Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace was the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, located in Hietzing, the 13th district of Vienna. The name Schönbrunn has its roots in an artesian well from which water was consumed by the court.
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Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€132per day · budget€222per day · standard3 daysrecommendedAug · Sepbest months
Things to do in Vienna
- Schönbrunn Palace
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Hofburg
- Belvedere
- Graben
- Central Bathhouse Vienna
Hofburg
The Hofburg is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty in Austria. Located in the center of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century by Ottokar II of Bohemia and expanded several times afterwards.
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Belvedere
The Belvedere is a historic building complex and art museum in Vienna, Austria. The complex consists of two Baroque palaces, the Upper and Lower Belvedere, together with the Orangery, the Palace Stables, and a formal Baroque garden.
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Graben
The Graben is one of the most famous squares in Vienna's first district, the city center. It begins at Stock-im-Eisen-Platz next to the Palais Equitable, and ends at the junction of Kohlmarkt and Tuchlauben.
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Central Bathhouse Vienna
Central Bathhouse Vienna is a bathing establishment in Vienna, Austria.
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Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €46 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €72 |
| Private room with bathroom | €96 |
| Standard hotel | €150 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €29 | €60 |
| Local transport | €7 | €12 |
| Total per day | €132 | €222 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €29 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €54 |
💶 3 days in Vienna: ≈ €479 on a budget or ≈ €749 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Vienna
The most pleasant months are August, September. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan4°-2°💧10
Feb8°0°💧8
Mar11°2°💧7
Apr16°6°💧9
May20°10°💧13
Jun26°16°💧11
Jul27°17°💧11
Aug27°17°💧9
Sep22°13°💧10
Oct16°8°💧10
Nov9°3°💧9
Dec5°0°💧10
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Vienna cost?
On a budget, about €132 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €222. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €479 to €749, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are August, September.
How many days do you need in Vienna?
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Vienna?
The must-sees: Schönbrunn Palace; St. Stephen's Cathedral; Hofburg; Belvedere; Graben; Central Bathhouse Vienna.
Where to stay in Vienna?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €96 per night and a hostel bed €46.
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