Best Things to Do in Vienna for Families with Young Kids
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From the classic Schönbrunn Zoo and Haus des Meeres (House of the Sea), to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.7 · 61,958 reviews
Spend a day at Schönbrunn Zoo, one of Europe's oldest, set beside the imperial palace in Hietzing. Meet giant pandas, Siberian tigers and elephants as you stroll between historic pavilions and spacious modern habitats.
★ 4.6 · 34,787 reviews
Dive into Haus des Meeres, the aquarium and tropical house inside a Mariahilf flak tower. Climb through the levels past sharks, crocodiles and snakes, finishing in the humid tropical house among free-roaming animals.
★ 4.6 · 1,870 reviews
Bring the family to ZOOM Kindermuseum in Neubau, a playful space made for small hands and big imaginations. Kids can explore changing exhibitions, craft in workshops and try the animation studio while parents relax nearby.
★ 4.6 · 142,410 reviews
Wander through the Prater, Vienna's classic amusement park in Leopoldstadt. Ride the 1897 giant wheel, try the funfair attractions and stay on as the park lights up in the evening.
★ 4.3 · 1,543 reviews
Cool down in hillside pools with a slide and city views. A practical family day out in summer, easy to reach and easy to enjoy.
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★ 4.6 · 589 reviews
Swim, sunbathe and picnic on a green island in Vienna's Old Danube. A magical summer day out for families and couples.
★ 4.7 · 17,370 reviews
Spend a day at the Vienna Museum of Science & Technology in Penzing, where curiosity gets plenty of room. Wander halls of locomotives, machines and communications history, and join the live demonstrations and interactive displays.
★ 4.7 · 2,610 reviews
Climb through the treetops on rope bridges and zip-slides above the Vienna Woods. A fun outing for families, easy to combine with a walk up the Kahlenberg.
★ 4.8 · 44,061 reviews
Step inside the Natural History Museum Vienna, a palace of science on Maria-Theresien-Platz. Climb the marble staircase, then work through halls of dinosaur skeletons, minerals and meteorites at your own pace.
★ 4.5 · 194 reviews
Swim in a hillside pool with views over all of Vienna. A summer escape for couples and families who like space and shade.
★ 4.8 · 7,188 reviews
Explore Türkenschanzpark, a roomy green space in Währing that locals use year-round. Walk past the ponds and monuments, climb the observation tower, and see how families and joggers share the paths.
★ 4.2 · 8,905 reviews
Step into the Schmetterlinghaus, a historic Art Nouveau palm house in the heart of Vienna. Wander through a warm tropical setting while hundreds of colourful butterflies glide around you and settle on the plants.
★ 4.5 · 50,168 reviews
Ride the Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel, a slow-turning landmark of the Prater. Settle into a wooden cabin and watch the city spread out below at an unhurried pace.
★ 4.8 · 821 reviews
Visit a working Fiaker stable and meet the horses before a carriage ride to the Ringstrasse. See how Vienna's carriage drivers start their day.
★ 4.1 · 1,557 reviews
Test your senses at the Museum of Illusions in Esterházy Palace. Shrink and grow in the Ames room, spin through the vortex tunnel and stage playful photos under historic vaulted ceilings.
★ 4.6 · 11,606 reviews
Play with the science and history of music in a hands-on museum, even conducting a virtual orchestra. A memorable stop for families in Vienna.
★ 4.7 · 6,795 reviews
Unwind at Kurpark Oberlaa, a leafy park in Favoriten built around quiet lakes. Stroll past the rose and Japanese gardens, find a bench by the water, and enjoy a calm corner of the city.
★ 4.6 · 1,227 reviews
Step inside Madame Tussauds in Vienna's Prater and meet wax figures from music, film, sport and Austrian history. Strike a pose on interactive sets and explore the Sisi Uncovered section, all under one roof.
★ 4.4 · 435 reviews
Look up at the Vienna Planetarium in Leopoldstadt, where the night sky comes indoors. Settle into your seat for a guided show that explains the stars and how to find them.
★ 4.5 · 1,953 reviews
Roll up your sleeves at the Chocolate Museum workshop in Vienna's Margareten district. You will temper and decorate three bars to take home, then whisk an Aztec-inspired hot chocolate with traditional tools.
★ 4.7 · 2,463 reviews
Discover Pötzleinsdorfer Schlosspark, a quiet hillside estate park in Währing. Wander wooded paths and past ponds and statues, then visit the small farm tucked among the trees.
★ 4.6 · 10,771 reviews
Wander through Augarten, Vienna's baroque garden retreat in Leopoldstadt. Stroll the shaded avenues past the palace facade, take a look at the looming flak towers, and rest on a bench among the flower beds.
★ 4.8 · 1,087 reviews
Learn to lead climb in a large, welcoming hall recommended by Vienna locals. A fun, active stop for families and climbers.
Ride a giant Ferris wheel, picnic in the Prater and browse a lively market. A green, family-friendly district full of local life.
★ 4.8 · 61,138 reviews
Step into the grounds of Schönbrunn Palace Park, the sprawling former imperial summer garden in Hietzing. Stroll the formal avenues and fountains, then take in the glass Palmenhaus before choosing how far to wander.
★ 4.7 · 11,251 reviews
Cross the Danube to Donaupark, a sprawling green space dominated by the Donauturm. Wander its rose and herb gardens, circle the lake, and follow the paths that wind between lawns and ponds.
★ 4.3 · 1,541 reviews
Tour Schönbrunn's huge park on a small sightseeing train. Hop off at the Gloriette, the gardens or the zoo as you like.
★ 4.9 · 2,546 reviews
Fly in a vertical wind tunnel with expert instructors by your side. A thrilling, unforgettable experience for couples, families and thrill seekers in Vienna.
★ 4.7 · 7,814 reviews
Go behind the scenes at the famous Spanish Riding School. See the Baroque arena and the stables where the Lipizzaner horses live.
★ 4.7 · 1,805 reviews
Spend an afternoon on Donauinsel, the long green strip running along the Danube. Walk, jog or cycle its shaded paths, then cool off with a swim or settle in at a riverside bar.
Vienna · 🎭 Entertainment
Schönbrunn Zoo
4h
Haus des Meeres (House of the Sea)
2h30
Vienna · 🎨 Museum
ZOOM Kindermuseum
1h30
Prater
3h
Vienna · ⚽ Sport
Schafbergbad
Gänsehäufel
Vienna Museum of Science & Technology
2h
Waldseilpark Kahlenberg
Natural History Museum Vienna
Krapfenwaldlbad
Vienna · 🌳 Nature
Türkenschanzpark
45 min
Schmetterlinghaus
1h
Vienna · 🏛️ Landmark
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
30 min
Vienna · 🧭 Tours
Secrets of the Fiaker & Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
Museum of Illusions Vienna Admission Ticket
House of Music
1h15
Kurpark Oberlaa
Madame Tussauds Admission Ticket
Vienna Planetarium
Vienna · 🍽️ Food
Chocolate Workshop in Chocolate Museum with Tasting
Pötzleinsdorfer Schlosspark
Augarten
Kletterhalle Wien
Vienna · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Leopoldstadt
Schönbrunn Palace Park
Donaupark
Panorama Train Tickets to explore Schönbrunn Palace
WINDOBONA Indoor Skydiving Vienna
Vienna Spanish Riding School Guided Tour
Donauinsel