Josefstadt Travel Guide
Vienna
Visit Josefstadt
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.
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.
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.
Hofburg Imperial Palace
Browse splendid museums and opulent rooms and visit theaters and equestrian shows in this historic residential estate of the powerful Habsburg dynasty.
Vienna Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Vienna Christmas Market during your trip to Vienna. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Belvedere
See masterpieces by Klimt, Monet, and Van Gogh and enjoy exceptional city views at this former imperial complex with gardens, stables and two Baroque palaces.
Things to do
Vienna PASS: 1, 2, 3, or 6 Days of Sightseeing
Vienna: Classical Music Concert in the World-Famous Musikverein
Imperial Gala Concert at Palais Auersperg
Vienna: Classical Concert in St. Anne's Church (Annakirche)
Evening in Schönbrunn: Dinner & Classical Concert
Performance Of The Lipizzans At Spanish Riding School
Top hotels in Josefstadt
Flemings Selection Hotel Wien-City
Love It
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Josefshof am Rathaus
Shower without door, every time took a shower water ran all over the bathroom floor and made it very slippery.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Rioca Vienna Posto 2
10/10
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Super basic room, but very close to the Hauptbahnhof! Easy to find transport options and places to dine. The water bottle station in the lobby was appreciated.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
Very convenient location
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
MOOONS
Super friendly staff, great rooms. Altogether a wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Josefstadt
Alservorstadt
If you're spending time in Alservorstadt, check out sights like Pathologisch-anatomische Sammlung im Narrenturm or Strudlhofstiege and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lazarettgasse Tram Stop or Lange Gasse Tram Stop.
Vienna City Hall Area
Consider a visit to Vienna Christmas Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Vienna City Hall Area. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rathausplatz/Burgtheater Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Spittelberg
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Spittelberg. A stop by MuseumsQuartier or Leopold Museum might round out your trip.
Alsergrund
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Alsergrund. Spend some time visiting top spots like Volksoper Vienna, and catch the metro at Sensengasse Tram Stop or Spitalgasse Tram Stop to see more of the area.
