20 Sights in Vienna You Shouldn't Miss

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a true paradise for culture lovers and history enthusiasts. The city is rich in architectural masterpieces, fascinating museums, and historic sites. When you visit Vienna, there are some sights you definitely shouldn’t miss. To help you plan your day, we have compiled a list of the top 20 attractions. You can easily reach these with a HOP ON HOP OFF bus, which takes you directly to the city's most important attractions.

1. St. Stephen's Cathedral: Visit the Gothic cathedral and climb the South Tower.

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2. Hofburg: Explore the Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue, Yellow & Red Line, Station #2 Heroes' Square

3. Kunsthistorisches Museum: Admire masterpieces by Bruegel, Rubens, and Rembrandt.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue, Yellow & Red Line, Station #2 Heroes' Square

4. Schönbrunn Palace: Visit the opulent rooms and beautiful gardens.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Yellow Line, Station #30 Schönbrunn Palace

5. Vienna State Opera:Take a guided tour or attend a ballet or opera performance.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue & Yellow Line, Station #1 State Opera

6. Albertina: Discover one of the world’s most important collections of graphic art.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue & Yellow Line, Station #1 State Opera

7. MuseumsQuartier: Experience modern art and culture in one of the largest cultural districts in the world.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Red Line, Station #3 Shopping Street/MQ

8. Natural History Museum: Explore the impressive collection of dinosaurs and gemstones.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue, Yellow & Red Line, Station #2 Heroes' Square

9. Belvedere: Visit the gallery with works by Klimt, Schiele, and Kokoschka.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Yellow Line, Station #34 Belvedere Palace

10. Danube Tower: Enjoy the breathtaking view over Vienna.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue Line, Station #21 Danube Tower

11. Prater: Ride the Ferris wheel and experience the famous amusement park.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue Line, Station #18 Giant Ferris Wheel

12. Naschmarkt: Stroll through Vienna's most famous market and sample international delicacies.

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We are pleased to announce that we are now operating a new stop on our Red Line: Stop 4 Johann Strauss Museum/Naschmarkt/Secession Naschmarkt/Secession!

13. Karlskirche: Admire the Baroque architecture and the impressive interior.

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We are pleased to announce that we are now operating a new stop on our Red Line: Stop 4 Johann Strauss Museum/Naschmarkt/Secession Naschmarkt/Secession!

14. Hundertwasser House: See the colorful and unusual residential building designed by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser.

HOP ON HOP OFF:Blue Line, Station #17 Museum Hundertwasser

15. Haus des Meeres: Discover the fascinating underwater world in the former flak tower.

HOP ON HOP OFF:Red Line, Station #3 Shopping Street /MQ

16. Volksgarten: Stroll through the beautiful park and visit the Theseus Temple.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue & Red Line, Station #5 National Theater /City Hall

17. Parliament: Take a tour of the impressive neoclassical building.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Blue, Yellow & Red Line, Station #2 Heroes' Square

18. City Hall: Visit Vienna’s town hall and experience the magnificent architecture.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Red Line, Station #48 Rathausplatz 4

19. Votive Church: Explore the neo-Gothic church and its impressive stained glass windows.

HOP ON HOP OFF:Red Line, Station #47 Votive Church

20. Technical Museum: Experience interactive exhibitions and technological innovations.

HOP ON HOP OFF: Yellow Line, Station #30 Schönbrunn Palace

These 20 sights offer you a comprehensive insight into the diversity and beauty of Vienna. To make your day more efficient and experience as many of these highlights as possible, take advantage of the convenient HOP ON HOP OFF buses. With them, you can reach the most important stops directly and explore the city at your own pace.

Plan your visit today and book your tickets directly in the HOP ON HOP OFF webshop!

Vienna is waiting to be discovered by you.