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Vienna Austria Attractions

A splendid and ancient city, Vienna, Austria is home to centuries of history and near-endless things to do and treasures. The architectural wonders of this rare destination alone are quite unlike anywhere else in the world. From the Baroque splendor of the Museum Quarter building to the contemporary masterpieces inside, Vienna's many wonders reach across the centuries and provide a dazzling array of sights, landmarks, parks, cathedrals, palaces and cultural attractions.

Spittelberg District
Museums Quartier
Ringstrasse
Vienna City Centre
Stephansdom Cathedral
Vienna Opera House
Hofburg Imperial Palace
Mariahilferstrasse
Vienna Convention Center
Schönnbrunn Palace
The Prater

Spittelberg District

The Spittelberg District has been transformed from its colorful past as Vienna's former “red light district.” Today, the 7th District of Vienna is now a thriving center for the arts community that is known for its eccentric shopping and fine dining that is both artistic and experimental, at times.

Museums Quartier

The Museums Quartier, or Museum Quarter, presents Baroque history and stark Modernism side by side in a vast Viennese cultural center that is amongst the 10 largest art centers in the world. The Museums Quartier or MQ is housed in the 260-year-old Baroque Imperial Court Stables complex. To learn more, visit www.mqw.at.

Ringstrasse

Ringstrasse or Ring Boulevard is Vienna's famed circular road that goes around the Innere Stadt district of Vienna. Stretching for 4 breathtaking kilometers, Emperor Franz Joseph I commissioned the Ring Boulevard in December 1857. Today, it is home to some of Vienna's most important buildings, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Austrian Parliament building and Hofburg.

Vienna City Centre

Vienna's magnificent City Centre is known as the first district or “Innere Stadt” and is home to many of the city's finest buildings, palaces and landmarks. The Inner Stadt is circled by the Ringstrasse or Ring Boulevard.

Stephansdom Cathedral

Stephansdom or St. Stephen's Cathedral is a hallmark of the First District and has been standing in Vienna since 1147. Despite numerous transformations, including its Gothic remodel in 1359 by Duke Rudolf IV of Habsburg, the Viennese cathedral remains a stunning work of architecture.

Vienna Opera House

The Wiener Staatsoper or Vienna Opera House is located in the First District or Inner Stadt and is one of Vienna's most iconic buildings. Situated at the Kärntnerstrasse's southern end, the prestigious Italian Renaissance-style Vienna Opera House enjoys world-wide acclaim.

Hofburg Imperial Palace

Hofburg is the Imperial Palace of Vienna, which was the magnificent home of the long-reigning Habsburg princes. Built in medieval times, it evolved into a patchwork castle representing every style from gothic to art nouveau. Today, the Hofburg is home to the National Library, the Museum of Ethnography and the famed Spanish Riding School.

Mariahilferstrasse

The Mariahilf is Vienna's sixth district and home to one of Vienna's most important areas for shipping. Founded in 1850, the Mariahilf district is southwest of Vienna's Inner Stadt. The District is an urban residential area that is densely populated.

Vienna Convention Center

The Messe Wien Exhibition & Congress Center offers a splendid location for meetings and events in Vienna. Located on the grounds of picturesque Prater Park, the Vienna convention center was constructed in 2004.

Schönnbrunn Palace

Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace is surrounded by a huge park and towering buildings. Built to outshine the French at Versailles, the House of Habsburg ran out of funds to outdo its French rival. Today, the Baroque beauty stands among the finest buildings in Austria.

The Prater

The Prater offers a hub of activity in Vienna, that includes a giant Ferris wheel, sports and parks. Within easy reach of the city, hike, jog, cycle or just sit down and relax in The Prater. There are also attractions such as the Krieau harness racing track for a little more excitement.

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Vienna

Altstadt Vienna

Kirchengasse 41
1070, Vienna, Austria

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