Activities in Vienna

Culture

The seat of power for the far-reaching Austrian Empire, Vienna retains an impressive array of historic palaces and monuments – none more so than the Baroque splendour of the Schönbrunn Palace and gardens. Take the Grand Tour to marvel at frescoed ceilings and crystal chandeliers in the ceremonial rooms, before taking a tram or horse drawn carriage around the Ringstrasse to explore the main cultural attractions including the Natural History Museum, the impressive Town Hall, Viennese Opera House, Parliament building and the University.

Head towards the city centre and discover the Imperial Hofburg Palace – home of the Federal President, the Austrian crown jewels and the magnificent Spanish Riding School - well worth a day of your time. Climb up 343 steps to the tower room in St. Stephen's Cathedral for the best views of the city from this stunning 12th century Gothic Cathedral.

Vienna is a city exploding with culture and attractions. And getting your hands on a Vienna card will give you use of public transport and entrance discounts for 72 hours to help you experience even more.

Why not try...

• Exploring the Tiergarten, the world’s oldest zoo and home to 750 animals, at the Schönbrunn Palace 
• Riding the 65m high Riesenrad ferris wheel in the Prater park, made famous in the film ‘The Third Man’
• Rubbing shoulders with the locals and tucking in to enjoy the Kaffeehauser cultur

City Tour & Schönbrunn Palace £33
The best way to see all of Vienna's major sights (3hrs/twice daily)

Vienna Woods £37
Visit the Roman town of Baden, a subterranean lake and an imperial hunting lodge in Vienna Woods

Coffee & Sacher Torte at Cafe Sacher £11
Sample this famous cake in Vienna's famous café in the heart of the city

3-course Candlelit Dinner at Griechenbeisl from £36
Soak up the atmosphere in Vienna's oldest restaurant

Johann Strauss Concert from £34
Enjoy the music of Strauss and his contempories in the splendour of the Vienna Kursalon.

Please note: Some entrances, tolls and optional extras are payable locally. Reduced prices for children up to 12 yrs incl. Infants who do not require a seat are FREE.