As well as preserving the memory of the 50, Austrian Jews killed in the Holocaust, the museum showcases the extraordinary contributions made to every aspect of Viennese life by Jewish citizens throughout the ages. A must-visit. Back in the days of the Austro-Hungarian empire, the ornate Hofburg Palace was its beating heart. A walk through the Hofburg offers a potted history of Austria itself. Head to the Spanish Riding School to watch the Lipizzaner horses perform their nifty dressage work.
Today the site is a thoughtfully curated museum where you can watch rare archive footage of Freud, pore over many of his belongings and read about some of his most intriguing patients. Thousands flock here each year to see this revolutionary work. Make sure you also admire some of the other art on show and take a stroll through the gardens of the Baroque palace complex. Home to towering trees and plants from around the world, the Palmenhaus doubles as a restaurant and bar, serving modern Austrian specialities like Schnitzel as well as lighter Mediterranean bites and cocktails.
After a spin on the Riesenrad, take a stroll through the rather antiquated, not to mention in places rather macabre, historic funfair. Work began on the grand boulevard with a decree by Franz Joseph I in and today it still serves as the main orientational aid for any Vienna visitor.
Well, you do now. Plus, the views are jaw-dropping: on a clear day, you can see the Danube glittering in the distance. Which Sachertorte is best? Let the cake wars commence. Austrians may love their meaty grub, but plant-based eating is definitely taking off here. Veganista is deservedly popular: there are 18 entirely meat-free flavours on the menu every day, from chocolate and strawberry to basil, cookies and matcha.
The glittering State Opera, the museums, the grand coffee houses, the confectioners: everything here seems recognisable. About us. Contact us. Discover the best of the city, first. Facebook YouTube Pinterest Instagram 6. Show search results on map. It's peak season at Vienna's museums. The city's temples to art present numerous new exhibitions that will captivate and enthrall you.
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We meet them in On this page you will find all the information you currently need to travel to and stay in Vienna, updated on a daily basis. Follow us on :. Facebook YouTube Pinterest Instagram. Zimmerart Single room Double room. Powered by HRS logo. Recommendations only. Stephen's Cathedral St. Hofburg and Heldenplatz For more than seven centuries, the Habsburg empire was ruled from the Hofburg Imperial Palace.
Charles Borromeo, a saint invoked during times of plague, St. Charles Church Karlskirche was built in and remains Vienna's most important Baroque religious building. This vast building is crowned by a magnificent meter dome and is famous for its twin meter Triumphal Pillars, based on Trajan's Column in Rome, with their spiraling bands depicting scenes from the life of St. Interior highlights include the fabulous frescoes of St. Be sure to check the church's official website for details of its regular concert program.
Also worth visiting is the Gardekirche , built in in the city's southern outer district as the church of the Imperial Hospital and later serving Polish congregations. Of particular interest is the painting above the High Altar. The Albertina. All the great names in modern art are represented, often by multiple works, in the magnificent Albertina museum. Representative examples from all the various schools and movements are to be found here, including French impressionists, Vienna secessionists, the Russian avant-garde, the expressionists, and fauvists, represented by their greatest artists.
All told, this must-visit Vienna attraction is home to over a million works of art plus in excess of 65, drawings. Many of these masterpieces hang in a splendid 17th-century palace where the Habsburg archdukes lived for a century, and their sumptuous State Rooms have been restored to their original glory. In addition to these permanent displays, temporary exhibits are also available for viewing. English language guided tours are available, along with informative audioguides.
If traveling with kids, be sure to look into one of the private children's tours, which can also include a fun workshop. Museum of Natural History Naturhistorisches Museum. Best known for its huge Dinosaur Hall and for the world's largest exhibit of meteorites which includes the Tissint meteorite from Mars that fell in Morocco in , Vienna's Natural History Museum Naturhistorisches Museum Wien is a fascinating place to visit.
Its 39 exhibit halls trace such subjects as the origins and development of humans and the evolution of human culture from prehistoric times. One of its rarest treasures is the so-called Venus of Willendorf, a pottery figurine dating from between about 28, and 25, BCE.
The museum's newest feature is its Digital Planetarium with full dome projection. The building opened in and is itself a work of art, especially the magnificent ceiling painting above the main staircase.
A variety of fun workshops and guided tour options are available, and audioguides are provided upon request. Famous as Vienna's "nature and human-friendly" apartment block, the decidedly odd yet fascinating Hundertwasserhaus is well worth a visit. Afterwards, pop over to the similarly styled shopping arcade.
This stunning edifice is home to the Habsburg family vault containing the remains of members of the family almost all Austrian Emperors since are buried here.
The nine vaults are arranged in chronological order, making it easy to trace the evolution of taste, at least in burials. A highlight includes the Founder's Vault , the final resting place of Emperor Matthias who died in , and Empress Anna, who died in Also of interest is the Maria Theresa Vault , a domed chamber dominated by a double sarcophagus in the Rococo style and built for the Empress, who died in The sarcophagus takes the form of a bed of state, at the head of which is the Imperial couple with an angel and a crown of stars, while along the sides are numerous reliefs depicting scenes from Maria Theresa's life.
The Museum Quarter. Since opening in , Vienna's Museum Quartier Museumsquartier, or "MQ" has been home to a variety of first-rate museums that are well worth exploring. A mix of old and new architecture centered around an area that once served as the former royal stables, it's easy to spend the best part of a day or two here. The event's main offices are located here, so it's a hub of activity once tickets become available, and many of the surrounding buildings are used as venues for a variety of cultural events and concerts.
Also located here is the Tanzquartier , the country's leading dance center, along with artists' studios and galleries. Peter's Catholic Church Peterskirche. Modeled on St. Peter — is built on a site originally occupied by a Roman church and later by one founded by Charlemagne in AD. The present edifice was built in the 18th century and boasts a massive dome with a superb fresco and many artistic treasures.
Barbara is found, and the choir with its High Altar and painting of the Immaculate Conception. The church is also noted for its frequent organ recitals.
Also of note is the nearby Plague Pillar , a meter-tall Baroque pillar built to commemorate the end of the devastating plague of that cost at least 75, Viennese their lives. The nearby Abbey of the Scots Schottenstift , built in the 12th century and extensively renovated and enlarged since, is also worth popping into.
Its school included Johann Strauss and Austria's last emperor, Charles I, among its pupils, while its fine collection of artwork includes pieces from the 16th to 19th centuries. Apparently, his unhappy wife, Sisi, was addicted to their legendary violet sorbet. The other highlight, of course, is drooling over the mouthwatering displays of cakes and pastries, including special creations resembling characters or creatures from history and mythology, each a work of art.
Reservations can be made in advance online, and are recommended. The Danube Tower. Few European capital cities in the 50s and 60s were left without that definitive midth-century landmark, the telecommunications tower, and Vienna is certainly no exception. Standing taller than any other building in the city — and in fact the tallest structure in Austria — the meter-tall Danube Tower, the Donauturm, opened to great fanfare in and continues to attract visitors for its spectacular view over the Danube River.
Highlights of a visit include the speedy elevator ride to the observation deck at meters, from which you can also pick out many of Vienna's most important attractions. The other big draw here actually combines two of a traveler's favorite things to do: enjoying incredible views and partaking in world-class dining experiences. Joggers on Danube Island. If you took the time to enjoy the views from the Danube Tower, you'll have noticed that the city appears to have not just one, but two rivers running through it.
No, you're not seeing double. In fact, what you're seeing is the Danube River the wider of the two and, running parallel to it, a canal known as the Donaukanal, or "new Danube.
Although only meters wide at its widest point, the island is over 21 kilometers in length and is a popular spot to walk and relax for locals. Easily accessible via water taxi or bridge, the island is dotted with interesting dining opportunities both casual and upscale , and is particularly pleasant for those wanting a quiet stroll along the Danube. Sports enthusiasts are also drawn here, partaking in activities as diverse as biking and rollerblading, along with canoeing, kayaking, and swimming at one of the many beaches.
Danube Island is also the scene of the annual Donauinselfest , Europe's biggest open-air festival, and one so popular an estimated three million visitors drop in to enjoy it each September.
The Austrian Parliament Building. Home of Austria's National and Federal Parliament since , the Parliament Building impresses with its vast dimensions. Completed in for use by the Imperial and Provincial delegations, it boasts many Greek influences, from its Corinthian columns to its rich decoration. Of particular note are the exterior carvings depicting the granting of the Constitution by Franz Joseph I to the 17 peoples of Austria, along with numerous marble statues and reliefs.
Another highlight is the splendid Pallas Athene Fountain with its four-meter-high statue adorned with a gilded helmet and lance, along with figures symbolizing the Rivers Danube, Inn, Elbe, and Moldau. English language guided tours are available from the Visitor Center where you can also enjoy displays and multimedia presentations about the history of the building and Parliament itself.
Editor's Note: Please be aware that there may be some restrictions regarding tour access due to ongoing renovations. Looking to do a little window shopping after all that museum and gallery hopping? Although most of the buildings you see today are 18th-century, the Maltese Church still has a few features dating from the 13th-century when the street served as an important trade route take a peek inside for its coats of arms of the Knights of Malta.
Also of note is the exquisite Donner Fountain , built in by Georg Raphael Donner to reflect the 'caring and wise' city government; it was, of course, commissioned by those who ran Vienna at the time.
Burgtheater: Austria's National Theater. The Burgtheater, Vienna's superb National Theater, has long been famous for its productions of German-language plays and performances. After devastation by bombing and fire in , the theater eventually reopened in and has since grown in stature as the country's most important theater.
In addition to its size and the caliber of its performances, the building's exterior is impressive on account of its numerous decorative figures, scenes, and busts.
Equally as impressive is its interior consisting of rich decoration in the French Baroque style, and a staircase with frescoes by Gustav and Ernst Klimt. Behind the scenes, guided tours are available in English and are well worth the cost. Museum of Military History. This remarkable collection is all too often overlooked, but those who do venture here are rewarded by the chance to peruse an immense collection of weaponry and exhibits detailing events in which the Austrian military was involved from the s up to the s.
Along the way, you'll see weaponry, from muskets to machine guns, cannons to tanks, as well as vintage aircraft. Add to this interesting dioramas and models, along with uniforms and medals, and you'll want to stay right through until closing.
And be sure to spend time enjoying the splendid architecture, too. The museum is located in the city's sprawling Arsenal, and in places, the lavish interior-such as in the memorial hall-rivals that of any of the city's palaces. English language guided tours are available and come highly recommended. The Franciscan Church: St. Highlights include the High Altar from and a painting of the Madonna and Child from
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