Vienna
Baroque streetscapes and imperial palaces set the stage for Vienna's artistic and musical masterpieces alongside its coffee-house culture and vibrant epicurean and design scenes.
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Vienna travel tips from Lonely Planet experts
Find practical guidance from our team of contributors around the world who bring their decades of first-hand travel experience to your next trip.
Best Things to Do
From museums to markets to urban vineyards and more.
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Best Time to Visit
Whether you want to see live music, sip a lager in a Biergarten (beer garden), or avoid the crowds, here’s our guide to the best time to visit Vienna.
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Transportation
On a bike along the Danube, aboard a U-Bahn or on the tram around the Ringstrasse, we have all the tips you need for getting around the Austrian capital.
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Free Things to Do
Despite its luxe palaces and ornate architecture, a trip to Vienna doesn't have to blow the budget – there's plenty to do that's completely free.
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Best Neighborhoods
Vienna is a perfect balance of the urban and the outdoors. Explore the city one neighborhood at a time with this guide.
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Day Trips
From budget beer in Bratislava to hiking through the Vienna Woods, these are the best places to visit on a day trip from Vienna.
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Traveling with Kids
Vienna might not be the obvious family travel destination, but there is plenty here to entertain the kids.
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