Vienna 7 Day Itinerary

July 18, 2024

Day 1: Arrival and Imperial Palace

10:00 am - Arrive at Vienna International Airport
12:00 pm - Check-in to your hotel and take some time to freshen up
1:30 pm - Head to the Hofburg Palace, the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty rulers
3:00 pm - Explore the Imperial Apartments, including the Sisi Museum and the Silver Closet
5:00 pm - Visit the Spanish Riding School to watch a performance by the famous Lipizzaner horses (optional)
7:00 pm - Enjoy dinner at a traditional Viennese restaurant like Griechenbeisl or Plachutta

9:00 am - Start the day with breakfast at a local café
10:30 am - Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts) to see an impressive collection of art and artifacts from around the world
1:30 pm - Take a break for lunch at a nearby restaurant or food cart
3:00 pm - Head to the Naturhistorisches Museum (Natural History Museum) to explore exhibits on dinosaurs, mammoths, and other prehistoric creatures
6:00 pm - Attend an opera performance at the Wiener Staatsoper (Vienna State Opera)
8:30 pm - Enjoy a glass of wine at a rooftop bar overlooking the city

9:30 am - Visit the Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs
12:30 pm - Explore the stunning gardens and fountains surrounding the palace
2:00 pm - Head to the Belvedere Palace complex, which includes two separate palaces (Upper and Lower) and a beautiful baroque garden
5:00 pm - Take a stroll through the nearby Augarten Park, home to the famous Vienna Prunkschloss palace and the city’s oldest zoo
7:30 pm - Enjoy dinner at a traditional Viennese restaurant like Café Central or Restaurant Verratskeller

10:00 am - Visit the Secession Building, a museum showcasing Austrian art from the early 20th century to the present
12:30 pm - Explore the surrounding streets of the Mariahilferstrasse shopping district, known for its high-end boutiques and art galleries
2:30 pm - Head to the MuseumsQuartier (Museum Quarter) complex, which includes several museums, theaters, and restaurants
5:00 pm - Visit the iconic Naschmarkt food market to sample local specialties like Wiener Würstel and Kaiserschmarren
7:30 pm - Enjoy dinner at a trendy restaurant like Restaurant Steirereck or Bistro zu Liebling

9:00 am - Start the day with a coffee at a traditional Viennese café like Café Central or Cafe Landtmann
10:30 am - Visit the Mozarthaus Vienna, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
1:00 pm - Take a break for lunch at a nearby restaurant or food cart
3:00 pm - Head to the Vienna State Library (Österreichische Nationalbibliothek) to explore its stunning architecture and exhibitions
6:00 pm - Attend a concert or recital featuring Mozart’s music at the Wiener Konzerthaus (Vienna Concert Hall)
8:30 pm - Enjoy dinner at a cozy restaurant like Restaurant Mühldorfer or Gasthof zur Oper

9:30 am - Visit the Burggarten, a beautiful park in the heart of Vienna with a stunning fountain show
11:30 am - Head to the nearby Hofburg Palace to explore its grand halls and opulent decorations
1:00 pm - Take a break for lunch at a nearby restaurant or food cart
3:00 pm - Visit the Klimt Museum, dedicated to the life and works of Austrian artist Gustav Klimt
6:00 pm - Enjoy a sunset stroll along the Danube Canal (Donaukanal) with its picturesque views and street performers
8:30 pm - Have dinner at a restaurant like Restaurant Pfeffermayr or Gasthof zur Schwan

9:00 am - Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs or visiting any last-minute attractions
12:00 pm - Check-out of your hotel and head to Vienna International Airport for departure