Discover Vienna's imperial grandeur and vibrant cultural scene with this essential two-day itinerary. From the opulent Schönbrunn Palace and Hofburg to the artistic treasures of the Belvedere and the lively Prater amusement park, explore Vienna's iconic landmarks and hidden gems.
Vienna International Airport
Vienna International Airport is the primary airport serving Vienna, offering swift transportation to the city center via the CAT (City Airport Train) or S-Bahn trains.
Palace of Justice
The Palace of Justice is a majestic 19th-century building that houses the Austrian Supreme Court and features a grand atrium with a statue of Lady Justice.
Austrian National Library
The Austrian National Library, located within the Austrian State Hall, boasts Baroque elegance, marble statues, and over 200,000 books, along with stunning Venetian globes.
Michaelerplatz
Michaelerplatz, marked by a striking turquoise dome, is positioned at the gateway to the Hofburg Palace Complex and is home to the entrance of the Sisi Museum and the Spanish Riding School.
Hofburg Palace
The Hofburg Palace is a former imperial residence that now houses the office of the Austrian president, offering tours of the Silver Collection, the Sisi Museum, and the Imperial Apartments.
Spanish Riding School
The Spanish Riding School is located within the Hofburg Palace complex and offers tours and performances that require advance booking.
Burggarten
The Burggarten is a lush oasis adjacent to Hofburg Palace, featuring statues commemorating Austrian luminaries like Mozart and Franz Josef and offering benches for relaxation.
Schmetterlinghaus
The Schmetterlinghaus, housed in an Art Nouveau palm house in the Burggarten, is a tropical haven with hundreds of fluttering butterflies.
Café Central
Café Central is a historic Viennese café known for its rich history, breathtaking interior, classic Viennese cuisine, specialty coffees, and decadent sweets.
Votive Church
The Votive Church (Votivkirche) is Vienna's second-tallest church, a magnificent white, Neo-Gothic structure built as a monument of thanks following a foiled assassination attempt against Emperor Franz Joseph.
Votivpark
Votivpark is the location where the awe-inspiring Votive Church (Votivkirche) is located.
Café Francais
Café Francais is a charming French restaurant situated beside Sigmund-Freud-Park, providing views of the Votivkirche.
Rathaus
The Vienna City Hall, or Rathaus, is an architectural marvel with 1,575 rooms and five towers, offering free guided tours and hosting events like the Christmas Market and summer Film Festival in Rathausplatz.
Rathausplatz
Rathausplatz is where the Vienna City Hall (Rathaus) is located. It's always buzzing with events, from the Christmas Market to the summer Film Festival.
Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History (Naturhistorisches Museum Wien) in the MuseumsQuartier features dinosaur skeletons and the world's largest meteorite exhibit.
MuseumsQuartier
The MuseumsQuartier is a cultural district where you can visit celebrated museums for a rich cultural experience.
Kunsthistorisches Museum
The Kunsthistorisches Museum is a sanctuary of art housing an extensive collection of historic paintings, European antiquities, and thousands of coins.
Le Burger
Le Burger on Rotenturmstrasse offers meat and veggie burgers, along with a generous selection of side dishes.
Innere Stadt
Innere Stadt (1st district) offers historic charm with easy access to major sites.
Boxwood
Boxwood offers an assortment of seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes in a charming ambiance.
Lamee Rooftop
The Lamee Rooftop offers breathtaking views of Votivkirche under the night sky.
Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace, an 18th-century architectural gem and former summer retreat for the Habsburg royals, offers tours of the state rooms and private apartments, as well as sprawling gardens with tree tunnels, floral displays, and ornate fountains.
Schönbrunn Palmenhaus
The Schönbrunn Palmenhaus is a historic greenhouse filled with an array of exotic flowers and plants from Mediterranean and tropical regions.
Gloriette
The Gloriette is a spot that's a photographer's dream and one of Vienna's prime Instagram locations, with breathtaking panoramic view of the gardens.
Karlskirche
Karlskirche is a magnificent cathedral with Baroque architecture, featuring a grand dome and towering spires, constructed in gratitude for Vienna being spared during the 1713 plague outbreak.
Belvedere Palace
The Belvedere Palace is a splendid complex showcasing a blend of historical and contemporary architecture, set amidst exquisite gardens, and housing art collections including Gustav Klimt's "The Kiss."
Upper Belvedere
The Upper Belvedere houses a rich permanent art collection including Gustav Klimt's "The Kiss."
Lower Belvedere
The Lower Belvedere features temporary exhibitions and historical rooms.
Vienna State Opera
The Vienna State Opera is known for its distinguished architecture and offers guided tours; from September to June, visitors can attend a concert.
Albertina Museum
The Albertina Museum offers the best view of the Vienna State Opera house.
St. Stephen’s Cathedral
St. Stephen's Cathedral is Vienna's most iconic church and the tallest in Austria, showcasing a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles and a vibrantly colored tiled roof.
North Tower
The North Tower in St. Stephen's Cathedral is accessed by elevator and offers panoramic vistas of the city and a close view of the tower's intricate multicolored mosaic tiling.
Anker Clock
The Anker Clock, an ancient and intricately decorated clock, showcases 12 different historical figures that slowly rotate in front of the clock face as time progresses, with a special spectacle at noon.
Vergnügungspark Prater
Prater amusement park offers a mix of gentle and thrilling rides and is known for the iconic Ferris wheel.
Ferris wheel
The iconic Ferris wheel, a symbol of tradition since 1897, is the main attraction of the Prater amusement park.
Praterstern
Praterstern is where you should get off the metro line U1 from Schwedenplatz to visit Vergnügungspark Prater.
Schwedenplatz
Schwedenplatz is where you should get on the metro line U1 from to visit Vergnügungspark Prater.
Inn Reinthaler
Inn Reinthaler awaits, offering a cozy atmosphere and classic Viennese and Austrian dishes and is within a 5-minute walk from the Prater park.