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Instagrammable Vienna

These are the top 10 most photographed sights in Vienna on Instagram. There are also plenty of insider tips for Vienna.

Want to send vacation greetings with a photo? Or post it online right away? The following spots in Vienna are the most popular on Instagram. And rightly so, as they are some of the most beautiful places in the city. But remember: social media has not yet covered every spot in Vienna. There are some locations and perspectives that are just as worthy of being photographed.

1: Vienna State Opera 

The terrace next to the entrance of the Albertina offers a unique view of the Vienna State Opera. Sunsets in particular regularly end up on social media – or in films such as Before Sunrise.

2: Schönbrunn Palace

The golden Schönbrunn Palace is one of the most visited attractions in Vienna, having been the residence of Empress Sisi and Emperor Franz Joseph. No wonder people press the shutter button so often here.

3: Belvedere Palace

The pond with its reflective surface could almost have been made for Instagram: on a windless day, the Belvedere Palace appears again on its glass-like surface. The magnificent palace is illuminated particularly beautifully in the evening light. The highlight inside: “The Kiss” by Gustav Klimt.

4: Vienna’s St. Charles’ Church

The green dome, the elaborately decorated columns and a whole lot of atmosphere: the lively square in front of Vienna’s St. Charles’ Church brings it all together in one picture. Perfect for a warm outdoor evening. Events are often held here too.

5: Vienna’s Votive Church 

This spot is especially popular in May, when a certain magnolia tree in full bloom floods every social media feed. The two towers of the Votive Church look really romantic.

6: Vienna Palace of Justice 

The magnificent staircase in the Palace of Justice captivates with marble surfaces, ornate columns and soft light streaming through the glass dome. Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, presides here.

7: Michaelerplatz

The view of the magnificent Michaelerkuppel dome of the Vienna Hofburg is iconic. Kissing underneath it is said to bring good luck! The square in front of it reveals something special: the remains of a Roman encampment have been uncovered.

8: Hundertwasserhaus

Waves instead of angles, colors instead of gray: the Hundertwasserhaus designed by one of Vienna’s most famous architects is Vienna’s most rebellious façade. Trees grow out of windows, no line is straight – that’s what makes it so photogenic.

9: State Hall of the Austrian National Library

Once the court library of the Habsburgs, today it is one of the most magnificent book rooms in Europe. The State Hall of the Austrian National Library holds around 200,000 volumes.

10: Café in the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

Where museum meets coffee house culture. Want a tip from us? Point your camera upwards! And then discover the works of art in the various exhibitions at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.


Insider tips

Not taken enough photos yet? Here are a few locations that are not in the top ten, but definitely deserve to be.

St. Francis of Assisi Church

The St. Francis of Assisi Church stands on the banks of the Danube and resembles a fairytale castle. The view of it from the Reichsbrücke bridge captures its towers and the water in a single frame.

Vienna, St. Francis of Assisi Church, exterior view
© Günter Flegar / Westend61 / picturedesk.com

Maria am Gestade Church

The narrow Maria am Gestade Church is nestled between old town houses and cobblestones. Its appearance in the movie “Before Sunrise” turned the stairs in front of it into a cinematic photo spot.

Church: Maria am Gestade
© Martin Moxter / Westend61 / picturedesk.com

Strudlhofstiege

The Strudlhofstiege is Vienna’s most elegant set of stairs. Built in 1910, it is one of Vienna’s Art Nouveau highlights with its curved steps, green railings and ornate lanterns.

Strudlhofstiege (Strudlhof staircase) in the ninth district
© WienTourismus/Paul Bauer

Otto Wagner’s Church at Steinhof

In the middle of the Steinhofgründe green oasis stands one of Vienna’s most striking Art Nouveau buildings: Otto Wagner’s Church at Steinhof. It is typical of the style with its golden dome, white façade and green accents – and offers a far-reaching view over Vienna.

Church of St. Leopold
© WienTourismus/Christian Stemper

Gartenpalais Liechtenstein

The baroque Gartenpalais Liechtenstein (Liechtenstein Garden Palace) is unjustly overshadowed by the other palaces. Access is by guided tour only and works from the Liechtenstein Collection are on display inside. However, the scenic park is open to the public free of charge all year round. In winter, the atmospheric Advent market offers plenty of photo opportunities.

Liechtenstein GARDEN PALACE view of north facade with pond
© Palais Liechtenstein GmbH/ Felix Waldschütz

Karmelitermarkt

With its market stalls and renovated Wilhelminian-style houses, the Karmelitermarkt is full of contrasts. Colorful vegetables, cozy cafés, street art, the Jewish community – everything packed close together. Photographers who come here are not looking for something spectacular, but for the fleeting moments of life at the market.

Restaurant room 37 from the outside
© WienTourismus/Paul Bauer

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

Is Vienna an Instagrammable city?

Absolutely! With all its imperial palaces, magnificent buildings, traditional coffee houses, green oases of peace and charming restaurants, Vienna is the perfect city to take a variety of photos with a WOW factor!

What are the top 10 Intagram spots in Vienna?

1: Vienna State Opera
2: Schönbrunn Palace
3: Belvedere Palace
4: Vienna’s St. Charles’ Church
5: Vienna’s Votive Church
6: Staircase in the Palace of Justice
7: Michaelerplatz & Graben
8: Hundertwasserhaus
9: State Hall of the Austrian National Library
10: Café in the Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper)

Opernring 2
1010 Vienna

  • Accessibility

    • Side entrance
      • 2 Steps (Swinging doors 87 cm wide)
    • Car parks Main entrance
      • Parking spaces for people with disabilities
        Operngasse, Opernring intersection
    • Elevator available
      • Door 80 cm wide
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
      • 22 Wheelchair spaces available (4 in the stalls/orchestra, 18 seats in the gallery as needed)
      • Wheelchair accessible restroom available.
    • Special offers for people with disabilities

      Tours in ten languages, prior notification for wheelchair users necessary (Tel. +43 1 514 44–2606). Language display.

    • Comments

      Portable ramps available for steps inside building.
      To reserve wheelchair and companion seats for performances, tel. +43 1 514 44-2653 (Mo-Fri, 9.00 am – 4.00 pm)

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Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn)

Schönbrunner Schlossstraße
1130 Vienna

  • Vienna City Card

    • Benefits of the Vienna City Card: -5%

      Additional information on the offer:

      Classic Pass: 38,00€ instead of 40,00€ (incl. audio guide) /

      Classic Pass Plus: 71,00€ instead of 76,00€ /

      Sisi Pass (Grand Tour / Schönbrunn Palace; Sisi Museum; Vienna Furniture Museum): 46,00€ instead of 51,00€ (incl. audio guide)

      Tickets on www.imperialtickets.com and on site.
      Offer valid from 1.4.-2.11.2025

      Please book here to get your Vienna City Card discount:

  • Opening times

    • 03 November 2023 to 01 April 2024
      • (Last entry: 16:15 h) daily, 08:30 - 17:00
    • 02 April to 03 November 2024
      • (Last entry: 16:45 h) daily, 08:30 - 17:30
    • 04 November 2024 to 31 March 2025
      • (Last entry: 16:15 h) daily, 08:30 - 17:00

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • no steps
    • Car parks Main entrance
      • Parking spaces for people with disabilities
        at main entrance portal (Schönbrunner Schlossstrasse, 3 parking spaces), Meidlinger Tor (2 parking spaces), close to Kavalierstrakt as well as Valerietrakt (2 parking spaces) and Fürstenstöckl (1 parking space)
    • Elevator available
      • Door 90 cm wide
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
      • Wheelchair accessible restroom available.
    • Special offers for people with disabilities

      Free wheelchair rental – contact attendant at main portal (3 wheelchairs) or at Hietzinger Tor and at Meidlinger Tor (1 wheelchair each). Supplemental devices available for the visually impaired. Tours for visitors with with disabilities or special needs on request. Museum Sign Language Guide available in ÖGS and IS for the Imperial or Grand Tour, prior reservation recommended, further information: https://www.schoenbrunn.at/en/visitor-information/barrier-free-access

    • Comments

      Access to all exhibition rooms: no steps. Freight elevator for extra wide wheelchairs: door width: 160 cm, cabin depth: 220 cm, cabin width: 156 cm.

      Ticket Center in the Gardetrakt by the main gate, stepless access, door width: approx. 144 cm, wheelchair-accessible restroom can be reached by wheelchair platform lift – platform 110/140 cm, door width: 90 cm in the corridor area and 94 cm to the outdoors, accessible from outside with a Euro-Key.



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Upper Belvedere (Oberes Belvedere)

Prinz-Eugen-Straße 27
1030 Vienna

  • Comments

  • Vienna City Card

    • Benefits of the Vienna City Card: -9%

      Additional information on the offer:

      - 1,50€ on the current entry ticket price (Upper Belvedere)

      - 2,50€ on the current entry ticket price / 2in1 ticket (Upper and Lower Belvedere)

      Please book here to get your Vienna City Card discount:

  • Opening times

    • daily, 09:00 - 18:00

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • no steps (Swinging doors 102 cm wide)
    • Car parks Main entrance
      • Parking spaces for people with disabilities
        Parking space for visitors with disabilities in front of the entrance at Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 27, Parking: 10 am – 6 pm
    • Elevator available
      • Door 150 cm wide
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
      • Wheelchair accessible restroom available.
    • Special offers for people with disabilities

      Reduced admission for people with disabilities and assistants. "See differently" guided tours (tactile tours) in the Upper Belvedere for blind and visually impaired visitors. Video guides in Austrian Sign Language (OGS) and International Sign are available for deaf visitors.

    • Comments

      2 elevators reachable via a ramp (staff will provide assistance), wheelchairs available at the cloakroom.
      Shop/café: a few steps (staff will provide assistance).

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St. Charles' Church (Karlskirche)

Karlsplatz
1040 Vienna

  • Vienna City Card

    • Benefits of the Vienna City Card: -21%

      Additional information on the offer:

      Visit of the church including Church model, Panoramic terrace, Treasury and Organ

      Regular price 9,50€ /
      Savings: 2€

  • Opening times

    • Mo - Sa, 09:00 - 18:00
    • on holidays - Su, 11:00 - 19:00

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • 14 Steps (Door 300 cm wide)
        Heavy wooden door
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
    • Special offers for people with disabilities

      Visitors with ID for persons with special needs: free entry.

    • Comments

      Barrier-free access possible via a ramp, door opens via sensor

      Interior: 11 steps. Ask staff for assistance.


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Votive Church (Votivkirche)

Straße des 8. Mai
1090 Vienna

  • Opening times

    • Tu, 10:00 - 18:00
    • We, 10:00 - 18:00
    • Th, 10:00 - 18:00
    • Fr, 10:00 - 18:00
    • Sa, 11:00 - 19:00
    • Su, 09:00 - 13:00


    • Museum with Antwerp Altarpiece:
      Tue - Fri 15:00 - 17:00
      Sat 14:00 - 17:00

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • 9 Steps
    • Side entrance
      • no steps (Double swinging doors 80 cm wide)
      • Ramp 1300 cm long , 170 cm wide , 20 cm high
    • Comments

      The museum is accessible via a spiral staircase and is not barrier-free.

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Palace of Justice (Justizpalast)

Schmerlingplatz 11
1010 Vienna
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Michaelerplatz

Michaelerplatz
1010 Vienna
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Hundertwasser House

Kegelgasse 34-38
1030 Vienna
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Austrian National Library (Prunksaal der Österreichischen Nationalbibliothek)

Josefsplatz 1
1010 Vienna

  • Vienna City Card

    • Benefits of the Vienna City Card: -18%

      Additional information on the offer:

      Standard ticket price: 11€ / Reduced ticket price: 9€

  • Opening times

    • Tu - We, 10:00 - 18:00
    • Th, 10:00 - 21:00
    • Fr - Su, 10:00 - 18:00

    • From June to September it is also open on Mondays from 10-18h

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • no steps
    • Elevator available
      • Door 90 cm wide
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
      • Wheelchair accessible restroom available.
    • Special offers for people with disabilities

      Guided tours for visitors with disabilities and special needs on prior arrangement.

    • Comments

      Main entrance on first floor and access to Grand Hall on second floor: entrance Josefsplatz.

Map Points of interest in the area

Café Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

Burgring 5
1010 Vienna

  • Opening times

    • Tu - Su, 10:00 - 17:30

    • Thu: gourmet dinner until 10 p.m.

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St. Francis of Assisi Church Emperor's Jubilee Church

Mexikoplatz 12
1020 Vienna
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Maria am Gestade (Maria am Gestade)

Salvatorgasse 12
1010 Vienna
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Strudlhofstiege

Strudlhofgasse 8
1090 Vienna
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Otto Wagner's Church at Steinhof (Otto Wagner Kirche am Steinhof)

Baumgartner Höhe 1
1140 Vienna

  • Opening times

    • 15 March 2024 to 31 October 2025
    • Tu - Fr, 10:00 - 17:00
    • Sa, 14:00 - 17:00
    • Su, 11:00 - 17:00

    • The Otto Wagner Church is closed from 1 November, 2023 until 15 March, 2024.

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • 12 Steps
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
    • Comments

      Interior: no steps. Access to the church is currently restricted and not possible for wheelchair users and people with walking difficulties!

Map Points of interest in the area

Liechtenstein Garden Palace

Fürstengasse 1
1090 Vienna

  • Opening times

    • For groups by arrangement

  • Accessibility

    • Main entrance
      • (Double swinging doors 143 cm wide)
        Gravel path to main entrance
      • Ramp 360 cm long , 250 cm wide , 21 cm high
    • Elevator available
      • Door 90 cm wide
    • Further information
      • Seeing eye dogs allowed
      • Wheelchair accessible restroom available.
    • Comments

      exhibition rooms: no steps (library: 3 steps; mobile ramp available).
      seeing-eye dogs permitted (advance information requested if possible).

      Parking on the premises is possible after consultation.

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Karmelitermarkt

Krummbaumgasse / Leopoldsgasse / Haidgasse
1020 Vienna
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