Your Honeymoon Destination: Vienna
If you love classical music, history, and architecture, you will fall in love with Vienna!
Vienna is the capital city of Austria, situated alongside the Danube River in northeast Austria.
When you think of a honeymoon in Austria, you immediately think of the charming city of Vienna, as it is considered to be one of the most romantic cities in the world!
When you are on a Vienna honeymoon make sure to walk the streets that Mozart and Beethoven strolled and visit their houses that are now museums showcasing their belongings.
There are so many things to see in Vienna, as Vienna is rich in culture and art, with many events going on, you will be amazed by the Imperial Palace and the Art Nouveau of the modern Austrian art movement, the magnificent Schonbrunn Baroque palace to the Museum of Fine Arts and the modern architecture of the Cartier museums.
Vienna is famous for its most beautiful shopping centers and streets, notably the Graben, the Kärntner Strasse, and the Mariahilfer Strasse. As well as, a selection of the best cafes and restaurants to visit and taste their dishes and drinks.
Here are some of the top places you should visit when you’re on a honeymoon in Vienna:
Hofburg Complex
A collection of museums that showcase items from the Hapsburg era. Every Sunday, you can go listen to the Vienna Boys Choir, as they perform at the Hofburg Complex.
The palace of the ruling family in Vienna from the 13th century until 1918. After the Austrian empire lost the First World War, Austria was declared a republic. After 1945, the palace became the home of the President of the Republic.
The Hofburg was built 700 years ago and many wings and buildings were added to it, including two churches.
The Hofburg is not far from the Piazza Maria Teresa in the center of Vienna, which is located next to the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History Vienna.
Vienna State Opera
The Vienna Opera House is one of the oldest and most important opera houses in the world, it was first opened in 1869 to embrace the world's most spectacular shows, it was destroyed during World War II and reopened in 1955.
Enjoy a fine evening by listening to the best music and watching the most beautiful plays.
The Prater
The Prater is Vienna’s amusement park, with one of the biggest Ferris wheels you will ever see. The Prater is one of the largest city parks in the world. It is a popular tourist destination visited by millions of people each year. It is a great place to relax, enjoy the outdoors, and experience Viennese culture on your honeymoon.
The Prater is home to over 250 attractions and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What is amazing about the giant Ferris wheel at The Prater is that you can book a wagon and have a candlelight dinner for 2 while enjoying the breathtaking view from above.
Ringstrasse
The Ringstrasse, also known as the Ring Road, is a magnificent boulevard that encircles the historic center of Vienna. The Ringstrasse transformed Vienna into a grand European capital, showcasing architectural splendor and reflecting the city's cultural and political prominence.
One of the most notable landmarks along the Ringstrasse is Vienna State Opera - a masterpiece of Neo-Renaissance architecture, considered to be one of the world's premier opera houses and a symbol of Vienna's musical heritage.
Walk through the Ringstrasse on foot, bike, or take a horse carriage known as "Fiacre".
The Sisi Museum
The Sisi Museum, located within the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria, is dedicated to the life and legacy of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, affectionately known as Sisi.
Visitors to the Sisi Museum can admire a collection of over 300 objects that belonged to Sisi, including personal belongings, clothing, beauty products, and travel mementos.
It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in European history, royalty, or the life of this remarkable woman.
Schonbrunn
The Schönbrunn Palace was the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, located in Hietzing, Vienna. The 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in the country.
Since the mid-1950s it has been a major tourist attraction and is the one of the most visited attractions in Vienna.
The Schlosspark
The Schlosspark Schönbrunn is a vast and magnificent park surrounding Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs in Vienna.
The Schlosspark contains a number of architectural masterpieces such as the Palm House and the zoo, which was crowned Europe's best zoo in 2010.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
St. Stephen's Cathedral is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vienna and the seat of the Archbishop of Vienna, Christoph Cardinal Schönborn, OP.
As an important landmark in Vienna, the St. Stephen's Cathedral is featured in media including films, video games, and television shows.
Shopping Areas and Centers
Vienna is also known for its beautiful shopping centers and streets. Our favorites are Graben, Kärntner Strasse, and Mariahilfer Strasse.
Kärntner Strasse is the most famous shopping street in central Vienna. Mariahilfer Strasse is also full of stores, boutiques and all the big international brands have their flagship stores there.
Famous Cafes and Restaurants
Vienna is renowned for its rich café culture when these establishments became hubs for social gatherings, intellectual discussions, and artistic inspiration. Here are some of Vienna's most famous and iconic cafes:
Café Sacher: Café Sacher is a world-famous café and restaurant located in Vienna. It is best known for its signature dessert, the Sachertorte, a chocolate cake with apricot jam filling and chocolate ganache icing.
Café Central: Located in the heart of Vienna, Café Central was a favorite haunt of literary giants like Sigmund Freud, Arthur Schnitzler, and Peter Altenberg. Its elegant interior, adorned with marble columns, plush velvet seating, and mahogany tables, evokes an atmosphere of timeless sophistication.
Café Mozart: Situated near the Vienna State Opera, Café Mozart has been a cherished establishment since 1892. Its elegant interior, adorned with portraits of Mozart and other musical greats, provides a fitting tribute to Vienna's rich musical heritage.
Café Ritter: Located on Herrengasse, a prestigious shopping street, Café Ritter has been a popular spot for Viennese high society since 1918. Its refined atmosphere, with its marble floors, plush seating, and attentive service, offers a taste of Viennese elegance.
Don’t forget to try out the chicken or beef Schnitzel, along with the famous potato salad.
The Spanish Riding School in Vienna
The Spanish Riding School dates back to the time of Emperor Maximilian II, the man responsible for introducing the famous Lipizzaner horses into Austria in 1562.
In an exciting tour of the Spanish Riding School, they will take you through the unique baroque winter riding school, the summer riding arena with one of the world's largest oval horse walkers, and, of course, the stables of the Lipizzaner stallions, which are housed in the Stallburg, Vienna's most important Renaissance building.
City Cruises
Nothing is more romantic than going on a mini cruise on your honeymoon, so we advise you to book a cruise on the Danube Canal and on the great Danube, and discover the city from a different perspective.
Experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wachau up close on our ships. Terraced vineyards, castles, and ruins as well as dreamy places like Dürnsteinor Spitzfascinate between Kremsand Melk.
