Best places to stay in Vienna
Hotel Imperial
Kärntner Ring 16, 1015
The five-star neoclassical Hotel Imperial was built in 1863 for the Prince of Wurttemberg. Close to the city’s concert halls and the Vienna State Opera, the atmospheric location is fit for this palatial hotel and makes for a truly special stay.
Hotel Topazz Lamee
Lichtensteg 2/3, 1010
Set in the heart of the city’s first district, guests couldn’t wish for a more central location than the four-star Hotel Topazz Lamee. This beautiful boutique is perfect for a sightseeing break, with St Stephen’s Cathedral and the banks of the Danube just a few minutes stroll away.
Max Brown 7th District
Schottenfeldgasse 74, 1070
Located in Neubau – Vienna’s effortlessly cool seventh district – this four-star hotel offers guests a chic stay with a local-feel and an award-winning restaurant. It’s also a short walk away from the MuseumsQuartier and The Hofburg.
Best places to eat in Vienna
Restaurant Steirereck
Am Heumarkt 2A, 1030
The Steirereck has two Michelin stars and boasts a charming riverside setting in the heart of Vienna’s Stadtpark. Visit to enjoy a palate-pleasing selection of classic and contemporary Austrian fare with a splash of international influence. Pause your day of sightseeing to sample a lunch of grilled carp ribs with ground cherries.
The Palmenhaus
Burggarten 1, 1010
Buggarten Park is home to a dining venue to be proud of. The Palmenhaus, or Palm House, was once a tropical house that’s now home to a spectacular restaurant and bar serving up Austrian and Mediterranean dishes. Try the Wiener Schnitzel with parsley potatoes for a tasty treat. Head here for an Instagram-worthy dining experience.
Walter Bauer
Sonnenfelsgasse 17, 1010
Nestled along one of Vienna’s narrow lanes, this family-run restaurant serves up modern and traditional Austrian cuisine with a culinary expertise, backed up by its Michelin star. You’ll be swept away by perfect portions and excellent service that will leave you wanting more.
Best things to do in and around Vienna
Hofburg Palace
1010 Vienna, Austria
This breathtaking building has a fascinating aura and life all of its own. Dating back to the 13th Century as the Habsburg Monarchy’s winter abode, Hofburg Palace is now the residence of Austria’s president. It’s also home to some of Vienna’s unmissable attractions, including the wonderful National Library, the Imperial Treasury and a collection of magnificent museums.
Schoenbrunn Palace
Schonbrunner Schlossstrasse 47, 1130
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and for good reason – the Rococo Schoenbrunn Palace is Austria’s most visited attraction. The Hasburg monarchs would summer in the palace’s 1,441 rooms after wintering at The Hofburg. Soak up history as you tour the building and grounds, admire the gardens and visit the Palace Orangery, where Mozart performed in 1786.
St Stephen’s Cathedral
Stephansplatz 3, 1010
St Stephen’s Cathedral (or Stephansdom) is Vienna’s showpiece and the city’s main Roman Catholic church. The seat of the city’s Archbishop, this stunning cathedral is an architectural dream, with features like the intricately tiled roof and the detailing of the Gothic pulpit and Baroque altar within.