Vienna's Ultimate Attractions: A Traveler's Guide

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Vienna, Austria is a city steeped in history, culture, and elegance. It is renowned for its stunning architecture, vibrant markets, and exceptional musical heritage. Here is a list of must-see attractions in Vienna:

- Schönbrunn Palace: This Baroque palace, once the imperial summer residence, boasts 1,441 rooms and a beautiful park.

- Hofburg Imperial Palace: Serving as the main winter palace for the Austro-Hungarian Empire, it is now home to the Austrian president and features the Sisi Museum and Imperial Apartments.

- St. Stephen's Cathedral: Dominating the Vienna skyline, this Gothic cathedral is the tallest church tower in Austria, featuring intricate design and a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles.

- Belvedere Palace: This summer residence for Austrian princes consists of the Upper and Lower Belvedere, with art collections, decorated staterooms, and stunning gardens.

- Vienna State Opera: Synonymous with opera and fine architecture, the Vienna State Opera House is considered one of the finest in the world, offering daily tours and performances.

- Vienna Natural History Museum: Housing over 30 million objects, this museum showcases an extensive collection of minerals, precious stones, fossils, and more.

- Prater Amusement Park: Located in the large public park, this amusement park offers a range of rides, stalls, and restaurants, with the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel providing breathtaking views.

- The Spanish Riding School: A tradition in Austria, this riding school showcases classical dressage and has trained Lipizzaner horses for hundreds of years.

- Donauturm: Standing at 252 meters tall, this observation tower offers panoramic views of the city and features restaurants and an observation deck.

- Naschmarkt: As the most popular market in Vienna, Naschmarkt offers a plethora of stalls selling fresh produce, seafood, spices, and more.

- Ringstrasse: This road encircling Vienna's inner city is lined with important buildings, such as the State Opera, Natural History Museum, and City Hall, showcasing various architectural styles.

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Historical Buildings Schönbrunn Palace, Stephansdom, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Belvedere Palace, Karlskirche, Spanish Riding School, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Vienna State Opera, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Naschmarkt, Naturhistorisches Museum, Leopold Museum, Albertina, Tiergarten Schönbrunn, Hundertwasserhaus, Vienna Ring Road, Donauturm, Prater Amusement Park, The Graben, Vienna Woods, MAK, Rathaus, Burggarten, Volksgarten, Peterskirche, Michaelerplatz, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Stadtpark, MuseumsQuartier, Burgtheater, Stephansplatz, The Ankeruhr, The Imperial Crypt, Heldenplatz, Neue Burg, Freyung, Am Hof, Josefsplatz, Judenplatz, Stephansplatz, MAK, Parlament, Ringstraße, Gloriette, Palm House, Wagenburg, Technisches Museum, Art Advent Christmas Market, Upper Belvedere, Lower Belvedere, Belvedere 21, Botanic and Alpine Gardens, Schwarzenbergplatz, Heeresgeschichtliches Museum, Riesenrad, Madame Tussauds, Danube Tower, Zentralfriedhof, Haus des Meeres, Hirschstetten Botanical Gardens
Art Museums Kunsthistorisches Museum, Albertina, Belvedere Palace, Leopold Museum, Kunsthalle Wien, Tanzquartier, Q21, Museum of Modern Art Ludwig Foundation Vienna, Museum of Art History, MAK, Belvedere Museum, Vienna Natural History Museum, Haus der Musik, Museum of Military History, Sigmund Freud Museum, Jewish Museum, Museum of Applied Arts, Museum of Modern Art, Museum of Contemporary Art, KunstHausWien, Museum of Art Fakes, Leopold Museum of Modern Art, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Leopold Museum, MUMOK, Kunsthalle Wien, Architekturzentrum Wien, Leopold Museum, Kunsthalle, Leopold Museum, MUMOK, Kunsthalle Wien, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum of Modern Art, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold Museum, Leopold 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Schönbrunn Palace

History

The palace was the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. The name Schönbrunn, meaning "beautiful spring", comes from an artesian well in the area from which the court consumed water. The palace has 1,441 rooms and is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in the country. It has been a major tourist attraction since the mid-1950s.

In 1569, Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian II purchased a large floodplain of the Wien river, and the area was used as a hunting and recreation ground. The Schönbrunn Palace in its present form was built and remodelled during the 1740–50s during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who received the estate as a wedding gift.

Features

The palace complex includes many luxuries typical of European palaces of the time, such as the Tiergarten, an orangerie, and a palm house. The grounds of the palace cover 160 hectares and are home to impressive fountains, statues, monuments, trees, and flowers, as well as the magnificent Gloriette. The Imperial Carriage Museum, Crown Prince Garden, Orangery Garden, Maze & Labyrinth, Zoo, Palm House, and Desert Experience House are also part of the palace park.

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St. Stephen's Cathedral

The current Romanesque and Gothic form of the cathedral, seen today in the Stephansplatz, was largely initiated by Duke Rudolf IV and stands on the ruins of two earlier churches. The first was a parish church consecrated in 1147. The most important religious building in Vienna, St. Stephen's Cathedral has witnessed many significant events in Habsburg and Austrian history.

The cathedral's ornately patterned, richly coloured roof is covered by 230,000 glazed tiles. The roof is so steep that it is sufficiently cleaned by the rain alone and is seldom covered by snow. The main entrance to the church is named the Giant's Door, or Riesentor. The glory of St. Stephen's Cathedral is its roof, above which the tiles form a mosaic of the double-headed eagle that is symbolic of the empire ruled from Vienna by the Habsburg dynasty.

The cathedral's construction and preservation are ongoing. The permanent Dombauhütte (Construction Department) uses the latest scientific techniques to preserve the fabric of the medieval cathedral.

Guided tours of the cathedral and the catacombs are offered on a regular basis, including for children.

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The Hofburg Palace

The history of the Hofburg Palace is fascinating. It was originally built in the 13th century by Ottokar II of Bohemia and served as the seat of the Dukes of Austria. Over the centuries, it was expanded and became the official residence of every Austrian ruler since 1275. From 1438 to 1583, and again from 1612 to 1806, it was the seat of the Habsburg kings and emperors of the Holy Roman Empire. Thereafter, until 1918, it served as the seat of the Emperors of Austria. Today, the palace continues its role as the official residence and workplace of the President of Austria.

The architecture of the Hofburg Palace is diverse and impressive. The complex reflects various periods and architectural styles, including the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo movements. Numerous renowned architects have contributed to the expansion of the palace over the centuries, such as Filiberto Luchese, Lodovico Burnacini, Martino and Domenico Carlone, Lukas von Hildebrandt, and Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach.

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Belvedere Palace

The Belvedere Palace is one of Vienna's most popular attractions, consisting of two Baroque palaces: the Lower (Unteres) and Upper (Oberes) Belvedere. The palace was built during the 18th century as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy and is now home to beautiful art and gardens.

The Upper Palace boasts the Ground Floor Hall with its statues and the Ceremonial Staircase with rich stucco relief and frescoes. The Marble Hall is another stunning feature, with its two-story hall full of period sculptures, paintings, and ceiling frescoes. The Lower Palace also has its own Marble Hall, with oval plaster medallions and a rich ceiling fresco, as well as a Marble Gallery built to house a collection of historic statues.

The Belvedere Gardens and Fountains, with their decorative tiered fountains, cascades, Baroque sculptures, and majestic wrought iron gates, link the two palaces. The gardens were designed in the formal French style with clipped hedges, gravelled walks, and water features by Dominique Girard, who trained in the gardens of Versailles.

The Österreichische Galerie Belvedere, a popular art museum within the palace, is well known for its extensive collections, including sculptures and panel paintings from the 12th to the 16th centuries. The museum is perhaps best known for Austrian Symbolist artist Gustav Klimt's masterpiece, 'The Kiss'.

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Vienna State Opera

The Vienna State Opera is one of the world's largest and most splendid theatres. The current opera house was built in 1869 and is notable for its French Early Renaissance style. The interior features a grand staircase leading to the first floor, the Schwind Foyer, and the exquisite Tea Room with its valuable tapestries. The opera house is also home to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

The Vienna State Opera is the successor of the old Vienna Court Opera, which was built in 1636 inside the Hofburg. The new site was chosen and construction paid for by Emperor Franz Joseph in 1861. The opera house was inaugurated as the "Vienna Court Opera" in the presence of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth of Austria. It became known by its current name after the establishment of the First Austrian Republic in 1921.

The Vienna State Opera is closely linked to the Vienna Philharmonic, which recruits its members from the Vienna State Opera's orchestra. The building is also home to the Vienna State Ballet and hosts the annual Vienna Opera Ball during the carnival season.

The Vienna State Opera is one of the busiest opera houses in the world, producing 50 to 60 operas and more than 350 performances in a repertory system per year. It is common to find a different opera being produced each day of the week. The opera house employs over 1,000 people and has an annual operating budget of 100 million euros, with slightly more than 50% coming from a state subsidy.

The Vienna State Opera is particularly open to children, with productions such as Peter Pan, Der 35. Mai, and The Magic Flute being performed every year. Eighty minutes before each performance, cheap standing room tickets are sold for €10.

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Frequently asked questions

A great and easy way to see many famous tourist attractions in Vienna in one go is to wander along the Ringstrasse, taking in all the fantastic buildings as you go, before heading into the centre of the city itself.

Some of Vienna's must-see attractions include the Schönbrunn Palace, the Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, the Vienna State Opera, the Spanish Riding School, the Donauturm, and the Naschmarkt.

The Schönbrunn Palace is worth visiting not only for its magnificent architecture but also for its beautiful park-like setting. It contains more than 1,441 rooms and apartments, including those once used by Empress Maria Theresa.

The Belvedere Palace is actually two splendid Baroque buildings: the Lower (Unteres) Belvedere and the Upper (Oberes) Belvedere. The Upper Palace includes the Ground Floor Hall with its statues, and the Ceremonial Staircase with its rich stucco relief and frescoes.

The Vienna State Opera House is one of the world's largest and most splendid theatres, capable of accommodating an audience of 2,211 along with 110 musicians. It is also home to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

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