Choose from 151 Fun Things to Do in Austria
Otto Wagner Pavillon Karlsplatz
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Lake Mondsee
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Kunst Haus Wien
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Kunsthalle Wien
In the Museumquarter, between the Leopold and MUMOK is the Kunsthalle, or Art Hall, a collection of exhibition halls showcasing local and international contemporary art. Its high ceilings, open space and pure functionality have seen the venue rated among the top institutions for exhibitions in Europe. Programs, which run for 3 to 6 months, tend to focus on photography, video, film, installations and new media.
The concept behind the gallery is to foster new and exciting trends and experiments in contemporary art so expect the unexpected..
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The metro takes you straight there: lines U2 or U3, stop Volstheater or Museumsquarter.
Palais Auersperg
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Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts)
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Take metro line U3 to Volktheater station, or tram D to the Kunsthistorisches stop.
Ringstrasse
For visitors to Vienna, following the route of the Ringstrasse is a popular way to take in the sights, starting with the dramatic neo-Gothic Rathaus, or City Hall, set in the landscaped Rathauspark and the neighboring Parliament buildings. The magnificent Burgtheater and Volksgarten park stand opposite, and heading south, the ring road passes Maria Theresa Square and Franz Joseph’s elaborate Kaiserforum, now home to the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts) and the Naturhistorisches Museum (Museum of Natural History). The modern Museum Quarter, the Karlskirche and the world-renowned Vienna State Opera House also make popular stops.
Haydnhaus
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Hard Rock Cafe Vienna
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Hohenwerfen Fortress
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Hellbrunn Castle (Schloss Hellbrun)
- Hellbrunn Castle is a must for families; kids love the trick fountains.
- You will get wet, so be sure your smartphone and any other gear is protected.
- The park and trick fountains are wheelchair accessible, though the castle is not.
Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus)
The Old Town Hall housed the magistrate of Vienna until 1885, but today is home to the Museum of the Austrian Resistance Movement, a museum devoted to the Austrian resistance against the Nazis. One of the city’s most intriguing museums, the fascinating exhibitions include photographs, original documents and personal reports, detailing the work of Austrian resistance fighters and the victims of the Nazi regime.
Historic Center of Vienna
- The streets of Vienna’s First District are narrow and mostly one-way, making car travel difficult. Luckily, the city’s excellent public transport system can take you within a few minutes walk of most attractions.
- Bring a pair of comfortable shoes if you plan to explore the area on foot.
- Credit cards aren’t as common here as in Northern Europe, especially in restaurants, so you may want to carry cash.
Remise Transport Museum
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Heldenplatz
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Heiligenkreuz Abbey
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Kursalon Vienna
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Hofburg
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Rathaus
For sheer grandness, the Neo-Gothic Rathaus, or Vienna City Hall, steals the Ringstrasse show. Completed in 1883 by Friedrich von Schmidt, it was modeled on Flemish city halls. Its main spire soars to 335 ft (102m) if you include the pennant held by the knight at the top. You're free to wander through the seven inner courtyards but must join a guided tour to see the interior, with its red carpets, gigantic mirrors, and frescoes.
Between the Rathaus and the Ringstrasse is the Rathauspark, with fountains, benches and several statues. It is split in two by Rathausplatz, which is lined with statues of notable people from Vienna's past. Rathausplatz is the sight of some of the city's most frequented events, including the Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market), Musikfilm Festival and the Wiener Eistraum.
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Metro line U2 stops at Rathaus. Also trams 1, 2 and D.