Boasting wonderful scenery and amazing outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy, Vienna is a great place for children on holiday. From walks to bike rides and hikes, there is plenty to see and do in Vienna that will keep active children entertained for hours on end.Take a walk through the breathtaking Vienna Woods, or pack a picnic and head out for the day to the Wiener Prater, where the kids will have ample space to run around and let off some steam in the amusement park with its famous Ferris wheel. When the novelty wears off, head to the Planetarium, which is also located here.Kids will love watching the world famous Lipizzaner stallions as they 'fly' through the air. But parents should note that the Lipizzaner shows must be booked long in advance, and often the training sessions, which are open to the public, are the best option for seeing the incredible horses.When the weather is cold and wet, why not explore BOGI Park, Austria's largest indoor playground. Children will be beside themselves with the choices here and the opportunity to meet other kids. And if the children aren't scared of clowns, the Circus and Clown Museum is also worth a visit. Minopolis, a mini children's city where kids can try their hand at various professions, is also a great favourite.
The House of Music is an interactive, hi-tech discovery museum devoted to music and is located in the former Palais of Archduke Charles. Four floors take visitors past the music and memorabilia of the great composers who lived in Vienna, such as Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert, and allow visitors to discover today's top musicians, as well as explore the future of music on computers.Visitors can conduct an orchestra, listen to what an unborn child hears in the womb, or paint a musical picture. The museum was awarded top prize for its innovative design and allows visitors to experience music using the senses of sight, sound, touch, and hearing. A glorious combination of fun and education!
Address : Seilerstätte 30
Website : www.hdm.at
Telephone : +43 1 513 4850
Transport : Underground to Karlsplatz or Stephansplatz
Opening times : Daily 10am to 10pm
Admission : €13 (adults), €6 (children 3-12); other concessions available.
Minopolis is Europe's first theme park featuring a city that was specifically designed for children, with buildings, doors, cars, and other objects reduced to children's size. Children can pretend to be adults and go about their daily life in the city of Minopolis, working as whatever their hearts desire: a journalist, fire-fighter, policeman, doctor, or dentist.Children can discover their dream jobs in a fun and safe environment. There are more than 80 professions for children to try their hand at. The theme park is designed with children aged between four and 12 in mind. Although a visit is lots of fun for kids, they also learn a lot about life in a safe and friendly environment, where they are under the supervision of trained coaches, most of whom are qualified teachers.
Address : Wagramer Straße 2
Website : www.minopolis.at
Telephone : +43 1319 1571
Opening times : Open Fridays from 2pm - 7pm. Saturday, Sunday, Public and School Holidays from 10am - 6pm.
The Spanish Riding School of Vienna is one of the oldest surviving riding schools in the world where classic dressage is still practised in its purest form. This institute was founded in 1572 and named for the Lipizzaner horses, which are of Spanish origin. The Imperial Court Stud was originally situated near the village of Lipizza, hence the name of the horses. But since the collapse of the Danube Monarchy in 1920, they have been bred at the Federal Stud in Styria.The horses perform their tricks in the Winter Riding School, which was commissioned by Emperor Karl VI. Performances take place between February and June, and September and December. But they are in high demand and booked up months in advance (details on their website). The easiest way to see the horses is during their training sessions. Tickets are only available at the door and cannot be booked in advance. Situated in the stables is the Lipizzaner Museum, which displays the history of the school.
Address : Michaelerplatz 1
Website : www.spanische-reitschule.com
Telephone : +43 1 533 90 310
Transport : U-Bahn to Herrengasse, or tram D, J, 1 or 2 to Burgring
Opening times : Daily 9am to 4pm. Performances Fridays 9am to 7pm. Check the official website to confirm show times.
Admission : Prices vary according to season, attraction and seating options; see website for details.
This large public park is a great place for families to enjoy a day in the sunshine. Stroll along the Hauptallee where chestnut trees line the way, or visit the Planetarium and the Prater Museum, both located inside the park.The Wiener Prater also has a small amusement park with a Ferris Wheel, a rollercoaster and a number of other fun rides and diversions, as well as food stalls and games booths. There is plenty of open space here for kids to run around and the cheesy, innocent fun of the amusement park is enjoyable for the whole family. Entrance to the park is free but individual rides must be paid for.
Address : Wurstelprater 9
Website : www.prater.at
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