Innere Stadt Travel Guide
Vienna
Visit Innere Stadt
Popular places to visit
Vienna Christmas Market
When you visit Vienna Christmas Market, a popular shopping spot in Vienna, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
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.
Spanish Riding School
You can take time to visit Spanish Riding School during your travels to Vienna. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School
Vienna: Hallstatt Day Trip with Boat Ride Option
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace & Panoramic Train
From Vienna: Hallstatt, Mountains & Alpine Lakes Day Trip
Imperial Gala Concert at Palais Auersperg
Top hotels in Innere Stadt
Vienna Marriott Hotel
"The service was great, and the location is perfect to explore the city."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Le Méridien Wien
"Great location, walkable to all the sites. Only small issue was our coffee creamers had expired and turned solid."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Ruby Lissi Hotel Vienna by IHG
"Great location"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Hotel Sacher Wien
"Absolutely wonderful experience. Highly recommend if you are looking for an extraordinary stay. Wonderfully located in the heart of the city and across from the Vienna Opera House. The staff was impeccable. We look forward to staying with them again."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hilton Vienna Plaza
"The hotel was excellent- we do recommend offering regular brewed coffee rather than just using the coffee machines. The staff from the front desk, bar, restaurant, band maid service were extremely professional and friendly."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Eurostars Grand Hotel Wien
"Feels like in a palace. Our room is large, high ceiling with beautiful crown molding. The curtains I only seen in palaces. Prime location. Next to the city center, golden concert hall and opera house. We stayed four nights, really enjoyed the piano music at front hall."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Innere Stadt
Leopoldstadt
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Leopoldstadt. If sightseeing is on the list, Giant Ferris Wheel is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Praterstern U-Bahn or Franzensbrücke Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Wieden
Spend some time visiting places like Karlsplatz while getting to know Wieden, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Paulanergasse Station or Taubstummengasse U-Bahn to see more of the area.
Landstraße
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Landstraße. Spend some time visiting top spots like Landstraßer Hauptstraße, and catch the metro at Rochusgasse U-Bahn or Sechskrügelgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Favoriten
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Favoriten. Spend some time visiting top spots like Franz Horr Stadium, and catch the metro at Altes Landgut Station or Alaudagasse Station to see more of the area.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like Central Library and MuseumsQuartier, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
