10:00

St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Stephansplatz

Start at Stephansplatz and admire the facade, main portal, and decorated roof of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. If you want to visit the interior, allow about 30–45 minutes; climbing the tower or accessing the catacombs may require separate tickets, typically from 6 to 10 € each.

Sightseeing hours may be limited during religious services.

11:00

Mozarthaus Vienna

Reach the museum with a walk of about 5 minutes. The exhibition tells the story of Mozart’s life in Vienna and the rooms of his home, with a visit that takes an average of 60–75 minutes; admission is typically in the range of 12–15 €.

Check opening times and ticket availability in advance, especially during busy periods.

12:20

Graben and Kohlmarkt

Head back toward the center via the elegant pedestrian streets of Graben and Kohlmarkt. Spend about 30 minutes admiring the historic facades, the Plague Column, and the shop windows, without losing momentum before the visit to the Hofburg.

The route is short and flat; allow about 10 minutes on foot to reach the Hofburg.

13:00

Lunch near the Hofburg

Stop at a café or a traditional local eatery in the city center and choose a Viennese dish, such as soup, schnitzel, or a daily special. For a simple lunch, budget around 15–25 €, while a full meal in a restaurant can cost roughly 25–40 €.

To save time and money, check the menus displayed at the entrance before sitting down.

14:15

Hofburg and Heldenplatz

Explore the outdoor areas of the imperial complex, walking through Heldenplatz and the courtyards of the Hofburg. You can choose a paid visit to the Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum, or simply enjoy the exterior areas; for the museum area, allow around 1.5–2 hours and expect an indicative ticket price of 18–25 €.

The different attractions within the Hofburg have their own entrances and opening hours: check which route is open on the day of your visit.

16:30

Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

From the Hofburg, it is about a 10–15 minute walk to the museum, crossing the Ring. For this late-afternoon arrival, plan a selective 45–60 minute visit to the main halls, with departure by 17:45. To spend two hours at the museum, arrive earlier or choose Thursday, when evening opening is confirmed. Admission is approximately €18–€25, though prices may vary.

The museum has many halls: check the map at the entrance and choose in advance the collections that interest you.

19:00

Walk to Naschmarkt and dinner

Continue on foot to Naschmarkt in about 20 minutes, passing near the Wiener Staatsoper and along the edge of the historic center. End the day with dinner at one of the market’s restaurants or eateries; plan on about 20–40 € per person, depending on the venue and the dishes.

Stalls may close earlier than the restaurants and opening hours vary by day: for dinner, choose a place with evening hours.