Top tourist attractions in Vienna

Date: 2021-09-30 13:00:00

Top tourist attractions in Vienna

If you are planning your next trip to Vienna, you can expect some extremely magnificent and most beautiful buildings of Europe.
 

Vienna is rich in culture, elegant in taste, exceptional in architecture, and has an extraordinary heritage of renowned musicians, artists, poets, and architects. This Austrian capital is located on the eastern bank of the Donau River, full of hidden gems.

Save time and check out this long list of the best attractions in Vienna. It will surprise you on your next trip to Austria.

Best places for visitors in Vienna

If you are planning to visit Vienna, we have done some research. Let's discover some beautiful places in Vienna.

1. The Hofburg
   Like the imperial palace that was once a powerful seat for the rulers of the Habsburg dynasty, the Hofburg Palace is more popular. It is now a symbolic place of power, workplace, and residence of the President of Austria.
   
   The palace is made up of lively cafes, gourmet, and green parks. This place has some great collections like museums, conference rooms, and Spanish Riding School.
   
    
2. Prater
   Prater is a large park in Leopoldstadt. Its vast green space has become a popular attraction for locals and tourists. Many come here to relax, but it also has an amusement park, museums, and nightclubs.
   
   Take a stroll through the park on the giant Ferris wheel on the prater -the scenery is breathtaking.
   
    
3. Zuckerlwerkstatt
   
   Zuckerlwerkstatt, which means "sugar workshop," produces exquisite hand-made candies. If you are traveling with children, they will choose bananas, but adults will find them equally attractive.
   
   Not only it is a perfect gift shop, but you can also see candy makers magically make everything from rocks to jellies, lollipops, and candy canes in the show kitchen. All are made of pure Austrian sugar, natural flavors, and colorful plant extracts. You can call ahead to order personalized candy.
   
    
4. St Stephen's Cathedral
   
   St. Stephen's Cathedral is located on the historic cobbled streets of District 1 in the heart of Vienna. This Gothic cathedral, with its spire and saw-tooth roof, is a symbol of the city, and its history can be traced back to the 12th century.
   
   When visiting the cathedral, visitors can ascend the tower to see Vienna. You can also see the treasures of the cathedral and catacombs, which are filled with various bones, and next to them are vases filled with organs of the former Hapsburg royalty.
   
    
5. Schönbrunn Palace
   
   The beautiful gardens of Schönbrunn Palace were once the summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty, with gorgeous flower crowns, palm tree houses, a zoo, and even man-made Roman ruins.
   
   If you visit the Schonbrunn palace, don't miss seeing the world's oldest zoo with its rainforest and aquarium. In the Schonbrunn baroque building zoo, you will find more than 700 animals, including pandas, koalas, and elephants. Few tours to this place can offer such a great deal.
    
6. Kärntner Strasse
   
   Kärntner Strasse Vienna (C2) has existed since Roman times and was called Strata Carinthianorum. It is an important link from the center to the city walls. The 19th century is the hallmark of today's shopping district.
   
   In 1974, Kärntner Strasse was redesigned as a pedestrian zone. The new functions of this street are supposed to be used by citizens and tourists for shopping, walking, and lingering. Today this pedestrian zone is an ideal place for shopping in the center of Vienna. A diverse combination of historic buildings, traditional shops, and flagship fashion stores from international companies.
   
   
   Conclusion
   
   All the places are of great importance in the history of Vienna and play an essential role in making the journey of all travelers memorable. So, on your next wonderful trip to Europe, don't forget to explore all these historic places to get a real taste of Vienna. Whether you're staying here for a whole week or just spending a few days sightseeing, don't miss out on these incredible sights in Vienna.
   
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