The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Vienna, Vienna Region

July 15, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

In Vienna, the coffee house isn’t just a hangout: it’s an institution. Lingering over a newspaper with a pastry and a strong espresso drink is, according to UNESCO, officially a Viennese cultural pastime. Walk off your slice of Sachertorte with a self-guided tour of the city’s stunning traditional, Secessionist, and modern architecture, such as the Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, the Kirche am Steinhof, or the Kunsthistorisches Museum, an exercise in ornate geometry.
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1. Stadtpark

Parkring 1, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 40008042 http://www.wien.gv.at/english/environment/parks/stadtpark.html
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4.5 based on 1,458 reviews

Stadtpark

This bucolic city park, the highlight of which is a gilded statue of musician Johann Strauss in its center, was established in 1862.

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The Stadtpark is a large public park that’s divided into two sections by the River Vienna. The river has been engineered into what looks a little like a canal with elegant bridges over the river. Scattered throughout the park are statues of famous Viennese artists, writers, and composers, including Hans Canon, Emil Jakob Schindler, Johann Strauss Jr, Franz Schubert, and Anton Bruckner. The most famous of which is probably the golden statue of Johann Strauss Jr. There’s also a small lake where there’s a colony of ducks. The park is a lovely green area and a great place for a stroll.

2. Lainzer Tiergarten

Hermesstrasse, Vienna 1130 Austria 4368110321264 http://www.lainzer-tiergarten.at/
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Lainzer Tiergarten

Reviewed By 167andreeai - Bucharest, Romania

Easy hiking Relaxing day in the nature Playgrounds Restaurant Panorama and great views Fresh air Animals

3. Hohe Wand Wiese

Mauerbachstrasse 174, Vienna 1140 Austria 979 1057 http://www.naturpark-hohewand.at/system/web/default.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Hohe Wand Wiese

4. Vienna Woods

Vienna Austria +43 2231 62176 http://www.wienerwald.info
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4.5 based on 349 reviews

Vienna Woods

Unspoiled forest land that lies to the west and south of the city of Vienna.

Reviewed By CarolDM1900 - Montpelier, United States

I've previously written about spring here ("Springtime, Vienna Woods: 3 Great Routes to Walk or Run," 5/25/15), but autumn is wonderful too, given the vineyard "open houses" about two weekends a month August through October. You can meander along rolling hills in seasonal colors and stop for wine and traditional Viennese country dishes at rustic wine taverns (here called "heurigen," or "hueriger" if just one). The open houses represent the vintners' celebration of a successful harvest and offer visitors wine tasting directly from the growers. What a concept! Vienna is unique among European capitals in having a significant wine-producing region within the city limits, albeit away from the urban core, in the wooded hills, notably those below Kahlenberg. You can take a tram (#38) to Grinzing from the Schottentor station in central Vienna, and from there get a bus (#38A) up to Kahlenberg. That will give you a downhill walk on wooded pathways dotted with vineyards and their heurigen. If you'd prefer an uphill walk (not all that hard, and the first part is paved), you can take the D Tram from Schottenor station to Nussdorfplatz. The scenic Eichelhofweg will get you up to the vineyards, as you walk uphill through toward Kahlenberg. There are beautiful sights along the way, and many different choices of wine taverns, some large with extensive vineyards and others small, family-run operations. All are very welcoming. To get back to the city center, just reverse the route described above, continuing to walk up to Kahlenberg (easy to identify by its big buildings) or enjoy the walk back down to Nussdorfplatz to catch the D tram. Most of the grapes grown here are white varietals. There will be familiar wines like sauvignon blanc, riesling, and weissburgunder. But you can also sample the delightful grüner veltliner and gemischter satz, among others. The same is true of reds. In addition to the well-known wines like pinot noir, merlot, and syrah, you can taste local favorites like Zweigelt and St. Laurent. Our favorite heuriger is Wailand, which is just about in the center of the vineyards. We have been there many, many times. On this fall day, we walked up and back from Nussdorfplatz with friends and enjoyed a great afternoon with a couple of bottles of Wailand's very good zweigelt barrique and a two tasty food platters to share. The "open house" menu is always pretty large (with many kinds of sausage and other Viennese favorites) and the views are spectacular over the vineyard toward the city center (to right, you can see St. Stephan's spire) and the Danube (to left, you can see the tall buildings of "new Vienna" across the river. IMHO walking through the vineyards of the Vienna Woods on a fall "Open House" weekend is just one of the most pleasant and enjoyable things you can do while visiting this great city. Highly Recommended.

5. Botanischer Garten (Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna)

Rennweg 14 Mechelgasse 2, Vienna 1030 Austria +43 1 427754190 http://www.botanik.univie.ac.at/hbv/
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4.5 based on 156 reviews

Botanischer Garten (Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna)

6. Donaupark

Arbeiterstrandbadstrasse 122, Vienna 1220 Austria [email protected]
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Donaupark

Reviewed By pamphlet19 - Bucharest, Romania

Might seem a bit scary at night as there are parts that aren't illuminated (something that caught me off-guard when departing the Donauturm), but even then, above all else, it's cozy.

7. Volksgarten

Burgring 1, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 5330 518 https://www.bundesgaerten.at/hofburggaerten/Volksgarten.html
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4.5 based on 1,309 reviews

Volksgarten

Reviewed By DJKTraveler - Vienna, Austria

Again, a visit to this amazing formal garden. Fountains, flowers and trees. Roses, well cared for, in their second iteration of blooms in July and everything so neat and well groomed. A garden this beautiful city can always be proud of, so well maintained by staff and some local volunteers. Always welcoming!!!

8. Schonbrunner Gardens

Maxingstrasse 13b, Vienna 1130 Austria +43 1 811130 [email protected] https://www.schoenbrunn.at/
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4.5 based on 10,251 reviews

Schonbrunner Gardens

Reviewed By zimmys57 - Delavan, United States

We were blessed with a warm sunny afternoon to enjoy this beautiful Vienna landmark. We took in all the stunning gardens, fountains large and small, and then the leisurely stroll up the hill to the Gloriette, The effort to reach the top of the hill was rewarded with breathtaking views of the Schonbrunn Palace and city beyond. What an enjoyable afternoon!

9. Cemetery of St. Marx (Friedhof St. Marx)

Third district Leberstrasse 6-8, Vienna 1030 Austria 43 1 4000 42042 [email protected] http://www.wien.gv.at/umwelt/parks/anlagen/friedhof-st-marx.html
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4.5 based on 105 reviews

Cemetery of St. Marx (Friedhof St. Marx)

Reviewed By Wibs39254 - Canada, United States

We travelled on the Subway and then a short tram ride. You will see the cemetary on your right, however wait until the stop where you see the entrance. We were guided by a helpful lady who was headed to the cemetary too. She took it upon herself to ensure we got off st the correct stop. All people in Vienna were extremely attentive and kind. Never once did people not stop to help when one looked perplexef. We spent a couple hours exploring. A map is available at the entrance n/c. There is audio availabke for a small cost. Beautifully maintained. This is wheelchair accessible. A very worthwhile side trip.

10. Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna

Use Underground U4 to Hietzing, from there it is about 10 minutes to walk., Vienna 1130 Austria +43 1 87792940 [email protected] http://www.zoovienna.at/
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4.5 based on 9,902 reviews

Tiergarten Schoenbrunn - Zoo Vienna

Zoo Vienna, the oldest existing zoo in the world founded in 1752. Schonbrunn Zoo was voted Europe's best in 2008, 2010 and 2012. Schonbrunn Zoo is the perfect place for a journey into the fascinating world of the animal kingdom. Open year round, it combines the highlights of the natural world with an unparalleled history as the world's oldest and Europe's best zoo. It is part of Schonbrunn as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage listed site and home to more than 700 species of animals. Marvel at the Giant pandas, tigers, orangutans, koalas and elephants, immerse yourself in the magic of the Amazon and feel the heat of a tropical rainforest in the heart of Europe. Moderated feeding sessions, guided tours and a trip aboard the panorama train turn a trip to the zoo into an unforgettable experience.

Reviewed By SprtsLibertatis - Vancouver, Canada

They call it the Europe's oldest zoo. I call it the best zoo that I've ever been to. The cleanliness of the zoo and the wellbeing of animals hosted here impressed me. I wish every other zoo in the world could be kept at the same level. My recommendation for the first time visitors is obtaining a map at the entrance, taking note of the feeding times of the animals and planning their tour accordingly because witnessing the feeding of animals doubles the zoo experience.

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