Vienna Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

Where to stay

Hotels in Vienna

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Exquisites Gartenapartment in eleganter Jugendstilvilla

Strehlgasse 32 | Vienna, 1190, AT

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Skyflats Vienna - Belle View

26 Breitenfelder Gasse Top 35 - Rooftop | Vienna, 1080, AT

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Terrace Apartment for 4 near Naschmarkt & U4 Metro

35 Schönbrunner Straße 24 | Vienna, 1050, AT

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Cucconi Apartment

Hofferplatz 4 | Vienna, 1160, AT

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S&E Apartments Vienna

2b Jagdgasse | Vienna, 1100, AT

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Roosevelt Stadthaus

Frankgasse 1 | Vienna, 1090, AT

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Studio-Apartment Augarten

Glockengasse 11/1 | Vienna, 1020, AT

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Apartment Philadelphia Vienna

Darnautgasse 7 | Vienna, 1120, AT

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At a glance

Climate

Continental

Languages

German and English

Local currency

EUR (EUR)

Local time

00:55 (GMT+2)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

4 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Innere Stadt

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Round up or 5-10%

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Wiener Schnitzel Sachertorte Apfelstrudel Kaiserschmarrn

When to visit Vienna

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July Busiest: Jun-Aug

Jan

40

Cold, often snowy
Feb

45

Cold, winter lingers
Mar

60

Chilly, spring emerges
Apr

75

Mild, pleasant, fresh
May

85

Warm, sunny, blooming
Jun

90

Warm, sunny, vibrant
Jul

92

Hot, sunny, lively
Aug

90

Warm, sunny, bustling
Sept

88

Mild, pleasant, autumn
Oct

70

Cool, crisp, colorful
Nov

55

Chilly, pre-winter
Dec

70

Cold, festive markets

40

Jan Cold, often snowy

45

Feb Cold, winter lingers

60

Mar Chilly, spring emerges

75

Apr Mild, pleasant, fresh

85

May Warm, sunny, blooming

90

Jun Warm, sunny, vibrant

92

Jul Hot, sunny, lively

90

Aug Warm, sunny, bustling

88

Sept Mild, pleasant, autumn

70

Oct Cool, crisp, colorful

55

Nov Chilly, pre-winter

70

Dec Cold, festive markets

Things to do in Vienna

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Explore Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens

Hietzing 3.5 hrs

Wander through imperial rooms and vast baroque gardens of the former imperial summer residence.

Indoors Good for children

Visit Hofburg Palace & Sisi Museum

Innere Stadt 3 hrs

Discover the opulent imperial apartments and delve into the life of Empress Elisabeth.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Indulge in Viennese Coffeehouse Culture

Innere Stadt 1.5 hrs

Savor coffee and cake in a historic, elegant setting, a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.

Indoors Good for children

Admire Art at Belvedere Palace

Wieden 2.5 hrs

See Gustav Klimt's 'The Kiss' and other Austrian masterpieces in a stunning baroque palace.

Indoors

Ride the Riesenrad at Prater

Leopoldstadt 2 hrs

Experience iconic views of Vienna from the historic Giant Ferris Wheel in Prater amusement park.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Attend a Classical Music Concert

Innere Stadt 2.5 hrs

Immerse yourself in Vienna's musical heritage with a performance in a grand concert hall.

Indoors

Any time of day

1 place

Ascend St. Stephen's Cathedral

Innere Stadt 1.5 hrs

Climb the South Tower for panoramic city views and explore the historic cathedral's interior.

Indoors Good for children

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Food and drink

2 Days in Vienna — Food & Wine

A gourmet journey through Vienna's imperial kitchens, vibrant markets, and scenic vineyards.

Embark on a delightful 2-day culinary adventure through Vienna, designed for foodies and wine enthusiasts. This itinerary explores the city's rich gastronomic heritage, from traditional coffee houses and bustling markets to elegant dining and charming wine taverns. Discover the flavors of Austria while savoring iconic dishes and exquisite local wines.

2 Days 10 Stops

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