Top 10 Places to See in Vienna

Visitors marvel at Vienna's beauty and originality. But why do so many people come here?

The reason is that Austria is a country with a very distinctive culture and interesting history. And Austria's capital, Vienna, is the biggest city in Europe and many tourists point out that it is also very hospitable.

Today, we will show you some of Vienna's spectacular sights that everyone should see.

Flights to Vienna and Getting Around

Getting to Vienna is easy, several low cost budget airlines including Ryanair, Wizz Air, British Airways, Austrian and Air France offer direct flights into Vienna International Airport from UK/European destinations and prices are affordable especially when booking in advance.

Most tourists arrive by plane into Vienna International Airport, but what do you do after arrival? 

Now, let's begin our journey through Vienna's top attractions!

1. House of Butterflies

This is a very original place, not every tourist knows about it, but you should visit it. This house, as you can guess, is home to dozens of species of exotic butterflies from Costa Rica, Thailand, the Philippines, and other countries. Moreover, all conditions are created there for the comfortable stay of these creatures. You can enjoy their beauty and even watch their daily life (drinking nectar, butterfly birth, etc.). Since public transportation is not very popular in Vienna - you can rent Vienna airport transfer and drive there.

2. Hofburg Palace

This is a classic that of course, we couldn't miss. Hofburg Palace is a place visited by every tourist coming to Vienna. Most take AtoB aitport taxi directly from Vienna airport. This palace complex was created over many centuries, with many architectural ensembles.  It was the seat of the Habsburg dynasty in Vienna and was later used by the Austro-Hungarian rulers of the time. If you are a true lover of history and culture - you need to come here urgently.

3. Gallery of Street Art

Vienna is an art treasure trove, so why not rent AtoB airport transfer and come to this unique place? There are thousands of immortal works by international artists but besides the classics (which we are used to seeing) - you can also see avant-garde urban graphics, which should surprise you. 

4. Linzer Tiergarten

Walking around the city is great. But to diversify your journey, it makes sense to rent AtoB airport taxi and drive to the outskirts of the city to the Linzer Tiergarten. This is a large nature reserve (1945 hectares) that is home to the fabulous Vienna Woods. What makes it even more special is that most of the trees are about 400 years old. Just think of all the things these trees have seen and the wonderful air!

5. Tobacco Museum

Vienna is a city with a lot of museums for every taste. One of the originals is a tobacco museum. It is also convenient to take Vienna airport transfer there. It's important to note that this is the oldest and largest tobacco museum in the world (dating back to 1873). You'll find all kinds of pipes, unique lighters and cigarettes, and the last remaining piece of tobacco and cigar vending machine in the world. It might seem that only smokers would be interested in this place; however, that is not the case. It is for everyone because it is, above all, a historical exhibition. 

6. The Strudlichstieghe Staircase

This is a treasure trove of Viennese architecture in the Art Nouveau style. It's located in the Alsergrund and can easily be reached by AtoB airport taxi. The staircase connects Liechtensteinstraße with Strudlhofgasse. It is also made of Mannersdorf limestone, decorated with a bloody banister and small white bollards with elegant lanterns. It is just a beautiful and atmospheric place that is impossible not to visit while in Vienna.

7. St. Stephen's Square and Cathedral

It is an incredibly beautiful cathedral that dates back to the 12th century. It is a true symbol of Vienna and Austria in general. Everywhere you go, if you come across a booklet, there will be a picture of this cathedral. 72 members of the Habsburg dynasty are buried here, as well as some earlier Austrian rulers. Once inside, you'll see relics of St Valentine and a few other interesting things (let it be a secret). It will be an incredible experience. Be sure to listen to the ringing of the bells. 

8. Vienna University

You can drive to the University of Vienna. And indirectly touch the granite of education, as many as 9 Nobel laureates in future study in this very simple-looking building. And in general, it's one of the oldest universities in Europe, which is simply interesting to look at.

9. Vienna Opera

It's a crime to fly to Vienna without going to one of the biggest theatres in the world. It is a very beautiful 19th-century building, made in the Rennesan style. During all seasons, except winter, a huge screen is placed on one of the stages, chairs are placed and there are daily online broadcasts of evening opera performances. It's well worth taking the time to visit this interesting place.

10. City Hall

The last place on our list is a very majestic building in neo-gothic style. Be sure to rent AtoB airport transfer and visit this atmospheric place. The top of the tower has a standard bearer in armor (from the time of Maximilian I). And if you go inside you'll see the unrealistically beautiful hall of town hall, decorated with sculptures of famous Viennese. You can also attend a concert or a ball, which is often held there.

There really are some of the best locations to go in Vienna: impressive places that everyone should see, especially if it is your first time in the city. Go soak up the local culture and history for yourself.