One Day Vienna Discovery

• 9:00 AM: Schönbrunn Palace
  20 minutes (3.7km) from Stephansplatz by metro line U4, then a 10-minute walk

  Schönbrunn Palace is a beautiful baroque palace complex with a stunning garden, which was designed and used as the summer residence for the Habsburg monarchs. Don't forget to explore the rooms where Mozart displayed his skills at the age of 6..

• 11:30 AM: St. Stephen's Cathedral
  15 minutes (3.3 km) from Schönbrunn Palace by metro line U4 and U3

  Standing at 136 meters tall, St. Stephen's Cathedral is Vienna's most iconic landmark. You can climb the 343 winding steps of the North Tower and be rewarded with spectacular views of Vienna.

• 1:00 PM: Naschmarkt
  10 minutes (1.5 km) from St. Stephen's Cathedral by metro line U3, then a 5-minute walk

  The Naschmarkt is a famous market that has a diverse range of spices, cheese, meats, and freshly prepared cuisine from all around the world. You can find something to nibble on while taking a break from exploring the city.

• 2:30 PM: Hofburg Palace
  15 minutes (2.2 km) from Naschmarkt by metro line U4, then a 10-minute walk

  The former imperial palace and current residence of the President of Austria, the Hofburg Palace provides a glimpse of the grandeur of the Habsburgs. You can see the Imperial Silver Collection, Imperial Apartments, and the Sisi Museum which is dedicated to Empress Elisabeth of Austria.

• 4:00 PM: Vienna State Opera
  5 minutes (500 m) walk from the Hofburg Palace

  One of the world's most famous opera houses, the Vienna State Opera, is also home to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. You can enjoy a live performance or just take a guided tour of the building.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Schönbrunn Palace (2 hours, €16)
• St. Stephen's Cathedral (1 hour, free to enter, €5 to climb the North Tower)
• Naschmarkt (1.5 hours, €15)
• Hofburg Palace (2 hours, €16)
• Vienna State Opera (1 hour, tour €9)
Total Estimated Costs: €61

Transportation

Vienna has a well-connected and efficient public transportation system that includes trams, buses, and underground trains. A day ticket ("Tageskarte") costs €8, and a single ticket is €2.40. If you prefer exploring on foot, you can rent a bike from one of the many "Citybike" rental points placed all over the city. It costs just €2 a day, but the first hour is free.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit Belvedere Palace, Karlskirche, or the Natural History Museum. If you have less time, skip the Naschmarkt or the Vienna State Opera. Always check the opening times of attractions and book tickets to avoid long queues. Wear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella in case of rain!

Airports

The Vienna International Airport (VIE) is the main airport of Vienna, located approximately 18km southeast of the city center. It takes roughly 16 minutes to reach the city center via taxi (€36-40) or 25 minutes via the City Airport Train (CAT, €13) to Wien Mitte.