Things to do in Vienna, Austria: 32 Incredible Attractions

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Are you wondering what to do in Vienna? Known for its imperial palaces and stunning architecture, Vienna is a wonderful European city. Located on the East of the Danube River, there are so many wonderful things to do in Vienna.

It’s the perfect city break and can also be easily visited as part of a multi-city trip around Europe. Known for being rather a fancy city (and certainly not the cheapest place to visit in Europe!), Vienna is full of classic history, music, museums and rather an upscale charm.

In fact, it wouldn’t look entirely out of place in a fancy, period drama!  

However, once you look past the royal exterior, Vienna hides a vibrant social life, and stylish dining scene. Plus, having topped every quality of life survey in recent years, it has some extremely cheerful locals!

32 Best Things to Do in Vienna

So, if you’ve been thinking of visiting the Austrian capital, what are you waiting for? Here are the 23 best things to do in Vienna. I’ve also included the prices of each attraction, so you know exactly what your trip to Vienna will cost.

1. Admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral

Cost: Free to enter, but €6 to enter the catacombs, €6 to climb the North Tower, and €5.5 to climb the South Tower, per adult.

Easily one of the most beautiful buildings in Vienna, St Stephen’s Cathedral sits in the heart of Stephensplatz. It’s actually the most important church in the whole of Austria, and this is no surprise considering its size and beauty.

Inside the cathedral, you’ll find a few smaller chapels, 18 alters, tombs and catacombs, which should hopefully give you an indicator of its impressive size! The bell in the tower is also the second-biggest free-swinging chimed church in all of Europe! 

St Stephen’s Cathedral is decorated with a beautiful tiled roof mosaic – a stunning example of Gothic and Romanesque architecture. The building has been standing for over 700 years and Mozart actually held his wedding there in 1782!

As such an incredible building, you won’t want to miss St Stephen’s Cathedral on your Vienna itinerary and it’s definitely one of the best things to do in the city.

✅ Book tickets for St Stephen’s Cathedral

2. Visit Rathaus, Vienna’s Impressive Town Hall

Cost: Free

As Vienna is so full of impressive buildings, it’s not entirely shocking that their city hall is a lot more beautiful than your average structure. The city’s town hall is located on Rathausplatz and is another stunning example of the late Gothic style.

Built in the 1800s, Rauthus is a similar style to the town hall in Brussels. The bottom of the building is covered in magnificent archways. The top has 5 towers, the middle being the tallest and topped with a signature Rauthausman figurine.  

If you’re interested in knowing more about the history of Rauthus, there are guided tours available on certain days. This is extremely worthwhile for anyone curious about the architectural style, as well as the building’s impressive past. 

3. Hofburg Palace

Cost: €17.50 per adult

A little bit like going to France and not seeing the Eiffel Tower, you can’t visit Austria and not see the Hofburg Palace. Another of Vienna’s most incredible structures, the imperial palace used to be the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Even today it is still in use and serves as the headquarters of the country’s presidency. But you can still look around, as it’s been expanded a lot to include many fascinating museums. 

As well as the Palace’s beautiful interior, the exterior is just as stunning as traditional 13th-century Baroque architecture. Located right across from Heroes’ Square (Heldenplatz), the palace will cost you €17.5 to enter.

For that price, you’ll get, a guided tour, entrance to the Museum, the Imperial Apartments and the stately Silver Collection. It’s a pretty impressive sight and one of the top things to do in Vienna.

✅ Book tickets for the Hofburg Palace

4. Visit the Schönbrunn Palace

Cost: €29 per adult

One of the most famous palaces in Vienna, a trip to the Schönbrunn Palace, should be high on your Vienna itinerary. Located on the outskirts of the city, the Schönbrunn Palace is a wonderful sight and well worth the journey.

You can easily reach it either via train or on the Vienna Sightseeing Bus if you have a ticket.  

Previously the residence of both the Habsburgs and Sissi the Empress, the imperial palace has been standing since the 1600s and holds major cultural importance in Austria.

Another example of Baroque architecture, the palace is ginormous! It actually has 1441 rooms inside as well as the magnificent gardens. 

There is so much more than just a palace here and you can easily spend an entire day wandering the Schönbrunn Palace complex. Enjoy a tour through the main palace and see how the royalty used to live. Also, don’t forget to explore the impressive museum too! 

Top Tip: Try to get here early. This place can get incredibly busy; we made the mistake of getting there at midday and spending a long time queuing.

✅ Book tickets for the Schönbrunn Palace

5. Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum

Cost: Fron €15 per adult

The Kunsthistorisches Museum is a magnificent institution that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Vienna.

Housed within a beautiful, neo-Renaissance palace, the museum is as much a masterpiece outside as it is inside. It’s mostly known for its exceptional collection of art and historical artefacts. 

Founded in 1891, it boasts an extensive array of artworks from various renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Titian. The museum’s stunning architecture, with its grand marble columns and intricate details, is pretty breathtaking.

Inside, you’ll find a striking interior, adorned with grand marble columns, intricate stucco work, and a magnificent central dome, that enhances the overall experience.

The Kunsthistorisches Museum is one of the best things to do in Vienna, especially for art enthusiasts and history buffs.

✅ Book tickets for the Kunsthistorisches Museum

6. See Vienna State Opera House

Cost: Tickets to shows cost between €5 and €150

Even if you’re not personally into Opera, you won’t want to miss this impressive building! The city is well known, not just for its historic buildings, but for its music culture and events. The opera is a delightful and unique combination of sound and performance. 

As well as the obvious class of the Opera House, the architecture of the building is just as impressive. Inside, you’ll find deep red velvet chairs decked out with ornamental gold trimmings. The exterior is encircled with arched windows in a Neo-Renaissance style and finished with a classic European bright green roof.  

If you do fancy watching a performance, then I seriously recommend you book your tickets in advance. Because of the popularity of the Opera, tickets can sell out well before the date, so check what’s on before you travel.

If Opera isn’t your thing, then I still recommend looking inside. You can book a 40-minute guided tour of the Opera House where you will learn a lot about the history of the performances as well as the importance of the art culture in Austria. 

✅ Book a concert in the Vienna Opera House

7. Visit the Sisi Museum

Cost: € 17.50 per adult

A dedication to the life of the renowned Empress Elisabeth of Austria, affectionately known as ‘Sisi’, this museum offers a unique glimpse into the enigmatic world of one of the most iconic figures in European history.

The museum is almost like a walk round of her life. You can explore the elegant rooms and personal possessions of the empress, and gain insight into her complex character, love for poetry, and enduring fascination with travel and the arts.

The Sisi Museum also contains personal artefacts, including her gowns, letters, and even the very instrument she used for her daily exercise routines.

✅ Book tickets to the Sisi Museum

8. Ride Vienna’s Giant Ferris Wheel

Cost: €13 per adult

One of my favourites and definitely the best things to do in Vienna is to take a trip to Prater Amusement Park to ride the Giant Ferris Wheel. The wheel is to Austria what the London Eye is to London. Originally built in 1897, it’s also a wonderful flashback to the past. 

Spending a day at the amusement park is so much fun. The park itself is free the enter and you have to pay for each ride and activity separately.

However, if you have purchased the Vienna Card (which I highly recommend), then you’ll get the Ferris Wheel for free. As well as being one of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks, you won’t be able to resist the charm of the old wheel. The views over the city from the top are well worth the ride.

✅ I recommend purchasing the Vienna Card

9. Climb the South Tower

Cost: €3.50 per adult

Located within St Stephen’s Cathedral, this historical tower is a must-see if you enjoy panoramic city views. This Gothic masterpiece, part of the St. Stephen’s Cathedral complex, is an architectural gem that dates back to the 15th century.

Rising 68 meters high, it provides a striking view of Vienna’s skyline and offers visitors the opportunity to climb its 343 steps to take in panoramic vistas of the city. As well as the South Tower, you can also climb the neighbouring North Tower for equally magnificent views.

10. See ‘The Kiss’ at Belvedere Palace

Cost: €16.70 per adult

Austria’s most famous work of art, The Kiss is a masterpiece by Viennese painter Gustav Klimt. Displayed inside the Upper Belvedere’s galleries, which are also home to many other fabulous artworks, the painting is a must-see in Vienna and well worth a spot on your itinerary. 

‘The Kiss’ depicts a couple embracing in a meadow of flowers, and the background is a beautiful gold infused with patterns of an almost mosaic effect. A beautiful piece of art, you can also learn even more about the history of Klimt’s work with a private tour, to explore the painting in more depth.

✅ Book tickets to the Belvedere Palace

11. Explore Vienna’s Coffee Houses

Cost: Depends on how much coffee you want 😀

If you don’t try Viennese coffee whilst in Vienna, then you are seriously missing out. A visit to a traditional coffee house is easily one of the best things to do in Vienna.

Finding a coffee house in the city won’t be difficult and, if your accommodation doesn’t have breakfast, consider making this priority number one on your first day.  

Vienna’s coffee houses have created more coffee varieties than anywhere else on the planet! Order a ‘Schwarzer’ for a black coffee, a ‘Brauner’ for a black coffee with milk or a ‘Melange’ for coffee with cream.

Coffee shops are also the perfect place to sit back and enjoy the atmosphere and people-watch. Also, with all the great foods in Vienna to try, don’t pass up on a slice of cake, sausages or strudel to go with your coffee. 

12. Visit the Austrian National Library

Cost: €10 per adult

If you’re a literary addict, the Austrian National Library will be one of the best things to see in Vienna. Established in the 18th century, this magnificent institution is housed within the Hofburg Palace. It’s one of the most significant libraries in Europe. 

Boasting an extensive collection of over 12 million items, it includes rare manuscripts, historical books, maps, and an impressive array of musical scores.

The library’s grandiose architecture and ornate interiors provide a breathtaking setting for visitors, who can explore its various exhibition rooms, including the Prunksaal, a stunning Baroque State Hall.

13. Explore the Schönbrunn Zoo

Cost: €26 per adult

The oldest zoo in Europe the Schönbrunn Zoo is one of the best things to do in Austria. Created in 1752, Tiergarten Schonbrunn, or Vienna Zoo, can be found on the grounds of the Schonbrunn Palace.

It was originally a royal menagerie to house the Emperor’s collection of exotic animals but had since then branched into an impressive and caring zoo.  

You won’t need to be an animal expert to realise that the animals that live here are under exceptional care. You’ll find pandas, giraffes, sloths elephants and many other animals around the zoo and also plenty of splashes of history in the original building located on the grounds.

That combined with the more modern statues, makes Vienna Zoo a very serene and peaceful place to explore. 

✅ Book tickets for the Schönbrunn Zoo

14. Visit the Leopold Museum

Located in the city centre, the Leopold Museum is one of the best places to visit in Vienna if you love art.

Named after Rudolf and Elisabeth Leopold, whose extensive collection forms the museum’s core, it is a fantastic collection of Austrian art from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. 

The museum’s stunning architecture complements the artistic treasures perfectly, and you can easily spend your time admiring the building as well as the artwork.

The Leopold Museum is particularly known for its collection of works by the Austrian artist Egon Schiele. But it also houses masterpieces by Gustav Klimt and other prominent figures of the Viennese Secession.

15. Eat Vienna’s Famous Desserts 

Cost: Depends on how much cake you want!

Whenever I travel somewhere new, I always make a point of trying the local cuisine. In Vienna, that is definitely not hard as the city has some pretty famous and delicious desserts.

Both Sachertort and Strudel should be high on your Vienna food bucket list. Luckily, you’ll be able to locate both pretty easily. 

Sachertort is a chocolate tart, filled with apricot jam with a scrumptious chocolate topping. It is amazing and you really can’t leave Vienna without trying a slice.

The thing that shocked me most about traditional Vienesse dishes, however, was the range of strudels that you can find.

I was used to apple strudel – living in the UK, you can also find it all over the place. It’s nowhere near as flavoursome as in Austria, however. But I wasn’t expecting there to be cheese strudels, vegetable strudels, plum strudel, sour cherry strudel and so many other delicious flavours.

It certainly made choosing just one piece that little bit trickier. So, if you’re going hunting for strudel, just be warned, you may end up with a lot more than one slice! If you really can’t choose, you could even go for a strudel-tasting show at the Schonbrunn Palace.

16. Visit the Albertina Museum

Cost: From €14 per adult

One of the most impressive art museums in Europe, the Albertina Museum is easily one of the best things to do in Vienna.

It’s known for its remarkable collection of art spanning from the Renaissance to the contemporary era, and, like many of the other museums on this list, it’s also housed in a pretty impressive building. 

The museum’s extensive holdings include a vast array of drawings, graphic art, and prints, showcasing the works of celebrated artists like Albrecht Dürer, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.

In addition to its graphic art treasures, the Albertina Museum also hosts impressive rotating exhibitions featuring various art forms, from photography to modern and contemporary art.

✅ Book tickets for the Albertina Museum

17. Vienna’s Natural History Museum

Cost: €16 per adult

If you’re interested in the history of the planet and its creatures, be sure to give Vienna’s Natural History Museum a visit. One of the most important natural museums in the world, the large building stands proud near the MuseumsQuartier. 

The impressive museum contains over 30 million species and natural artefacts. It’s understandably one of the most popular museums in the country, but, if you purchased the Vienna Card, you can actually get in for free! Inside you’ll find 39 themed rooms and an incredible fossil display.

You’ll take a journey back to the Ice Age and see the largest meteorite collection in the world. Easily one of the best things to do in Vienna, if you’re a history buff or not, you won’t want to miss this! 

18. The Spanish Riding School

Cost: Between €14 and €31 depending on what you do.

One of the most impressive institutes for classical dressage in the world, The Spanish Riding School has been a tradition in Austria for hundreds of years.

Originally opened in 1735, the training of Lipizzaner horses has been going on for hundreds of years, since the Habsburg Monarchy. Today, you can actually go and watch demonstrations and sometimes training sessions as well. 

For anyone who loves horses and riding, this is a Vienna must see. Even if you’re not a fan, it would be a shame to miss this age-old tradition from your Vienna itinerary. 

✅ Book tickets to the Spanish Riding School

19. Visit one of Vienna’s Flea Markets

For a city full of beautiful imperial palaces and gorgeous buildings, there are also a surprising amount of flea markets in Vienna.

These markets, scattered throughout the city, offer a delightful blend of antiques, vintage goods, curiosities, and a wide assortment of secondhand treasures. 

The Naschmarkt, Vienna’s largest outdoor market, is particularly renowned for its variety of stalls, including ones selling antiques, artwork, clothing, and local food specialities. At the Brunnenmarkt, a more local and authentic market, you can find a wide range of items, from unique souvenirs to vintage finds. 

These markets are not only places to shop but also to experience Vienna’s local life and soak in its charming atmosphere.

Whether you’re a collector, a bargain hunter, or just an enthusiast of street markets, Vienna’s flea markets offer a fascinating and enjoyable way to explore the city’s vibrant culture.

20. Admire the View from Donauturm Tower 

Cost: €18

One of my favourite things to do in a city is to find the tallest building and go right to the top. Donauturm Tower is a must see in Vienna. Standing at a whopping 252 meters tall, the tower makes it onto the top 75 tallest buildings in the world.

Easily visible against the fairly low Vienna skyline, the tower is a little outside the city centre but well worth the trip for the gorgeous views.  

If you visit at sunset, you’ll be able to watch the sun sinking dramatically behind the cityscape. Also included in the Vienna Card, a trip to the tower is one of the best things to do in Vienna. It will provide you with a completely different and beautiful view of this historic city.

21. Visit an Austrian Winery

Cost: Depends on which winery you visit.

With roughly 700 hectares of vineyards in Austria, it’s safe to say they know a thing or two about fine wine. A wonderful Vienna must see is to take a guided tour around one of its many wineries.  

An incredibly sophisticated thing to add to your Vienna itinerary, sipping on some of the delicious, fruity wines will definitely end your day on a high.

Weingut Cobenzl offers a great tasting tour for just €20. Esterházykeller, a small tavern in the heart of Vienna with a lot of historical flairs, is also known for its great wines. But if you are going on a tour, just be sure to work out the way back to your hotel before you arrive.

22. See the Sigmund Freud Museum

Cost: €14 per adult

This is a museum dedicated to the works of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis. Freud spend 47 years living at Berggasse 19 in Vienna’s 9th district until he exiled himself to the UK in 1938 to escape the Nazis.

Today, his former apartment has been turned into a museum showcasing his finest works. You’ll find original furniture and Freud’s personal collection of antiques, autographs and rare archive footage.

✅ Book tickets for the Sigmund Freud Museum

23. Eat your way through Naschmarkt 

Cost: Once again, it depends! 🙂

I cannot get enough of street food and street markets and Naschmarkt is a fine example of one. If you love freshly cooked food, enticing scents and mingling with the locals, then you’ll love it here too. 

Located on Wienseile Street, The Naschmarkt stretches for 1.5 miles. It also sells more or less every type of food you could possibly think of! Be sure to find a baked goods stall and try a different flavour of strudel! Also taste the Wiener schnitzel, Austria’s signature dish. 

23. Ride the Vienna Ring Road

Cost: €9 for the tram per adult

A wander around Vienna’s Ringstrasse is the easiest way to admire some of the city’s grandest buildings. It was created in the Habsburg Era to connect the city’s busiest suburbs.

Even today, the Ringstrasse still serves as the main road linking the city together. It’s the ideal spot to start your journey around Vienna.

You’ll pass buildings like the Opera House, the Hofburg Palace, the National Library, the Art History, Natural History and World museums, the Burggarten, Vienna’s Parliament, the Volksgarten, the Burgtheater and the Town Hall. 

25. Wander the Schönbrunn Gardens

Cost: Included in Palace ticket

One of the most peaceful things to see in Vienna, the Schönbrunn Palace Gardens are literally beautiful.

Extending a kilometre from the palace, you could easily spend hours wandering the gardens and admiring the beautiful displays. Along the way, you can also find a hedge maze and some pretty fountains. 

26. See the Hundertwasserhaus and Museum

Cost: Free to see the house, the museum is €12 per adult

This magical and unique building has such a funky and unusual design, making it one of the most unmissable things to do in Vienna. It’s an entirely different attraction for the stately royalty of the other imperial buildings in the city. In fact, it’s the opposite and has a much more colourful and carefree vibe. 

You can’t go inside the house unless you are a tenant, however, the museum is open to the public. It will give you a much clearer insight into the designer of both of these buildings: Friedensreich Hundertwasser.

Entrance to the museum is €11 per person but worth a visit if you’re interested in learning the history behind Vienna’s most playful buildings. 

27. Cruise the Danube Canal 

Cost: €28 per adult

There’s something magical about exploring the Danube from the water and it’s definitely one of the best things to do in Vienna. There are plenty of options too.

So, whether you’re looking for a lunch cruise, a romantic champagne cruise or a dinner cruise with live music, Vienna has something for everyone! For even more fun, you can actually rent out paddle boats from the Danube Island. Then have a day of fun wandering the waterways at your own pace. 

The river was used as inspiration for a lot of poetry and art and has such a peaceful charm. It’s the perfect way to spend a day in Vienna and even wandering the river banks on foot is wonderful.

✅ I recommend this boat cruise in Vienna 

28. Swim in Vienna’s Outdoor Pools

Cost: €6 per adult (on average)

One of the more overlooked and fun things to do in Vienna is to go for a dip in one of the outdoor pools. Open mainly from the middle of May until September, they can provide relief from the scorching summer heat.

Krapfenwaldl Pool on the edge of the Vienna woods is a gorgeous pool with a view and Schönbrunner also has a great open-air pool which was creatively restored in 1920. 

You can also head to Danube Island. For something with a little less chlorine, go swimming at a natural, freshwater beach.

It’s one of the few beautiful beaches in Europe that’s actually freshwater. A day trip to the shingle-covered bay is certainly one of the best things to do in Vienna. Once you’ve finished paddling in the waves, head to one of the island’s stunning seafood restaurants to indulge in the freshest catch of the day. 

29. Visit the MuseumsQuartier 

Cost: Free

This is where you’ll find the best museums in Vienna, without a doubt. The MuseumsQuartier is on the border of the Imperial Old City. You’ll find just about every type of Museum imaginable from the impressive Leopold Museum to the MUMOK and Zoom’s Children’s Museum and many more.

It’s more commonly known as MQ and as well as all that, there’s also a selection of trendy bars, cafés and restaurants, a sculpture park and a mini-golf course.

Plus, about 5 5-minute walk from here, you’ll find the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien and the Naturhistorisches Museum Wien, which focus on natural history and art in the city. A historical and cultural area of Vienna, the MuseumsQuartier is one of the best places to visit in Vienna. 

30. Visit Vienna’s Christmas Markets

Cost: Depends on how much gingerbread you eat!

Vienna doesn’t just have fantastic flea markets throughout the year. The Christmas markets in Vienna are also out of this world. Easily rivalling its neighbouring Christmas markets in Germany, Vienna’s markets are on an even larger scale.

They actually have some of the largest Christmas markets in Europe, and the biggest Christkindlmarkt at Rathausplatz welcomes over 3 million people each year! 

These markets are one of the best ways to embrace the festive spirit across Europe. You’ll find a large range of treats to indulge in including hot mulled wine, creamy hot chocolate, gingerbread cookies, wiener schnitzel, and plenty of different types of strudel.

It’s also a great place to buy unique gifts such as handcrafted ornaments, knitwear, and homemade candles.

Whether it’s the beautifully decorated stalls, the sparkling Christmas trees, or the vibrant ice-skating rinks, these markets are easily one of the best things to do in Vienna.

31. Take a Day Trip to Bratislava

Cost: Trains from €18

These two beautiful capital cities in Europe are just 1 hour apart by train. They are the closest two capitals in Europe. Therefore taking a day trip to Slovakia’s capital is well worth adding to your Vienna itinerary. 

Incredibly easy to get to, Bratislava is a beautiful city to explore. if you don’t fancy getting there yourself you can also book a tour and get there by boat. A much more relaxing way to arrive than on a train!

Peaceful, and much cheaper than Vienna, be sure to visit the classic red and white of Bratislava Castle. Then, wander the cobbled old town streets, see the beautiful Michael’s Gate, and explore the gothic architecture of St Martin’s Cathedral.

It’s a gorgeous city and well worth a trip. If you have longer in Europe, it would be well worth stretching your trip into a longer stay and exploring more of Bratislava’s hidden gems. 

✅ Book a train to Bratislava from Vienna

32. Take a day trip to Budapest

Cost: Trains from €54

Slightly further afield but no less worth a visit is the beautiful city of Budapest. The train journey between the two cities takes just over a few hours, making it a convenient day trip or a weekend getaway. Plus, Budapest is a much more affordable city break than Vienna, which is always a bonus!

Budapest, known as the “Paris of the East,” features stunning architecture, historic thermal baths, and the iconic Danube River dividing the city into Buda and Pest. You can even get a river cruise from Vienna to Budapest along the Danube if you’d like. 

Must-sees in Budapest include the Buda Castle, Matthias Church, and the stunning Hungarian Parliament Building.

Don’t forget to relax in one of the city’s famous thermal baths, like the Széchenyi or Gellért Baths and indulge in the delicious Hungarian cuisine, including goulash and chimney cake.

✅ Book a train from Vienna to Budapest

Where to Stay in Vienna

Vienna is a pretty big city, and there are lots of neighbourhoods that provide great accommodation.

But to explore many of the fun things to do in Vienna, you’re going to want to base yourself reasonably close to the centre of the city. Or near to public transport links that can get you into the centre of the city.

But, on the other hand, you don’t want to be paying cray city centre prices. So, here are a few of my top recommendations for where to stay in Vienna:

• £££ – Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere – A luxury 5* hotel offering elegant rooms with beautiful views over the city. You’ll also find a spa and wellness centre, an on-site restaurant, and a convenient location next to the Military History Museum.
• ££ – Austria Trend Hotel Bosei – Stylish hotel with a clean and comfortable design in the rooms and common areas. It is located further outside the city than the others on this list but within easy reach of the city centre by train. Perfect for golf lovers and there’s a course nearby.
• ££ – BASSENA Wien Messe Prater – This hotel features a funky design, colourful common areas, and a bright design in the rooms. Comfortable beds and a great breakfast are standard, and you’ll be within easy access to Prater Amusement Park.
• £ – prizeotel Vienna City – A super comfy, affordable hotel, located close to the main train station for easy access to the centre of Vienna. They offer a great breakfast and stylishly designed rooms.

✅ Discover more of the best places to stay in Vienna

Should I Visit Vienna in 2 days or 3 days?

Personally, I’d allow 3 days to see Vienna. In 2 days, you can get a feel for the city, and visit some of the top attractions, but you won’t be able to dive into the culture and explore a few secret spots in the Austrian capital.

Plus, in a city like this, the longer the better, as the longer you have, the more time you’ll have to spend exploring places like the Schönbrunn Palace, which is a little like the Vatican Museums in Rome and can easily take a whole day on its own to explore.

What is the Best Month to go to Vienna?

I much prefer travelling in the off-season myself, as during peak summer, Europe can get unbearably crowded. Not to mention, you’ll end up with higher prices for flights and accommodation, which nobody is going to want. As such, I recommend visiting Vienna in either April, May, late September, or October.

Final Thought on What to Do in Vienna

Vienna is a wonderful weekend city break in Europe. It’s packed with so many wonderful things to do. From visiting an imperial palace to eating wiener schnitzel at a local market and devouring freshly baked pastries, the city has a lot of choices.

The best of Vienna will be especially favourable to those who love art and culture, however. The vast amount of museums in the city could keep you occupied for days!

Overall, it’s one of the best cities to visit in Europe and I hope you enjoy this list of the best places to visit in Vienna.

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