15 Places In Vienna To Revel In Baroque Architecture And Museums

This palace used to be the summer residence of Habsburg rulers back in the day (still in possession of Habsburg). It's a masterful example of Baroque architecture (a highly decorative and theatrical style of architecture), with domes and colonnades of grand and decorative art. It's regarded as one of the most beautiful baroque complexes, with its history dating back to 1569—an absolute must-visit to kickstart your journey of beautiful sites in Vienna.

Timings: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Price: INR 4,579

The symbol of Vienna, St. Stephen Cathedral, is located in the city's centre. It is the tallest church in Austria, and it has a total of thirteen bells hanging. On the second floor, the cathedral's roof is laid in a way that creates the Royal and Imperial double-headed eagle. The whole space houses precious relics decorated with gold, precious stones, liturgical texts and books. It is also the final resting place of many esteemed pupils like Emperor Fredich III, Prince Eugene of Savoy, Duke Rudolph IV, and more. Everything about this place is breathtaking.

Timings: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Price: INR 440 onwards

Vienna's former principal imperial palace, built in the 13th century, is another extraordinary work of Baroque architecture. It is said to be the heart of power in Vienna, with a rich historical essence and wondrous tales of that time. The place also served as the Habsburg winter residence and is currently the workplace of the President of Austria. It is a sight to behold, an unskippable stop on your itinerary.

Timings: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 3,859

If you have always wanted to experience a live Opera performance, then you can’t really miss Vienna State House. It is one of the world’s leading opera houses that has had the pleasure of performances by artists like Mozart and Richard Strauss. The entry fee is pretty pricey, but there are some free shows that you can see if you hawkishly keep a lookout on their website. All in all, it's an experience worth experiencing.

Timings: 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Weekends), 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Weekdays)

Price: INR 5,326

Showcasing artworks like 'The Hunters in the Show,' 'The Art of Painting', 'The Tower of Babel', and 'The Peasant Wedding', this art museum is an absolute must-visit in Vienna. The name 'Kunsthistorisches' applies to both the building and the museum. This is especially a must-visit if you are an art enthusiast or have read about the paintings and artworks.

Timings: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,284

Housing the largest and most valuable graphical collection of art and paintings in the world, Albertina makes for a super fun and interesting visit. It contains works of Dürer's 'Hare' and Klimt's studies of women, with approximately 65,000 drawings and a million old master prints. Entry is free only for children, and the latest exhibitions present the masterpieces of Monet, Picasso, and Balelitz.

Timings: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,598 for adults 

Among the largest museums in Vienna, the Museum of Natural History is a known institution, perfect for anyone interested in natural sciences. With over 35 exhibition rooms and more than 10,000 objects and artefacts, this place is perfect for gaining a deeper understanding of resources and sciences and the evolution of lives on Earth. These objects are also available to certain scientists (almost 60 in number) who carry out research on an array of topics with these specimens.

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,267

The Australian Gallery Belvedere is divided into two sections: Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere. The former is more famous among tourists and is majorly visited by lovers of Klimith's paintings. With art exhibited from all periods and contemporary works from artists all over the world, this gallery is an absolute visit for art and literature lovers. The highlights of the gallery are Klimit's golden pictures of Kiss and Judith and some other works of Schiele and Kokoschka.

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,357

Visiting a library might not seem the most fascinating thing to do on a trip, but trust us and visit this one! Australian National Library is the largest and the most rapidly developing research resource in Asia, housing the largest collections of digitised newspapers, official documents, manuscripts, and images, as well as born-digital material. You can get temporary cards for your visit, which will give access to all the amenities like access to a locker, bookstore, cafes, and more.

Timings: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price: INR 724 (for temporary card)

The summer residence of Prince Eugene, Belvedere Palace, is famous for its ingenious Baroque architecture.  A beautiful experience, effortlessly marrying history, art, and architecture. It has many precious art pieces and possessions inside, which is bound to make any art enthusiast very happy.

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,267

Vienna's quintessential emerald baroque architecture is perfectly embodied by St. Charles Church, which is considered architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's greatest work. It comprises the most diverse elements, with a Greek temple portion and columns crafted by Lorenzo Mattielli. Even the outside premise of this space is absolutely breathtaking. We recommend visiting the church on a bright morning with friends and family.

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Sundays)

Price: INR 724

Built in 1897 to mark the 50th year of Emperor Franz Joseph's accession to the throne, the Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel is a very popular tourist attraction and a world of fun. It is the world's oldest Ferris wheel and offers panoramic views of the city as well as the skyline. It's also quite romantic and is known to be a famous proposal. At an additional fee, you can access a specially constructed platform called 'Platform 9' with a steel construction and a glass bottom, where visitors are tied to a harness and experience the high-altitude rush.

Timings: 10:00 AM - 9:45 PM

Price: INR 1,176 onwards for a ride

Hundertwaswer Town is another very popular sightseeing spot in Vienna that has free entry. It's very cute with colourful exteriors of the houses, characterised by ornamental and biomorphic space. If you are familiar with some of the Mosiac art, then you will easily spot that these houses form a Mosiac shape, colours, and fashion, which is typically associated with Friedensreich Hundertwasser.

Timings: Open 24 hours

Price: Free

Prater is a popular public park and is also known as one of the oldest amusement parks. Surrounded by lush greenery and the Ferris wheel at its entrance, it's one of the most visited places in Vienna. We recommend visiting if you're travelling with kids or just want a slow day for yourself.

Timings: Open 24 hours

Price: Starting at INR 543