Day 1: Morning:
- Stephansdom Cathedral:
- Start your journey with Vienna's main attraction - the Gothic cathedral in the heart of the city.
- Climb the southern tower for city views.
- Cafe Demel or Cafe Sacher:
- Have a snack at one of Vienna's famous cafes. Try the "Sacher" cake at Cafe Sacher or enjoy pastries at Demel.
Day:
- Hofburg Imperial Palace:
- Explore the history of the Austro-Hungarian Empire by visiting the Habsburgs' chambers. Don't miss the Sisi Museum and Silver Rooms.
- Volksgarten:
- Walk through this beautiful park, enjoying views of roses and the "Theseus" monument.
- Albertina:
- Visit the Albertina housing unique collections of paintings and graphics from Durer to Picasso.
Evening:
- Vienna State Opera House:
- End the day by visiting one of the world's most famous opera houses. Make sure to secure tickets in advance!
Day 2: Morning:
- Schonbrunn Palace:
- Start the day with a visit to the former summer residence of the Habsburgs. Explore the magnificent rooms and gardens, visit the Schonbrunn Zoo.
Day:
- Kunsthistorisches Museum:
- Explore one of the most famous collections of painting and sculpture, including works by Bruegel and Rembrandt.
- Naschmarkt:
- Have lunch at the popular Vienna market. Try local and international dishes, walk among stalls with exotic produce.
Evening:
- Prater and Riesenrad:
- End the evening in Prater, the amusement park. Ride the famous Ferris wheel to enjoy the sunset.
- Grinzing:
- If you have time and desire, head to the wine village of Grinzing and enjoy a traditional Austrian dinner with local wines.
Tips:
- Vienna is known for its public transportation, so don't hesitate to use the metro or trams.
- Many museums offer discounts on certain days of the week.
- Book museum and show tickets in advance to avoid queues.
