Hernals Travel Guide
Vienna
Popular places to visit
Schönbrunn Palace
Visit the world’s oldest zoo, find your way through an 18th-century maze or take a tour around the opulent summer castle of Austria’s former ruling family.
Vienna State Opera
See a performance, visit the nearby opera museum or simply admire the architecture in one of the world’s most revered opera houses.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Inspiring designs, religious artworks, intriguing legends and great views are featured in the city’s prominent Gothic building, the seat of Vienna’s archbishop.
Hofburg Imperial Palace
Browse splendid museums and opulent rooms and visit theaters and equestrian shows in this historic residential estate of the powerful Habsburg dynasty.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
Things to do
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Concert in Schoenbrunn
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
Vienna's Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Imperial Adventure
Vienna Hallstatt and Salzburg One Day Trip
Top hotels in Hernals
Hotel Senator
The room is clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
I enjoyed my stay here. Very conveniently situated near the train station. The bedroom was a great size and the bedding was comfortable
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
Staff excellent; upgraded room was very pleasant!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Moxy Vienna Airport
Good hotel conveniently located close to airport terminal.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Novotel Wien Hauptbahnhof
It was okayed
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
MOOONS
Lovely stay and breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hernals
Josefstadt
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Josefstadt. Top attractions like Theater in der Josefstadt and Piaristenkirche are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Florianigasse Tram Stop or Laudongasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Alservorstadt
If you're spending time in Alservorstadt, check out sights like Pathologisch-anatomische Sammlung im Narrenturm or Strudlhofstiege and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lazarettgasse Tram Stop or Lange Gasse Tram Stop.
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Mariahilfer Street or Central Library, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Wiener Stadthalle are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Vienna City Hall Area
Consider a visit to Vienna Christmas Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Vienna City Hall Area. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rathausplatz/Burgtheater Tram Stop.
