Attractions Guidebook
Sightseeing
Built to rival the opulence of Versailles, Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace was once a summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs. Today, this baroque palace is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in Austria.
Schönbrunn Palace
47 Schönbrunner SchloßstraßeBuilt to rival the opulence of Versailles, Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace was once a summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs. Today, this baroque palace is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in Austria.
It houses the fabulous art collection of the Habsburgs, the royal dynasty of Austria for over 600 years. Inside you'll find amazing art treasures including Greek, Roman and Egyptian antiquities, European paintings and sculptures, a coin collection named one of the five best in the world.
You should consider booking brunch or lunch at in-house restaurant, Gerstner, which is located under the museum's beautiful marble dome.
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Maria-Theresien-PlatzIt houses the fabulous art collection of the Habsburgs, the royal dynasty of Austria for over 600 years. Inside you'll find amazing art treasures including Greek, Roman and Egyptian antiquities, European paintings and sculptures, a coin collection named one of the five best in the world.
You should consider booking brunch or lunch at in-house restaurant, Gerstner, which is located under the museum's beautiful marble dome.
It is the beating heart of Austria, and the home of top attractions such as Vienna's city hall, Parliament, and the lively Museum Quarter. Also known as the First District or Inner City and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area is rich with baroque castles and gardens.
You should hold cash! Credit cards aren’t that common especially at restaurants
Historic Center of Vienna
It is the beating heart of Austria, and the home of top attractions such as Vienna's city hall, Parliament, and the lively Museum Quarter. Also known as the First District or Inner City and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area is rich with baroque castles and gardens.
You should hold cash! Credit cards aren’t that common especially at restaurants
With its dark Gothic spires, intricately tiled roof, and imposing bell tower, St. Stephen's Cathedral is one of Vienna's star attractions. Centrally located on Stephansplatz square in the city's UNESCO-listed historic center, the cathedral is architecturally stunning both inside and out.
It’s free to enter the church but you would need to pay to climb the tower
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St. Stephen's Cathedral
3 StephansplatzWith its dark Gothic spires, intricately tiled roof, and imposing bell tower, St. Stephen's Cathedral is one of Vienna's star attractions. Centrally located on Stephansplatz square in the city's UNESCO-listed historic center, the cathedral is architecturally stunning both inside and out.
It’s free to enter the church but you would need to pay to climb the tower
Prater
A whole lot of attractions and rides
Belvedere Palace
27 Prinz Eugen-Straße Night Life
Places you can go at night to experience Vienna
Jazzland
29 Franz-Josefs-KaiJazzland is a must-visit for jazz enthusiasts
Vienna Night Club
The Vienna Night Club is known for its high energy atmosphere
Loos American Bar offers a more relaxed vibe with a selection of classic cocktails.
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Loosbar American Bar
10 Kärntner DurchgangLoos American Bar offers a more relaxed vibe with a selection of classic cocktails.
The interior of this club, going since the ’90s, is pretty much the embodiment of ‘faded grandeur’ – explore its three appealing rooms and spacious garden, and you’ll quickly see what we mean. Celeste attracts a range of DJs, mostly local, and there are regular karaoke and jazz nights throughout the week
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Celeste
18 HamburgerstraßeThe interior of this club, going since the ’90s, is pretty much the embodiment of ‘faded grandeur’ – explore its three appealing rooms and spacious garden, and you’ll quickly see what we mean. Celeste attracts a range of DJs, mostly local, and there are regular karaoke and jazz nights throughout the week
Vienna’s oldest and best-known gay club, WhyNot packs out fast at the weekend. Set over three floors with three bars, each with a different vibe, nights here are always fun, friendly and ever so slightly mad, and the drinks are top-notch. Themed nights are frequent, but it’s best to check their website.
Why Not Clubdiscothek
22 Tiefer GrabenVienna’s oldest and best-known gay club, WhyNot packs out fast at the weekend. Set over three floors with three bars, each with a different vibe, nights here are always fun, friendly and ever so slightly mad, and the drinks are top-notch. Themed nights are frequent, but it’s best to check their website.
The epitome of a traditional Viennese Kaffeehaus, Kaffee Alt Wien has been satisfying punters since 1922. A happy mix of locals and tourists head here for espressos by day and foaming steins of beer by night. With concert posters plastered over every inch of wall space, the interior has a pleasingly old-school vibe.
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Café Alt Wien
9 BäckerstraßeThe epitome of a traditional Viennese Kaffeehaus, Kaffee Alt Wien has been satisfying punters since 1922. A happy mix of locals and tourists head here for espressos by day and foaming steins of beer by night. With concert posters plastered over every inch of wall space, the interior has a pleasingly old-school vibe.
Tucked behind a metal door between Mariahilferstraße and the MuseumsQuartier, this inconspicuous club’s neoclassical arches are lit with stunning daily-changing projections. A Neubau favourite, Donau is a well-established haunt on the Vienna club scene, drawing underground electro, house and techno DJs. Drinks are relatively cheap, and the club has its own Würstelstand for after-hours snacks.
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Donau
10 Karl-Schweighofer-GasseTucked behind a metal door between Mariahilferstraße and the MuseumsQuartier, this inconspicuous club’s neoclassical arches are lit with stunning daily-changing projections. A Neubau favourite, Donau is a well-established haunt on the Vienna club scene, drawing underground electro, house and techno DJs. Drinks are relatively cheap, and the club has its own Würstelstand for after-hours snacks.
The area around the Donaukanal has become a lively nightlife hotspot, particularly in the summer months when the banks fill up with hip local twenty-somethings. With its rich programme of DJ sets and live concerts, this canalside venue is one of the main draws. Flex’s adjacent café has its own dance floor and stays open long into the night.
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Flex
1 AugartenbrückeThe area around the Donaukanal has become a lively nightlife hotspot, particularly in the summer months when the banks fill up with hip local twenty-somethings. With its rich programme of DJ sets and live concerts, this canalside venue is one of the main draws. Flex’s adjacent café has its own dance floor and stays open long into the night.
Goldentime Saunaclub (Wien)
It may be on the garish side, but you can’t argue with the striking exterior of this huge 1950s folly with its glass pavilion and original furnishings. Volksgarten admission is usually free before 10pm, and Saturday is the most popular night. Music tends towards the mainstream, though house and techno also feature.
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Volksgarten
HeldenplatzIt may be on the garish side, but you can’t argue with the striking exterior of this huge 1950s folly with its glass pavilion and original furnishings. Volksgarten admission is usually free before 10pm, and Saturday is the most popular night. Music tends towards the mainstream, though house and techno also feature.
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When exploring Vienna, embrace local culture by saying "oida" often, enjoy Wiener Schnitzel, and opt for walking or public transport to save money and experience the city authentically. Remember, Vienna's charm lies beyond the typical tourist spots; delve into hidden areas, visit live music cafes, and consider a Danube cruise for a unique experience.