Hietzing Travel Guide
Vienna
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.
Lainzer Tiergarten
Explore the great outdoors at Lainzer Tiergarten, a lovely green space in Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Tiergarten
You can learn about the history of Vienna with a stop at Tiergarten. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Classical concert Vivaldi 4 seasons in Karlskirche Vienna
Imperial Gala Concert at Palais Auersperg
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School
Vienna: Skip the Line Schönbrunn Palace & Panoramic Train
Evening in Schönbrunn: Dinner & Classical Concert
Top hotels in Hietzing
Austria Trend Parkhotel Schönbrunn
"Beautiful hotel, delicious breakfast, just not enough towels given. Had to continuously request towels."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
"The staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
"Check in was easy despite the late hour, and the room was very nice. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Social Hub Vienna
"Great location, space and staff members. The vibe is excellent and there are plenty of places to relax and work; whatever your aim for the stay. The only minor potential for improvement might be providing more loo roll when doing up the rooms. The rest was exemplary and I had a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Vienna Park
"Stunning hotel. Spacious rooms, very clean, great lobby/bar area. Breakfast exceptional."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
MOOONS
"No sofa, noise from roof top bar, shower door leaks causing flooding outside shower door every time using the shower"
Reviewed on 31 May 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 Museum of Contraception and Abortion 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 Vienna Furniture Museum and Volkstheater, 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.
