Hietzing Travel Guide
Vienna
![Schönbrunn Palace (German: Schloss Schönbrunn [ʃøːnˈbʁʊn]) is a former imperial summer residence located in Vienna, Austria. The 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in the country. Since the mid-1950s it has been a major tourist attraction. The history of the palace and its vast gardens spans over 300 years, reflecting the changing tastes, interests, and aspirations of successive Habsburg monarchs #LKsAwayDaysAustria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3704/9b3c2682-4378-407e-af87-c7e03e721cc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Schönbrunn Palace (German: Schloss Schönbrunn [ʃøːnˈbʁʊn]) is a former imperial summer residence located in Vienna, Austria. The 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in the country. Since the mid-1950s it has been a major tourist attraction. The history of the palace and its vast gardens spans over 300 years, reflecting the changing tastes, interests, and aspirations of successive Habsburg monarchs #LKsAwayDaysAustria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3704/d0a6ea34-ad1b-4809-8db5-a1c257951dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Popular places to visit
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.
Schönbrunn Zoo
Hop between continents at one of the world’s oldest zoos and visit creatures from the African savannah to the mountains of Siberia alongside 18th-century buildings.
Schönbrunn Palace Park
Explore the great outdoors at Schönbrunn Palace Park, a lovely green space in Vienna. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Gloriette
A grand 18th-century observation terrace is a breathtaking landmark as well as a viewpoint over the city. Grab a coffee at the café and look out over Vienna.
Lainzer Tiergarten
Explore the great outdoors at Lainzer Tiergarten, a lovely green space in Vienna. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Tiergarten
You can learn about the history of Vienna with a stop at Tiergarten. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Vienna: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket to the Danube Tower
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing
Evening in Schönbrunn: Dinner & Classical Concert
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Guided Tour
Schönbrunn Palace and Garden Tour
Top hotels in Hietzing
Austria Trend Parkhotel Schönbrunn
Close to restaurants, Schonbrunn Palace, trains, etc. Quieter area and close to walk gardens of the palace, zoo, etc. loved our stay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
The room was clean, spacious, warm (we stayed in January) and well equipped. We were able to check in earlier than we thought which was a bonus. Breakfast was tasty with plenty of choice and staff always helpful and friendly. Hotel situated about a 10 minute walk to the tram station with a direct ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Easy hotel in great location! Beautiful room abd helpful staff. It was very nice that we could leave our bags after check-out!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
Clean, convenient to airport,
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
MOOONS
The staff were not very welcoming and accommodating
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Novotel Wien Hauptbahnhof
Ideally situated for train station and central Vienna. Good room layout, nice hotel.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hietzing
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.
Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus
Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus. Top attractions like Mariahilfer Street and Wiener Stadthalle are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mariahilfer Straße, Geibelgasse Tram Stop or Staglgasse Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Schottenfeld
While you're in Schottenfeld, take in top sights like Lugner City or Mariahilfer Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kaiserstraße/Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Kaiserstraße, Burggasse Tram Stop.
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.
Neubau
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Neubau. You can visit top attractions like MuseumsQuartier and Leopold Museum, and jump on the metro at Zieglergasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop or Neubaugasse-Westbahnstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
