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Vienna

The imperial city of music - Habsburg palaces, grand coffeehouses, Klimt's golden art and the waltz still in the air.

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5 Restaurants
5 Hotels
1 Itineraries

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Best time to visit

April to June and September to October bring mild, pleasant weather, blooming gardens or autumn colour, and the full cultural season - the ideal time to visit. Summer is warm and lively. Winter is cold but magical, with world-famous Christmas markets in December and the opera and concert season in full swing.

Daily budget
$175
Time zone
GMT+1 (CET)
Language
German (English widely spoken)
Currency
EUR (Euro (EUR))
Emergency
112
Power
Type C & F · 230V

About Vienna

For centuries the seat of the Habsburg emperors, Vienna remains one of Europe's grandest and most graceful capitals. Monumental palaces and museums line the Ringstrasse boulevard, the spire of St Stephen's Cathedral rises over the old centre, and the city's deep musical heritage - Mozart, Beethoven, Strauss - still fills its concert halls and opera house. It is repeatedly ranked the most liveable city in the world, and it is easy to see why. Vienna is a place to savour at a stately pace. Spend mornings among the gilded rooms of Schonbrunn and the Hofburg or before Klimt's shimmering Kiss at the Belvedere, then sink into a marble-and-velvet coffeehouse for a melange and a slice of Sachertorte, lingering over a newspaper as the Viennese have for generations. Evenings belong to the opera, a classical concert or a glass of wine at a heuriger tavern in the vineyard hills. Spring and autumn bring mild, comfortable weather, summer is warm and lively, and winter glows with Christmas markets and concert season. Dress smartly, ride the spotless U-Bahn, and let Vienna's old-world elegance slow you down.

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Things to Do in Vienna

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Schonbrunn PalaceHistorical

Schonbrunn Palace

The Habsburgs' magnificent summer palace, with 1,400 rooms, lavish state apartments and vast formal gardens, a fountain and a hilltop Gloriette.

2-3 hours From EUR 274.7(250,000)
St Stephen's CathedralReligious

St Stephen's Cathedral

Vienna's soaring Gothic cathedral with its patterned tiled roof, dominating the old centre - climb the south tower for sweeping city views.

45 min Free (tower and catacombs extra)4.7(180,000)
Belvedere PalaceCulture

Belvedere Palace

A pair of glorious Baroque palaces and gardens housing Austria's greatest art, including Gustav Klimt's shimmering masterpiece The Kiss.

1.5-2 hours From EUR 174.7(150,000)
Hofburg PalaceHistorical

Hofburg Palace

The sprawling former imperial winter palace, now home to the Sisi Museum, Imperial Apartments, treasury and the famous Spanish Riding School.

1.5-2 hours From EUR 184.6(120,000)
Vienna State OperaEntertainment

Vienna State Opera

One of the world's leading opera houses, a Ringstrasse landmark where you can take a tour or see a performance from a few euros in the standing area.

2-3 hours Tours from EUR 13, standing from EUR 154.7(90,000)
NaschmarktFood

Naschmarkt

Vienna's largest and liveliest market, a long row of stalls and eateries selling produce, spices, cheese and street food from around the world.

1-2 hours Free entry4.4(70,000)
Prater & Giant Ferris WheelEntertainment

Prater & Giant Ferris Wheel

A vast public park and old-fashioned amusement area, home to the historic Riesenrad giant Ferris wheel, an icon of Vienna since 1897.

1-2 hours Park free, wheel from EUR 144.5(80,000)

Where to Eat in Vienna

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Plachutta

Plachutta

Austrian / Tafelspitz $$$4.6(14,000)

The definitive place for tafelspitz, Vienna's classic boiled beef served in its copper pot with all the traditional accompaniments.

Figlmuller

Figlmuller

Austrian / Schnitzel $$4.5(28,000)

A Vienna institution since 1905, famous for its enormous, plate-sized Wiener schnitzel pounded paper-thin. Reservations recommended.

Demel

Demel

Cafe / Patisserie $$4.5(20,000)

A former imperial confectioner since 1786, a temple of pastry famous for its Sachertorte, strudel and exquisite cakes.

Bitzinger Wurstelstand

Bitzinger Wurstelstand

Austrian / Sausage Stand $4.5(18,000)

A beloved gourmet sausage stand by the opera, the classic late-night and after-theatre stop for a kasekrainer with mustard and a beer.

Cafe Central

Cafe Central

Coffeehouse / Austrian $$4.4(32,000)

A breathtaking historic coffeehouse under soaring arches, once frequented by Freud and Trotsky, for melange coffee, cakes and atmosphere.

Where to Stay in Vienna

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Hotel Sacher Wien

Hotel Sacher Wien

Luxury $$$$4.8(5,000)

A legendary five-star behind the opera, home of the original Sachertorte, with opulent rooms, a spa and timeless Viennese grandeur.

Hotel Imperial

Hotel Imperial

Luxury $$$$4.7(3,500)

A palatial Ringstrasse hotel built as a royal residence in 1863, the epitome of imperial luxury with marble halls and butler service.

25hours Hotel beim MuseumsQuartier

25hours Hotel beim MuseumsQuartier

Boutique $$$4.5(4,000)

A playful, design-led boutique hotel by the MuseumsQuartier, with a circus theme, a buzzy rooftop bar and a great central location.

Hotel Beethoven Wien

Hotel Beethoven Wien

Mid-Range $$4.5(3,000)

A warm, art-themed mid-range hotel near the Naschmarkt and opera, known for its generous breakfast and friendly service.

Wombat's City Hostel Vienna

Wombat's City Hostel Vienna

Hostel $4.4(5,000)

A bright, modern hostel near the Naschmarkt with a lively bar, good kitchens and private and dorm rooms a short U-Bahn ride from the centre.

Vienna Itineraries

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3-day trip

Classic 3 Days in Vienna

easy EUR 350 - 600

An imperial loop through the Hofburg and old centre, the gardens of Schonbrunn, and the city's great art, coffeehouses and music.

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Vienna Budget Guide

CategoryBudgetMid-RangeLuxury
Flights$450 - $1,000$450 - $1,000$450 - $1,000
Accommodation$35/night$120/night$400/night
Food$20/day$45/day-
Activities$30/day$30/day$30/day
Local Transport$8/day$8/day$8/day
Daily Average$75$175$460

Local currency: Euro (EUR)

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