The 10 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Vienna Region, Vienna Region

March 13, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in Vienna Region, Austria including Alserkirche, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Votivkirche, Peterskirche, Church of the Jesuits, Imperial Crypt, Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Griechenkirche zur heiligen Dreifaltigkeit, St. Anna's Church, Schottenkirche.
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1. Alserkirche

Alser Strasse 17, Vienna 1080 Austria +43 1 4057225 [email protected] http://www.pfarre-alservorstadt.at/
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

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2. St. Stephen's Cathedral

Stephansplatz 3, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 515523054 [email protected] http://www.stephanskirche.at
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4.5 based on 23,708 reviews

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Austria's most prominent national symbol, this magnificent cathedral is known for its intricately tiled roof and its nearly 500-foot-tall South Tower, which provides amazing views of the entire city.

Reviewed By Gangers_and_ash

The cathedral is beautiful - very grand and ornate with beautiful mouldings and gothic architecture. The detail in the carvings was extraordinary and the paintings were very beautiful. There are certain parts of the cathedral which are blocked off (the entire mid and front section) which does make the back part quite cramped with lots of people taking photographs. Be patient and you will get your turn! I’d recommend the catacombs tour (6 Euros each) - it was very interesting and the tour guide was extremely knowledgable, offering the tour in both German and English.

3. Votivkirche

Rooseveltplatz, Vienna 1090 Austria +43 1 4061192 http://www.votivkirche.at
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4.5 based on 928 reviews

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4. Peterskirche

Peterplatz, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 5336433 [email protected] http://www.peterskirche.at/st-peter/
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4.5 based on 4,089 reviews

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Reviewed By TwoWiseTravellers - Deeping St James, United Kingdom

This beautiful little church is just a few minutes walk from St Stephens Cathedral and well worth a visit. A note to anyone visiting, please respect that this is a place of worship. When we visited, there was a mass in progress and we were appalled that people (other tourists) were just walking in and talking loudly and taking photos and videos whilst the mass was in progress, even though there were plenty of signs asking you not to do this. The mass is not that long and if you are generally interested in the history and beauty of this church, it is worth waiting until the mass is finished, then you are able to explore and take photos to your hearts content.

5. Church of the Jesuits

Dr.-Ignaz-Seipel-Platz 1, Vienna 1010 Austria http://www.jesuitenwien1.at
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4.5 based on 745 reviews

Church of the Jesuits

Reviewed By catherinel508 - Paris, France

An incredible church which wa painted par Jesuit ¨father Pozzo with a big "trompe l'oeil" : you believe to see a dome when you juste see a painting.

6. Imperial Crypt

Tegetthoffstrasse 2, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 512685388 [email protected] http://www.kaisergruft.at/
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4.5 based on 1,385 reviews

Imperial Crypt

Reviewed By 793wendyd - Hockley, United Kingdom

My husband taught and studied the history of this period so it was a fascinating visit for him. For me, too, from an artistic and philosophical point of view. The crypt isn’t creepy or scary, though it’s calm and it made us feel reflective. The memorials, a ‘story’ of the Hapsburg family, starts with many small coffins, a sombre reminder of the high childhood mortality rate of previous generations. The crypt (also known as the Capuchin Crypt) is very well signed and arranged in roughly chronological order. The wonderfully extravagant tomb of Maria Theresa, mother of Emperor Josef and Queen Marie Antoinette of France is impressive. It contrasts with that of her son, a man of the enlightenment, aware of the people’s needs, a simple sarcophagus. Empress Sisi’s coffin is bedecked with flowers and notes and the tour finished recent coffins, with an empty plinth, ready for the next Hapsburg family member. A reminder that these lives are still going on, the family has lost its C18 power and position but is still a force in Austrian life. Such an interesting place to visit.

7. Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Nicholas

Jauresgasse 2, Vienna 1030 Austria +43 1 7138250 [email protected] http://www.nikolsobor.org
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4.5 based on 109 reviews

Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Nicholas

Reviewed By fachufaheem

It is considered as one the most sumptuous and grandiose of the churches of St. Petersburg. Completed in 1858, it is one of the most important neoclassical monuments of Russian architecture of the nineteenth century. It is located in the centre of the city, in the square of the same name, near Nevsky Avenue and the Hermitage Museum. It has one of the largest domes in the world and is the second highest Orthodox church in the world, 101.5 meters high, behind the Cathedral of Christ the Savior of Moscow that reaches 103 meters.

8. Griechenkirche zur heiligen Dreifaltigkeit

Fleischmarkt 13, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 5333889 [email protected] http://www.metropolisvonaustria.at/index.php/de/
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4.5 based on 143 reviews

Griechenkirche zur heiligen Dreifaltigkeit

Reviewed By Janey71 - Warrington, United Kingdom

Came to see this church as the review mentioned the exterior. Should have mentioned the interior more, it’s spectacular. It’s very dark inside but absolutely stunning. Didn’t feel I could take photos but it’s worth calling in if you’re nearby.

9. St. Anna's Church

Annagasse 3b, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 5124797 http://www.annakirche.at/
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4.5 based on 257 reviews

St. Anna's Church

Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States

My wife and I attended the classical concert here. Let me say that it was incredible, better than the one we attended in Salzburg. However, it was made more special by the ambiance of this incredibly quaint church. This modest and cozy parish church is perfect for concerts with great accustics and intimate seating capacity. We sat in the back row, yet felt we were at the front. However, the magic was the art and Baroque design of the church that provided visual beauty as you listened. My only complaint was the pews; however, that is why I liked the back so I could stand up. It is a beautiful church that was made for music.

10. Schottenkirche

6 Freyung Square, Vienna Austria +43 1 53498 [email protected] http://www.schotten.wien
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

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