Family Fun in Vienna: A 2-Day Adventure

Day 1: Exploring Historic Vienna

Vienna, Austria

8:30 AM

Breakfast at Café Central

Start your day with a traditional Viennese breakfast at Café Central, famous for its stunning interior and delicious pastries.
Located centrally in the Innere Stadt, it's easily accessible by tram.
EUR 12, 1 hour

9:30 AM

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, where the family will be in awe of the magnificent Gothic architecture and can even climb the tower for fantastic views.
A short 10-minute walk from Café Central.
EUR 5 (tower climb), 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Palace Tour at Schönbrunn Palace

Take the U-Bahn to Schönbrunn Palace to experience a guided family-friendly tour of this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Take the U2 to Karlsplatz, then switch to U4 to Schönbrunn.
EUR 14 per adult, EUR 7 per child, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Gasthaus Pöschl

Enjoy a hearty lunch at Gasthaus Pöschl, known for its traditional Austrian dishes, including schnitzels and goulash.
Take U4 back to Stadtpark, the restaurant is a short walk.
EUR 20, 1.5 hours

2:30 PM

Visit the Vienna Zoo

Spend your afternoon at the Vienna Zoo located in Schönbrunn, one of the oldest and most renowned zoos in the world.
It’s within walking distance from Schönbrunn Palace.
EUR 22 per adult, EUR 11 per child, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Prater Park

Head over to Prater Park, where the family can enjoy its famous Ferris wheel and various amusement park attractions.
Take the U4 back to Karlsplatz and switch to the U2 towards Stadion.
Ferris Wheel - EUR 12 per adult, EUR 6 per child, 2 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Schweizerhaus

Finish the day with a delightful dinner at Schweizerhaus in Prater Park, famed for its delicious beer and a variety of Austrian specialties.
Located within Prater Park.
EUR 25, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Art and Culture Day

Vienna, Austria

8:30 AM

Breakfast at The Leitzinger

Enjoy a family breakfast at The Leitzinger, offering a delightful array of fresh pastries and fair-trade coffee.
Take public transport to the district's favorite brunch spot.
EUR 15, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Kunsthistorisches Museum

Head to the Kunsthistorisches Museum for a taste of art history; the museum has a children's section with interactive activities.
A 15-minute walk from The Leitzinger.
EUR 16 per adult, children free, 2 hours

11:30 AM

Explore the Natural History Museum

Just across the square, the Natural History Museum will fascinate the kids with exhibits about dinosaurs and outer space.
Walk over to the neighboring museum.
EUR 12 per adult, EUR 6 per child, 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Savor lunch at Naschmarkt, where the family can choose from various international foods in a lively market atmosphere.
Take the U4 to Kettenbrückengasse.
EUR 20, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Visit the Vienna House of Music

Experience the interactive exhibits at the House of Music, where kids can engage with sound and music in fun and educational ways.
Catch a tram from Naschmarkt to the museum.
EUR 12 per adult, EUR 6 per child, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Stroll through the Burggarten

Relax with a leisurely stroll through Burggarten, where children can play in the park and everyone can enjoy the beautiful gardens.
A short walk from the House of Music.
Free, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Dinner at Plutzer Bräu

Conclude your Vienna adventure with a casual dinner at Plutzer Bräu, famous for its robust local beers and kid-friendly options.
Walk back to the vicinity near Musikverein.
EUR 20, 1.5 hours
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