Hauptbücherei Wien

Vienna


Vienna’s central city library straddles the U6 line, its pyramid-like steps leading up to the enormous main doors, which are two storeys tall. At the top of the library is the Café Oben, which has far-reaching views to the south.

Transportation

  • ubahn: Burggasse-Stadthalle

Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Vienna attractions

1. Westlicht

0.22 MILES

A former glass factory now houses this photography gallery and museum. It hosts confronting photography exhibitions and has a permanent display of over…

2. Hofmobiliendepot

0.51 MILES

The Habsburgs stashed away the furniture not displayed in the Hofburg, Schönbrunn, Schloss Belvedere and their other palaces at the Hofmobiliendepot. A…

3. Haydnhaus

0.67 MILES

Joseph Haydn (1732–1809) lived in Vienna during the heady times of Napoleon’s occupation, and this exhibition at his last residence focuses on Vienna as…

4. Piaristenkirche

0.79 MILES

The Piaristenkirche (Church of the Piarist Order), or Maria Treu Church, is notable for two interior features. The stunning ceiling frescoes, completed by…

5. Haus des Meeres

0.8 MILES

The ‘House of the Sea’ offers an interesting glimpse into the world of giant fish, reptiles and creepy-crawlies. Aim to visit during feeding time: sharks…

6. Architekturzentrum Wien

0.91 MILES

Architectural developments, both Austrian and international, are showcased during changing exhibitions the Architekturzentrum Wien within the…

7. MUMOK

0.94 MILES

Modern-art museum MUMOK contains Vienna’s premier collection of 20th-century art, taking in Fluxus, nouveau realism, pop art and photorealism. Rotating,…

8. Justizpalast

0.95 MILES

Completed in 1881, the Justizpalast is home to the supreme court. It’s an impressive neo-Renaissance building that – as long as you’re not being dragged…

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