Vienna Austria 6 Day Itinerary
Title: 6-Day Itinerary for Exploring Vienna, Austria
Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration
- Arrive at Vienna International Airport (VIE) or Wien Hauptbahnhof (main train station).
- Check-in at your preferred accommodation: Hotel Sacher for luxury, 25hours Hotel by Meyer-Woelfing for boutique or Hostel Rigiblick for budget travelers.
- Start your day with coffee and Sacher Torte at the iconic Café Sacher.
- Visit the grand St. Stephen’s Cathedral (Stephansdom) and its adjacent Cathedral Tower for panoramic city views.
- Explore the Graben & Kohlmark streets, known for their historic buildings, boutique shops, and high-end stores.
- End your day with a traditional Austrian dinner at Zum Schwarzen Kameel or Figlmüller.
Day 2: Historical & Cultural Sites
- Breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Visit the Hofburg Palace, home to the Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum, and the Silver Collection.
- Explore the nearby MuseumsQuartier, where you can find various contemporary art museums and galleries.
- Lunch at Naschmarkt, Vienna’s most famous market with numerous food stalls.
- In the afternoon, visit the Belvedere Palace to see Gustav Klimt’s famous painting, “The Kiss.”
- Dinner at Plachutta Wieden for traditional Viennese cuisine.
Day 3: Museums & Parks
- Breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Visit the Natural History Museum, Art History Museum, and the Museum of Applied Arts (MAK), all located close to each other in MuseumsQuartier.
- Have lunch at Café Central, a historic café with impressive architecture.
- Spend the afternoon at the beautiful Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens, including the Gloriette, Palm House, and Privy Garden.
- Dinner at Zum Wamplingers, an authentic Viennese tavern in the heart of Schönbrunn.
Day 4: Budapest Connection & Spa Experience
- Breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Take a day trip to BudaPest, Hungary, using the EuroCity train. Spend the day exploring Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Gellért Thermal Baths. Return to Vienna in the evening.
- Dinner at Das Loft, a rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the city.
Day 5: Modern Vienna & Street Art
- Breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Explore the trendy district of Naschmarkt and Mariahilf, where you can find street art, independent shops, and eateries.
- Lunch at Gelato-Gelato for authentic Italian ice cream.
- Visit the contemporary art museum, LEOPOLD Museum.
- In the evening, enjoy a traditional Viennese concert at Kursalon Vienna.
- Dinner at Steirereck, a Michelin 3-star restaurant with a focus on regional Austrian cuisine.
Day 6: Farewell & Souvenirs
- Breakfast at your accommodation or a local café.
- Spend your last hours in Vienna shopping for souvenirs at the Vienna Naschmarkt or Mariahilferstraße.
- Have a final meal at a local favorite, such as Zum Franziskaner or Café Prückel, before heading to the airport or train station for your departure.
Things to Know:
- Vienna uses the Euro (€) as its currency.
- The official language is German, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
- Public transportation is efficient and affordable with the Wiener Linien network of trams, buses, and subways.
- Tipping around 10% is customary in restaurants.
- For more information, visit the Vienna Tourism Board.
Enjoy your trip to Vienna!