3-Day Luxury Itinerary for Vienna

• Day 1: Visit the Schönbrunn Palace which was the summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs since the 16th century. Admire the grandeur of the palace and stroll around its gardens. Later, take a guided tour of the State Opera House and witness its grandeur architecture, and enjoy a delightful Austrian cuisine at the restaurant around the Opera House.
• Day 2: Start with a morning visit to the Hofburg Palace, the winter residence of the monarchs for over 600 years. Explore the Imperial Palace's grand halls and rooms, including the Sisi Museum, the imperial apartments. Head over to the Belvedere Museum to appreciate the best art collection from the medieval period to the present day, showcasing works by Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele among many others. End your day with a musical treat at the Vienna State Opera House.
• Day 3: Begin your day with a luxurious breakfast at the palatial Café Central. Move on to one of Vienna's most elegant landmarks, St. Stephen's Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, and take the elevator to the tower for an incredible view of the city. Spend your afternoon exploring the Kunsthistorisches Museum, housing exquisite masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, and Velazquez. End your day with an authentic Austrian meal and beers at one of the city's oldest restaurants – Griechenbeisl.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Schönbrunn Palace (3-4 hours, €28)
• State Opera House (1-2 hours, €10-€100)
• Hofburg Palace (2-3 hours, €15-€65)
• Belvedere Museum (2-3 hours, €15-€25)
• Vienna State Opera House (3-4 hours, €10-€200)
• Café Central (1-2 hours, €10-€30)
• St. Stephen's Cathedral (1-2 hours, €6-€17)
• Kunsthistorisches Museum (2-3 hours, €8-€16)
• Griechenbeisl (1-2 hours, €20-€50)
Total Estimated Costs: €122-€481

Transportation:

Vienna has an extensive public transportation network(https://www.wien.info/en/travel-info/to-and-around/public-transport), including buses, trams, and metro trains. Tourists can purchase a Vienna PASS, offering free public transportation rides within Vienna, free entry to top attractions, museums and a Vienna guidebook. Taxi services are also available, but they can be expensive.

Useful tips:

If you have more time in Vienna, visit the Sigmund Freud Museum, the Spanish Riding School, and enjoy the famous Sachertorte at the luxurious Hotel Sacher. If you have less time, you can skip the Kunsthistorisches Museum and skip the guided tour of the State Opera House to spend more time exploring other must-sees in Vienna.