DON'T MISS A THING

Whether you plan a honeymoon trip or just want to escape the routine with your loved one, nothing can be better than a romantic weekend in Vienna. It is one of the best gateways for making lasting memories and kindling romance between the two of you. This city has become a coveted destination for travelers and couples for a good reason. It is not only charming and with breathtaking architecture but also the most liveable one.

So, what are the best dating places in Vienna, and what romantic ventures can you take there? Read this article to get the clues.

1. Have a Carriage Ride in the City Center

Book an unforgettable horse-driven ride across Vienna city to amaze your partner. A 20-minute Fiaker ride will cost you around €50-60, but this is going to be a memorable experience for your couple. As you schedule a night tour, you will be even more impressed. The sights like Innere Stadt’s monuments, Hofburg Palace, Stephansplatz, Albertinaplatz, and ordinary pathways bathe in gold light, becoming even more enticing. The horse-drawn Fiaker carriage is perfect for special moments like a proposal, too.  

To continue your mesmerizing day, you can rent apartments. At Luxury Vienna, you will find a perfect room for an unforgettable evening to top off your romantic weekend in Vienna.

2. Find the Kiss in the Belvedere Museum 

Architecture that inspires and makes your amorous feelings even more intense. That’s what you feel when you walk around Vienna’s most romantic palace—Belvedere Palace. This baroque-style museum welcomes you with elegance and grace while its gardens let you immerse yourself in nature.

Going to the Upper Belvedere, you will want to see Gustav Klimt’s art collection. In particular, the famous painting “The Kiss” depicts a couple blending in a passionate kiss and becoming a single unit. Kiss your loved one as you look at this masterpiece, and then discuss the painting’s implications — as you see it. 

The standard ticket price for visiting Upper Belvedere Museum is €15,90, so you will spend €32 for two tickets.

3. Visit Schönbrunn Palace’s Gardens

Sometimes you do not have to pay a penny to enjoy time with your significant other. Take a tour around the Schönbrunn Palace, which was the summer palace of Emperor Franz Joseph I in the 18th century. 

Climb the steep hill, and you will get to Gloriette. This place offers one of the most remarkable views in Vienna. It is also a perfect spot for a selfie. Stroll past dancing fountains, the sophisticatedly decorated Star Pool, and floral terraces, or get lost in the maze of marvelous gardens. For more entertainment, you can visit Schönbrunn Zoo, one of the oldest existing zoos, by the way (was opened in 1752).

4. Watch a Ballet at Vienna State Opera

It’s time to wear your best outfit and spend a romantic night out together under the roof of the most marvelous place in Vienna—Staatsoper (Vienna State Opera). It is a leading opera house in the world that boasts the largest repertoire. Its red-and-gold auditorium held the performances of such iconic names as Luciano Pavarotti, Enrico Caruso, Maria Callas, and even Tom Cruise. It’s a place where famous people prefer to spend their nights when they come to Vienna, so perhaps, you may meet some celebs here. 

The seat prices at the Vienna State Opera vary. The cheapest ticket may be available only at €6, while the best seats will cost €275 and up. 

5. Look in the Hofburg Palace

Take your loved one to the Hofburg Palace, located in the heart of Vienna. This treasure of the city was the imperial winter residence of the Habsburg dynasty. Though it was intended to be the seat of the Dukes of Austria when it was built during the Middle Ages.

In total, there are 2,550 rooms and 19 courtyards, resembling a city within a city. The palace is divided into three sections: Imperial Apartments, the Sisi Museum, and the Silver Collection. The Sisi Museum is dedicated to Empress Elisabeth and is a must place to visit if you would like to unveil the life of the 19th-century aristocracy. Don’t forget to admire snow-white horses in a Spanish riding school at 10 a.m. and listen to the angel-like singing of a boy’s chore in the chapel during the Sunday service.

For adults, the ticket to Hofburg Palace costs €16, so it’s €32 in total.

6. Enjoy Attractions in Prater

If you want to feel how adrenaline runs through your veins, Vienna is a great spot for your couple. Vienna’s Prater is the second largest amusement park in Europe, offering you plenty of ways to entertain. From extreme rides to restaurants with local delicacies, there is an activity for everyone. Enjoy many of Prater’s rides like the Ferris Wheel or Wild Alps. Ride motorboats and go-karts. Freak out at the Hotel Psycho. The Prater is a park where you can easily get lost for the whole day. In the evening, arrange a romantic candle-lit dinner at the Ferris Wheel to create a welcoming atmosphere for a special moment. 

The average ticket price per attraction is €5-14 for one person.

7. Go Boating

From late spring to early fall, it’s a good time to go boating across the Danube River. The Donauinsel (Danube Island) is a fascinating destination with marvelous footpaths along the river banks. Here you can rent a boat for two (the hourly rate varies from €12 to €60). As you waltz along the blue Danube, the route to the island will give you plenty of aesthetic satisfaction. No wonder the Danube’s picturesque scenery inspired Strauss to compose its legendary waltzes. 

In Conclusion

Vienna is undoubtedly beautiful, no matter the season. But you may want to combine your romantic weekend with an outstanding event like Opernball, Christmas market, Vienna Ice World, Music festivals, Vienna Contemporary art fair, and more to have more fascinating things to do in this city. 

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