The ultimate school trip to Vienna: accommodation, transport and highlights
Monika Ebner
Vienna offers numerous options for school trips, including comfortable accommodation, easy transport and a wide range of programs. We have evaluated 5 accommodations, transport options, programs for 5 days and restaurants for groups according to our own criteria and compiled a clear guide for teachers planning a school trip to Vienna
Note: The selection was made according to our experts' own criteria and experience and does NOT contain paid advertising!
Monika Ebner
Table of content
5-Day itinerary suggestion
Day 1
Schönbrunn Palace
Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and its beautiful gardens.
- Price:
- adults: €20, children: €12
- Opening times:
- 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 811 13239
- Website:
- Open link
Tiergarten Schönbrunn
Explore the Schönbrunn Zoo, the world's oldest zoo.
- Price:
- adults: €18, children: €9
- Opening times:
- 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 87792940
- Website:
- Open link
Day 2
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Visit the iconic St. Stephen's Cathedral in the heart of Vienna.
- Price:
- adults: €6, children: €2
- Opening times:
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 51552-3054
- Website:
- Open link
Belvedere Palace
Explore the stunning Belvedere Palace and its art collections.
- Price:
- adults: €15, children: €12
- Opening times:
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 795 57-0
- Website:
- Open link
Day 3
Prater
Enjoy the fun rides and attractions at Prater amusement park.
- Price:
- adults: Free (rides have separate prices), children: Free
- Opening times:
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 7280516
- Website:
- Open link
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Discover the art and artifacts at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
- Price:
- adults: €16, children: €0 (under 19)
- Opening times:
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 525 24-0
- Website:
- Open link
Day 4
Vienna State Opera
Take a guided tour of the Vienna State Opera.
- Price:
- adults: €9, children: €4
- Opening times:
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 51444-2250
- Website:
- Open link
Naschmarkt
Visit the Naschmarkt, Vienna's most popular market with a variety of food stalls.
- Price:
- adults: Free, children: Free
- Opening times:
- 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 4000-0
- Website:
- Open link
Day 5
Museum of Natural History
Explore the Museum of Natural History and its extensive collections.
- Price:
- adults: €12, children: €5
- Opening times:
- 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 52177-0
- Website:
- Open link
Hofburg Palace
Visit the Hofburg Palace, the former imperial residence.
- Price:
- adults: €14, children: €8.50
- Opening times:
- 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Phone:
- +43 1 533 75 70
- Website:
- Open link
Accommodations for school trips
1. A&O Wien Stadthalle
Hotel rooms 134 total (280 beds) Benefits for classes - Multi-bedrooms
- Single/Double rooms
- Breakfast
- Half board
- Bus parking
- Popular with schools
- Close to center
Location - 1.2 mi to city centre
- 0.6 mi to public transport
- 11.9 mi to airport
Rating Very good (7.2/10p.) 4352 reviewsFree places Every 22. person stays free of charge Price category £ (up to £35/night)
Receive a concrete offer:2. A&O Wien Hauptbahnhof
Hotel rooms 301 total (600 beds) Benefits for classes - Multi-bedrooms
- Single/Double rooms
- Breakfast
- Half board
- Bus parking
- Popular with schools
- Close to center
Location - 0.6 mi to city centre
- 0.2 mi to public transport
- 9.4 mi to airport
Rating Very good (7.5/10p.) 6849 reviewsFree places Every 22. person stays free of charge Price category £ (up to £35/night)
Receive a concrete offer:3. Wombat's City Hostel Vienna Naschmarkt
Hotel rooms 121 total (461 beds) Benefits for classes - Multi-bedrooms
- Single/Double rooms
- Breakfast
- Half board
- Bus parking
- Close to center
Location - 1.0 mi to city centre
Rating Excellent (9/10p.) 16575 reviewsPrice category £ (up to £35/night)
Receive a concrete offer:4. A&T Holiday Hostel
Hotel rooms 75 total (295 beds) Benefits for classes - Multi-bedrooms
- Single/Double rooms
- Breakfast
- Half board
- Bus parking
- Popular with schools
Location - 3.1 mi to city centre
- 0.3 mi to public transport
- 9.3 mi to airport
- 1.9 mi to highway
Rating Very good (7.6/10p.) 2099 reviewsPrice category £ (up to £35/night)
Receive a concrete offer:5. PORZELLANEUM
Hotel rooms 100 total (110 beds) Benefits for classes - Multi-bedrooms
- Single/Double rooms
- Breakfast
- Half board
- Bus parking
- Popular with schools
- Close to center
Location - 1.1 mi to city centre
- 0.3 mi to public transport
- 12.4 mi to airport
Rating Appealing (6.5/10p.) 972 reviewsFree places Every 25. person stays free of charge Price category £ (up to £35/night)
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Arrival by train
Direct high-speed train from Salzburg to Vienna.
- Duration:
- 2h 25m
- Operator:
- ÖBB
Direct high-speed train from Innsbruck to Vienna.
- Duration:
- 4h 15m
- Operator:
- ÖBB
Direct high-speed train from Graz to Vienna.
- Duration:
- 2h 35m
- Operator:
- ÖBB
Direct high-speed train from Linz to Vienna.
- Duration:
- 1h 15m
- Operator:
- ÖBB
Direct high-speed train from Munich to Vienna.
- Duration:
- 4h 00m
- Operator:
- ÖBB
Restaurants for school trips
Figlmüller
Famous for its Wiener Schnitzel, this restaurant is perfect for groups.
- Price class:
- $$
Café Central
Historic cafe offering a variety of pastries and Viennese dishes.
- Price class:
- $$
Naschmarkt Deli
Trendy deli in the Naschmarkt offering a variety of international dishes.
- Price class:
- $$
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