 2.5 million people, including Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert and Strauss. See more..
4.5 Haus der Musik (1.613 reviews) from $17.13
- So much fun, and educational
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

HAUS DER MUSIK is Vienna's modern, interactive Sound Museum. Five floors are dedicated to the fascinating world of music and sound. Test your own musical talent on the Virtual Conductor, enjoy a short version of the famous New Year's Concert, compose your own waltz with the interactive Waltz Dice Game, learn more about Mozart, Strauss or Beethoven and experiment with pitch, sounds and musical instruments. It's the only one of its kind in the world. See more..
4.5 KUNST HAUS WIEN. Museum Hundertwasser (1.598 reviews) from $9.64
- A Riot of Colour in Countless Media
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Architectural Buildings • Art Museums

EXPERIENCE HUNDERTWASSER UP CLOSE: Art - Achitecture - Nature - Vision Two intriguing museums experiences await the visitors at the KUNST HAUS WIEN. The Museum Hundertwasser presents the world's biggest collection of Austrian exceptional artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928 -2000): his world famous paintings, fine art prints, tapestries and architectural designs. Here you can immerse yourself in his imaginative world of art inside and out - colorful walls and uneven floors in the interior, the artistic façade with tiles and color fields on the outside. "Tree tenants" grow from the windows, plants and flowers inhabit the rooftop and inner courtyard. In Vienna's first "green museum" one can sense Hundertwasser's visionary mind and experience his ecological engagement on site. Beyond that the KUNST HAUS WIEN is Vienna's premier house for photography exhibitions: changing exhibitions introduce the biggest names of photography to a wide audience. See more..
4.5 Heeresgeschichtliches Museum (1.557 reviews)
- Great value, with some must see artifacts.
Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums

The Museum of Military History, one of the most important history museums in the world, is situated right in the centre of the Arsenal. About five-hundred years of Austrian and European History are depicted in the collections exhibited in the main building, which has kept its character of an artistic synthesis, making visible, by means of thousands of original exhibits, a part of world cultural heritage. In five major sections the museum shows the history of the Habsburg empire from the end of the 16th century until 1918 and Austria's fate after the dissolution of the monarchy up to the year 1945. See more..
4.5 Volksgarten (1.360 reviews)
- Worth the Visit!
Parks • Monuments & Statues

Just opposite the Parliament is the Volksgarten. The garden, which is part of the Hofburg Palace, was laid out by Ludwig Remy in 1821. The park was built over the city fortifications that were destroyed by Napoleon in 1809. The Volksgarten was opened to the public in 1823. The Volksgarten Pavilion is a multifunctional dance, café, restaurant and recreation spot, and a real institution among locals. It is hidden from Ringstrasse. The park is also known for its beautiful rose gardens, where over three thousand shrubs and over two hundred varieties of this popular flower have been planted. In the spring and summer, step into the shady garden with its original Fifties-style furniture and lamps, the boules and petanque players (like the Italian bocce game) and the yummy barbecues. In addition to the gardens, there are several monuments and fountains See more..
4.0 Prater (9.989 reviews)
- A Nice Afternoon Out
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks • Parks

Vienna’s landmark amusement park is a fun day out for any kind of traveler. Multiple kid-friendly attractions will keep the young ones entertained, from mysterious ghost trains to exciting go-karts and fun houses. The highlight of the park is a 200-foot-high Ferris Wheel, which boasts a spectacular view of the park and Vienna throughout the day. When you're feeling peckish, head over to the famous Schweizerhaus restaurant for traditional Austrian cuisine and beer, or visit one of the many other eateries available. If you need a break from the rollercoasters, head to the Madame Tussauds Museum, light-up disco, or historical museum. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.0 Hundertwasserhaus (3.270 reviews)
- The Most Colourful Social Housing
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

We’d never heard of Hundertwasser before coming to Vienna and were stunned by this quirky building, especially as it started out as social housing. The people who live here now must get fed up of visitors milling about. We avoided the tat shop opposite. Set us up nicely for a visit to the nearby Kunst Haus. See more..
4.0 Sisi Museum (2.922 reviews)
- Exceeded our expectations
Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums

We hadn't planned on visiting this museum, but decided to take the plunge after talking to some other tourists who recommended it. We knew nothing about Sisi beforehand, but got a thorough insight into her life through the audioguide. We didn't mind the silverware and porcelain section at the start. We found the narratives for this museum and the Schonnbrunn Palace to be extremely similar, so save your Euros and just do one or the other. Given a choice, I'd say the museum was better value for money (several hours of stuff to see vs. the Palace's 40 minutes plus extra time seeing the free gardens) and less busy. See more..