What to see in Vienna

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Jüdisches Museum (Jewish Museum)

The Jüdisches Museum in Vienna, located in Palais Eskeles, traces the history of Jews in the city from the 13th century to present day. Its permanent exhibition covers the period from 1945 to now, while spaces devoted to changing exhibitions...
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Third Man Private Collection

Those who adore the classic 1948 movie about Vienna, named the best British film of the 20th century by the British Film Institute, will surely be thrilled by the posters, paraphernalia and 3000-plus other objects on display at this museum....
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Court Silver and Tableware Museum (Hofsilber-und Tafelkanner)

A display of the Imperial Family's silver collection

The Court Silver and Tableware Museum (Hofsilber-und Tafelkanner) houses the Imperial Silver Collection. Visitors can see special pieces including centerpieces, serving items, and...
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Weltliche und geistliche Schatzkammer

The most important artifacts of the Holy Roman Empire

Undoubtedly the most important of Hofburg's museums, the Secular and Sacred Treasury contains wonders of the Holy Roman Empire, gold and precious stones aplenty, and a number of...
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Heersgeschichtliches Museum (war museum)

Located in the Arsenal, a grand neo-Byzantine barracks and munitions depot, the Heeresgeschichtliches Museum is an incredible attraction. Spanning two floors, the museum takes visitors on a journey through history, beginning with the Thirty...
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Arnold Schönberg Center

The works of a master of music composition

The Arnold Schönberg Center, established in 1998 in Vienna showcases the archival legacy of Arnold Schönberg, musician, writer, painter, and inventor. It is a cultural center, open to the public,...
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Ephesos (Ephesus) Museum

The latest addition to the Imperial Palace

Ephesos (Ephesus) Museum holds a collection of arms and armor, ancient musical instruments, artifacts and architectural fragments of Corinthian columns, tombs, and the library of Celsius. The most...
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Ernst Fuchs Museum

An old villa saved from demolition in 1963

Ernst Fuchs Museum is housed in the former Hüttelbergstraße which was built in 1889 by Otto Wagner. This valuable architectural monument was rescued by Ernst Fuchs, painter, visionary, architect,...
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Inner Ring

The inner-city ring road and historic walking area

Inner Ring, or Ringstrasse, is the name of Vienna’s central downtown. There are highways on three sides of this Old Vienna neighborhood and the Danube Canal on the fourth. Train tours...
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Kirche am Steinhof

Kirche am Steinhof, located in the grounds of the Psychiatric Hospital of the City of Vienna, is renowned as Otto Wagner's greatest masterpiece. His Art Nouveau style sparked fierce debate upon completion in 1907, as it was purposely planned to...
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Hoher Markt Clock

A musical clock in the oldest square of Vienna

Hoher Markt Clock was built in 1911 by Franz von Matsch. Twelve historical figures traverse a bridge counting the minutes. Joseph Haydn and Walther von der Vogelweide, Empress Maria Theresa...
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Pasqualati House

One of Beethoven’s many Vienna residences

Pasqualati House is the building Ludwig van Beethoven resided in (off and on) from 1804 to 1814. He spent 35 years in Vienna, or very near by, and lived in 60 different locations. The Pasqualati...
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St. Augustine's Church (Augustinerkirche)

The Augustinerkirche, a 14th-century Gothic church, is particularly renowned for the Herzgruft, an underground crypt containing the silver urns containing the hearts of 54 Habsburg rulers. The crypt is open to the public on Sundays after the 11am...
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Postsparkasse

Otto Wagner, a renowned Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) architect, constructed the Post Office Savings Bank building between 1904 and 1906 and again from 1910 to 1912. Boasting marble walls and metal studs, the building is a sight to behold. Visitors...
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Kaiserappartements

The Kaiserappartements, the official former home of Franz Josef I and Empress Elisabeth, are stunningly lit with chandeliers and brimming with opulence. The Sisi Museum, dedicated to Austria's beloved empress, features her clothing and jewellery....
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Cemetery of St. Marx (Friedhof St. Marx)

Cemetery rules: no embalming, no coffins, unmarked graves

St. Marx Cemetery (Friedhof St. Marx) is the cemetery where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is buried. Tourists flock to see the famous composer and musician’s gravesite. This cemetery is...
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Danube Bike Path (Donauradweg)

A bike trail running along the Danube River

Danube Bike Path (Donauradweg) runs from the source of the Danube in Donauschingen to its end at the Black Sea, a total of 2875km long. It passes through 9 European countries, mostly along one...
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Kapuziner Crypt (Kapuzinergruft)

Located beneath the Kapuzinerkirche, the Kapuzinergruft is the final resting place of most members of the Habsburg royal family, including Empress Elisabeth. Initiated by Empress Anna in 1633, her body and that of her husband, Emperor Matthias,...
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United Nations Complex

Vienna International Centre, more commonly known as UNO-City, is the home of several international organisations, but mainly serves as the third-largest UN office in the world. With its multilingual guided tours, visitors can explore the...
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Alsergrund

Vienna's 9th district

Alsergrund is located north of the 1st central district, Vienna. This district was formed in 1850 from seven neighboring suburbs. There are many sightseeing opportunities in the 9th district including the former...
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Christmas Market (Christkindlmarkt)

On the square in front of the City Hall

The Christmas Market (Christkindlmarkt) starts at the end of November and runs through Christmas day. It is a classic Christmas market with 60 exhibitors showing and selling their handicrafts and...
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Vienna FKK beach

Vienna's nudist beach

For those of you interested in nude bathing and relaxing, Vienna FKK beach is the right choice. Located just south east from the city, this is a special area on the Danube banks.

The nudist Danube beach is easy...