Attractions and Culture
Vienna old and new: Stephansplatz is not only the heart of the old town but also the best example for the harmonious coexistence of old and modern architecture in Vienna. St. Stephen's Cathedral, Austria's most eminent Gothic edifice, houses a wealth of art treasures. The modern Haas Haus right opposite the Cathedral accommodates shops, a top hotel and restaurant as well as a stylish bar.
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Schoenbrunn Palace is one of the most popular cultural heritage sites in Austria and has been the most visited attraction in Vienna since the 1960s.
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The Vienna amusement park "Prater" and a Ferris wheel ride are must-sees in Vienna. It is a perfect spot for families with children and a wonderful recreation area close to downtown Vienna.
www.zoovienna.at
Vienna Zoo is the oldest zoo in Europe, but is also state-of-the-art when it comes to its thousands of animals' natural habitat. This zoo is popular with kids and adults alike.
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Vienna Walks & Talks - discover Vienna by bus, by foot or by bike.
www.stephansdom.at
You can’t miss it: Vienna's Saint Stephen's Cathedral, located in the heart of downtown Vienna.
www.hofburg-wien.at
The Imperial Palace, the Habsburgs' former winter residence, houses the Sisi Museum, the Imperial Apartments and the Silver Collection.
www.mozarthausvienna.at
Mozarthaus Vienna is Mozart’s sole Viennese apartment that has been preserved to this day.
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MuseumsQuartier Wien is home to numerous museums and is one of the most popular urban places to be in Vienna.
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The Hundertwasserhaus is yet another one of the must-sees in Vienna. The KunstHausWien museum is located right around the corner.
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Visit the Technical Museum Vienna for extraordinary insight into the world of technology.
www.albertina.at
Albertina museum, located right behind the State Opera, is one of the most famous museums in Vienna, attracting visitors with top-notch permanent exhibitions and temporary exhibits.
www.staatsoper.at
There is no visiting Vienna without having seen it: the famous State Opera at the far rend of the equally famous shopping street Kärntner Straße.
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The Burgtheater and the Akademietheater rank among the most prestigious theaters in German-speaking countries.
www.drachengasse.at
The small, but wonderful Theater Drachengasse, located in close proximity to Schwedenplatz square, focuses on contemporary theater with modern staging.
www.klettenheimers.com
Visit Klettenheimers KleinKunstCafé to experience art up close and personal: this theater offers a combination of traditional theater, comedy and singing, brought to you with a true loving touch.
www.wienereistraum.com
A true winter fairy tale: an ice skating ring with the fabulous Town Hall as a backdrop. Open from mid-January to mid-March.
www.christkindlmarkt.at
Magical: the Christmas market at Town Hall square (Rathausplatz). Open from mid-November to 24 December.
www.badeschiff.at
In the summer, the Vienna "Badeschiff" (pool ship) is a great choice. It is anchored directly at Schwedenplatz square and offers a pool, chaise longues, beverages and snacks.
www.strandbarherrmann.at
This "beach bar" is a nice and cozy place, offering real sand, cocktails and food. It is located next to Urania, in close proximity to Schwedenplatz square.
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