The impressive Hofburg Imperial Palace served as a residence for the Habsburgian emperors of the Austrian-Hungarian monarchy. From here, emperors and empresses like Franz Josef or Maria Theresia reigned their empire, which at the time reached across wide stretches of Europe. Selected parts of the Hofburg Imperial Palace are open to visitors.

More information: http://www.hofburg-wien.at/

Unique in all the world: At the Spanish Riding School the classic art of horsemanship in the tradition of the “haute école” of the Renaissance has been cultivated unchanged for fully 430 years. The elegant horses – white Lipizzaners – and their riders are an international symbol for Viennese culture. Be sure not to miss a Lipizzaner show!

More information: http://www.spanische-reitschule.com/

Particularly impressive about the Imperial Crypt containing the bodies of the Habsburg rulers are its quiet splendour and its expression of imperial power. Fans of the empress Elisabeth – lovingly called Sisi by the people – may view her last resting place in the Imperial Crypt. Apart from Sisi’s honorary grave, visitors can view numerous other graves of popular rulers from the Austro-Hungarian monarchy.

More information: http://www.kaisergruft.at/

The “Dom zu St. Stephan,” one of Vienna’s landmarks, awaits you directly in the heart of the city. Lovingly called “Steffl” by the Viennese, it is an impressive sacral masterpiece. The services at St. Stephan’s Cathedral are initiated by the so-called “Pummerin” – the dome’s distinctive bells. From the South Tower of St. Stephen’s Cathedral you can enjoy an unforgettable view of Vienna.

More information: http://www.stephansdom.at/

The Albertina museum houses one of the most important art collections in Europe. Its most famous exhibit is the works of Albrecht Dürer. Also worth viewing is the museum’s architecture, which unites tradition with modernity.

More information: http://www.albertina.at/

The Opera Ball is held annually at the Vienna State Opera. Nevertheless, throughout the year the name of the game is not high society but traditional opera: Nicolaus Harnoncourt, Anna Netrebko, Thomas Hampson, Riccardo Muti, Claudio Abbado and Sir Simon Rattle are only some of the stars to be found giving guest performances at the Vienna State Opera, the Chamber Opera and the Volksoper.

More information: http://www.wiener-staatsoper.at/

The MuseumsQuartier opened in 2001. It houses the Leopold Collection, the MUMOK (Museum of Modern Art), the KUNSTHALLE (Arts Centre) Wien, as well as various additional arts and cultural initiatives. Due to its large open spaces and its numerous cafes, it is very popular as a leisure oasis in the middle of the city, especially in summer.

More information: http://www.mqw.at/ und http://www.mumok.at/

The famous Austrian painter and architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser drew the plans for this extraordinary museum. In addition to the museum, the Hundertwasserhaus also contains numerous private apartments.
The Hundertwasserhaus is most easily reachable by public transport.

A walk through the Crime Museum resurrects the dark side of Vienna over the past three centuries. Impressive are not only legendary cases such as the murderer Hofrichter, who poisoned his victims, but also a trip through the history of the judicial and police systems. Housed in one of Leopoldstadt’s oldest buildings, the so-called Seifensiederhaus, visitors to the Crime Museum can witness an architectural jewel from one of Vienna’s historic outskirts.

More information: http://www.kriminalmuseum.at/

Vienna was always influenced by Jewish culture and that influence continues to this day. In numerous temporary exhibitions the museum stages Jewish history, culture and religion on four floors. Symposia, readings and concerts also take place regularly at the museum. The museum, in the Palais Eskeles, is intended as a meeting place and one of communication and discussion.

With the help of the psychologist’s youngest daughter, Anna Freud, a memorial to the founder of psychoanalysis was created in the former residence and office of Sigmund Freud. Original fixtures, among others the waiting room, provide insight into the biography of Sigmund Freud, his cultural environment, as well as his medical accomplishments. The Sigmund Freud Museum is most easily reachable by public transportation.

At Domgasse No. 5 is Mozart’s only Vienna apartment still in existence. The musical genius lived here rather opulently from 1784 to 1787. The exhibition of Mozart’s life and works chiefly explores the period in Vienna when he reached his creative peak.

The Graben, Kohlmarkt and Kärntnerstraße are the places to go for shoppers seeking fashion and luxury.

On the Graben, the traditional Viennese coffee roasting facility Meinl runs a luxury supermarket with Viennese specialities and international delicacies. Incidentally, the coffee in Schick hotels and restaurants is also delivered by Meinl am Graben.

More information: http://www.meinlamgraben.at/

The shopping street for the young generation and bargain hunters.

More information: http://www.mariahilferstrasse.at/

Schönbrunn represents one of the most important landmarks in Vienna. There are more than 1.5 million visitors to the palace, the enormous parks and the Palmenhaus (palm tree house) each year. The former imperial summer residence fascinates every tourist to Vienna. The vast area includes the palace and numerous side buildings, as well as spacious gardens and parks. The impressive Baroque Gesamtkunstwerk was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

More information: http://www.schoenbrunn.at/

The zoo is housed in the spacious parks of Schönbrunn Palace and counts among the world’s oldest zoos. The historic zoo was carefully adapted so that visitors today can observe predatory cats, pandas, apes, reptiles, elephants and penguins in a naturalistic environment. On your family holidays in Vienna be sure not to miss a visit to the Schönbrunn Zoo!

More information: http://www.zoovienna.at/

To the Viennese, “Prater” does not only mean the world-famous historic amusement park in Vienna, it also refers to the huge recreational area surrounding the adventure park. Take a ride on the roller coasters, or enjoy the view from the giant Ferris wheel… or walk through the park or go for a run.  It’s all up to you – everything is possible at the Prater!

More information: http://www.prater.at/