Encompassing more than 90,000 m2 of museum and gallery space, MuseumsQuartier is one of the largest museum complexes in the world. More than 60 cultural institutions have a home here and they promote a wide …
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Attractions
Rathaus (Vienna City Hall)
The Vienna City Hall (Rathaus) is the seat of the local municipal government and houses the offices of the mayor and the town council, as well as other related government institutions. Amongst them is the …
Volksgarten
Volksgarten is a relatively small public park in Vienna, but very centrally located and quite popular with locals and tourists alike. It is situated in the 1st district, on the Ringstrasse, across from Austrian Parliament …
Giant Ferris Wheel – symbol of Vienna
The Giant Ferris wheel (Wiener Riesenrad) in Vienna’s Prater has become city’s trade mark and recognizable symbol of the skyline from the day it was opened in 1897. Being a notable attraction for such a …
Austrian National Library
Austrian National Library (Österreichische Nationalbibliothek) is clearly the largest library in Austria, and it hosts over 12 million items or various types in its multiple collections. It was established in 1368 by Habsburgs as Imperial …
Albertina
Albertina is an important art museum in Vienna, whose extensive collection of drawings and prints was started by Duke Albert of Saxen-Teschen, who moved his personal collection to the palace. Later on, Genoese count Giacomo …
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien (Art History Museum Vienna) was established in the late 19th century to house impressive art collection of Austro-Hungarian imperial family. Today, it is one of the most renowned art museums in the …
Vienna State Opera
The Vienna State Opera is one of the top opera venues in the world. It offers first-class program in opera and ballet throughout the year with over 50 productions. Famous works of Mozart, Wagner, Puccini, …