Oberlaa Travel Guide
Vienna
Popular places to visit
Central Cemetery
Pay homage to Beethoven and Brahms and see the graves of many more of the world’s great composers at one of Europe’s finest cemeteries.
Schönbrunn Palace
Visit the world’s oldest zoo, find your way through an 18th-century maze or take a tour around the opulent summer castle of Austria’s former ruling family.
Vienna State Opera
See a performance, visit the nearby opera museum or simply admire the architecture in one of the world’s most revered opera houses.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Inspiring designs, religious artworks, intriguing legends and great views are featured in the city’s prominent Gothic building, the seat of Vienna’s archbishop.
Stephansplatz
Vienna’s geographic heart buzzes with street performers, horse-drawn carriages and a procession of shoppers, sightseers and seekers of perfect coffee.
Things to do
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna
Imperial Gala Concert at Palais Auersperg
Skip-the-Line Entry Schönbrunn Palace & City Tour
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School
Vienna Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Walking Tour
Top hotels in Oberlaa
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
Lovely hotel, friendly staff who were very welcoming. Room was clean and had all we needed and more. Really pleased with its location for us to visit our family, close to the main train line and the trams and buses. Will look to stay again when we come back to Vienna.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
A good airport hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Good
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
MOOONS
Fabulous hotel just across from the station. Lovely staff and very modern with good breakfast. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
ARCOTEL Wimberger Vienna
Great rooms, has an amazing restaurant downstairs as well! Staff is quick to respond and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Le Méridien Wien
Very good experience.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oberlaa
Favoriten
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Favoriten. Spend some time visiting top spots like Franz Horr Stadium, and catch the metro at Altes Landgut Station or Alaudagasse Station to see more of the area.
Margareten
Spend some time visiting places like Kaffeemuseum Wien while getting to know Margareten, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Arbeitergasse, Gürtel Tram Stop or Laurenzgasse Station to see more of the area.
Wieden
Spend some time visiting places like Karlsplatz while getting to know Wieden, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Paulanergasse Station or Taubstummengasse U-Bahn to see more of the area.
Landstraße
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Landstraße. Spend some time visiting top spots like University of Music and Performing Arts, and catch the metro at Rochusgasse U-Bahn or Sechskrügelgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Meidling
The historical sites and shopping are a few things visitors like about Meidling. Check out Euro Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hetzendorf S-Bahn or Altmannsdorfer Straße Tram Stop to get around town.
Mariahilf
Travellers love Mariahilf for its popular shops, and you can see more of Vienna by jumping on the metro at Neubaugasse U-Bahn or Mariahilfer Gürtel Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Haus des Meeres and Naschmarkt.
